Re-registering a birth
Re-registration can update the birth record where applicable, but it cannot be used to change a child's first names or surname.
Re-registration is free but new certificates, showing the updated registration are charged at the statutory fee of £12.50 each.
Unmarried parents
To add the father to a birth registration at a later date, you can apply to re-register the birth using Form GRO185 (gov.uk).
Once the form is complete, phone us on 0345 60 80 198 to book your re-registration appointment.
Married or Civil Partnered Parents
If you married or are civil partnered after registering the birth of your child, you can re-register.
You can apply to do this by completing Form LA1 (gov.uk).
Form LA1 can also be used to add the natural father's name to the birth registration after the parents have married or civil partnered, if he was not previously named on the original birth certificate.
Once the form is complete, phone us on 0345 60 80 198 to book your re-registration appointment.
