Birth Registration

If a child is born in Scotland, the birth must be registered within 21 days. Parent(s) have the freedom to register the birth at any Registration office in Scotland.

If the parents of the child are married to each other, either parent can register the birth, however, if they are not married to each other ideally they should attend the office together.

The birth card issued by the hospital should be taken to the Registrar. If available, please also take the marriage certificate of the child's parents (if married to each other) and the birth certificate(s) of the child's parent(s)

You will be issued with an abbreviated copy of the birth certificate and for £10.00 you may purchase a full copy if required.

For further advice or to make an appointment contact any of our Registration Offices.