Getting a birth certificate updated
Getting a birth certificate updated
As a general rule you can not get the name on a child’s birth certificate changed because a birth certificate is considered a historical document, not proof of identity, and therefore only records the facts as they were at the time. With that said there are a few circumstances where you can get a birth certificate changed so it is worth reading the article Can a birth certificate be updated? just to make sure.
If you have any doubts as to whether you will be able to get your child’s birth certificate updated following their change of name please do not hesitate to contact us on *** or 020 8150 2010.
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The first step in legally changing a child’s name is to obtain consent from everyone with parental responsibility for the child. This means that you should have a letter
What is parental responsibility?
Parental responsibility is the legal term used to describe the collective rights and duties a parent has in relation to their child. It is defined under Section 3 of the Children Act
Who has parental responsibility for my child?
The answer to this question depends on a number of factors, including-
Can I change my child’s name without full parental consent?
As a rule you must have permission from everyone that has parental responsibility for a child in order to legally change the child’s
Can a birth certificate be updated?
As a general rule you can not get the name on a child’s birth certificate changed because a birth certificate is considered a historical document, not proof of identity, and therefore
Letters of consent examples and templates
Once you have executed a deed poll on your child’s behalf you must inform everyone
Need additional help or advice?
If you have any questions about changing a child’s name we can offer free help and advice. Just call 020 8150 2010, send an e-mail to enquiries@deedpolls.com.