FAQ Categories Birth Registration Amendments

If the parents were not married at the time of the child’s birth and the parents subsequently married – can the child be re-registered as if they were married at the time of birth?

Yes, If the parents were not married at the time of the child’s birth but they could have been (no legal impediment – married to another or underage) and they subsequently got married then they may do a re-registration. The registration would now appear that they were married at the time of the child’s birth. The original registration is marked “re-registered” and is not accessible except by Court Order.

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Can the father be added in his absence?

No, unless by Court Order, as a form is required to be completed in the presence of the Registry Officer by the father.

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If there is a re-registration of birth after the marriage of the parents, is the original registration documents accessible by the public?

The original registration is marked “re-registered” and is not accessible except by Court Order.

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If the father named on the original certificate was not the correct father how can this be corrected?

Removal of the Assumed Father:

The assumed father or the mother may file the original DNA report and request the removal of the assumed father’s name. This must be in writing. A valid government-issued photo ID is required.

Adding the Biological Father:

Once the assumed father is removed, the biological father’s name may be added with the mother’s consent. The request must be in writing (forms available). Both parties must be present and the form must be completed in the presence of the Registrar of Births.

If the child is an adult, the child must also consent in writing to the change of father on the certificate.

A valid government issued photo ID is required for all parties.

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If the father was omitted from the birth certificate can he be subsequently added?

Where the father’s name was stated on the birth notification form at the hospital but not included on the birth certificate:

The father and mother are required to attend the Registry together each presenting valid government-issued identification. The application forms must be completed in the presence of the Registrar to add the father’s name to the birth registration. The Registrar may exercise the discretion to request DNA.

Where the father’s name was NOT stated on the birth notification form at the hospital:

The father is required to provide a DNA report. The father and mother are required to attend the Registry together each presenting valid government-issued identification. The application forms must be completed in the presence of the Registrar to add the father’s name to the birth registration.

If the request for addition of the father’s name is by order of the Court, the Court Order is required.

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Can a child’s name be changed after registration?

The Act provides for the change of name of a child before the age of ten years without having to do a deed poll. This application must be made by all parents stated on the birth registration. Parents are required to attend together each presenting valid government-issued identification. Forms are to be completed in the presence of the Registrar.

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If there was an error on the birth register can it be corrected after the registration?

Administrative errors on the part of the Registry are corrected once identified and verified by supporting documents.

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