How can I correct an error on the birth certificate? A birth certificate is an important legal document.The registrar will ask you to carefully check the information before you sign the register as it is not always possible to amend the information. Incorrect information can sometimes be corrected, but new information cannot be added if your circumstances change. If you have found an error on a birth certificate, you can find information on how to amend a legal document by visiting www.gov.uk/correct-birth- registration . How do I add a father or second female parent to a birth certificate? If the father or second female parent is not named on the original birth certificate, they can be added at any time. You will need to complete an application form and then book an appointment for re-registration. Both parents will need to attend the appointment together. What do we have to do if we have married or had a civil partnership since our child was registered?
Natural parents of a child are legally required to re-register the child’s birth if they marry or register a civil partnership with each other at any time. You will need to complete an application form and then book an appointment for re-registration. Only one parent needs to attend this appointment. You will need to bring your marriage or civil partnership certificate with you to the appointment. If your marriage or civil partnership did not take place in the United Kingdom, please email registrars@rbkc.gov.uk for further information. Can we be seen if we have not booked an appointment? No, you must book an appointment before you come to the register office.
We may be able to arrange an emergency appointment in very
exceptional circumstances. Please email registrars@rbkc.gov.uk if you feel that you have an urgent reason which means you cannot attend with a pre- booked appointment.
A Guide to Registering a Birth 9
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