Re-Registering a Birth
What is Re-registration?
Re-registration means making a new record in the birth register.
Why do I need to re-register my child’s birth?
There are two situations that may result in you asking for your child to be re-registered.
- If you have married the other parent since the birth (even if the natural father’s details were shown in the original registration). You are legally required to re-register the birth to show the new status of both you and your child.
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- If the birth was registered showing only the mother’s details, the details of the natural father can be added at any time. Both parents must attend the re-registration, or a declaration of parentage must be obtained from a solicitor.
How do I re-register?
Re-registration application forms can be obtained from any Register Office in England or Wales.
For re-registering after marriage form LA1 should be used.
For re-registering to add the father’s details form GRO 185 should be used.
Once completed the form should be taken to the Register Office where the birth occurred (or any office to make a declaration). Please phone to make an appointment for the re-registration as some documents may have to be obtained prior to the re-registration. In certain circumstances, the registrar will have to refer the re-registration to the General Register Office prior to the appointment.
How much does it cost?
There is no charge for re-registration, but you may wish to obtain a birth certificate from the new entry. The fee for this is £3.50.
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