Birth certificate



The full version of UK birth certificates is the only version that is acceptable for nationality purposes. The parents’ details and the father’s profession are included in the certificate. For official purposes they cannot accept the short birth certificate, which only gives the details of the child. We can not accept a passport in lieu of a full birth certificate.

England and Wales

If you were born in England or Wales and have never had a full UK birth certificate or have lost it, you can obtain a new copy from the link below

Apply for a Birth certificate

Scotland

If you were born in Scotland apply to:

Apply for a Birth certificate

Northern Ireland

If you were born in Northern Ireland, apply to:
Apply for a Birth certificate

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