You can apply for a birth registration correction when the information is wrong - for example if a mistake was made when recording a parent’s occupation.
You cannot apply for a correction to show new information if circumstances change after you’ve registered your child’s birth, for example if you change your name after getting married again.
However, you can apply to re-register the birth if the natural parents get married at a later date.
You can view what corrections can be made GOV.UK.
Who can apply
The following people can apply for a correction:
- the mother
- the father (if his details are on the certificate)
If you’re applying to change a child’s name and both parents are named on the certificate, both must sign the application form.
The child named on the certificate may be able to apply for a correction if their parents are not available.
How to apply
It costs £83 or £99 to apply to correct a mistake in a birth registration.
Contact us to book an appointment and to find out:
- how to send your application
- the cost
- how to pay