How to register the birth of a baby
You must register your baby with the local register office within 42 days of giving birth.
You can find your nearest register office here, or by asking your midwife or heath visitor.
You must bring a form of ID (passport, driving licence or a council tax bill) and the red book provided by the hospital. Appointments can be made online or by calling your local office.
For couples who are married or in a civil partnership, either parent may attend to register the baby. For unmarried couples, both names can appear on the register if both people attend to sign.
You can find more information about registering your baby on the government website.
Note. Remember to register your baby with the GP too, using their NHS number. The NHS number is given to them at birth.
