Birth
Information and services
Registering a birth
You must book an appointment to register a birth within 42 days of your child being born.
Re-registration of a birth
Re-registering a birth following the marriage of the baby's parents or to add the natural father's details
Order a copy of a birth certificate
Get a copy of a birth certificate online, by post or in person
Born in Surrey keepsake gifts
Purchase one of our ‘Born in Surrey’ gifts for the new addition in your family. The perfect keepsake for their baby box.
Changing your child's forename
Changing your child’s forename on the original birth entry
Correcting a registration
Advice on how to arrange a correction if you have discovered a mistake on a birth certificate
Naming ceremony
A naming ceremony is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the birth of a baby or welcome a new child into your family
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- Reviewed: 17 Feb 2025
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