Registering a birth
You can now book an appointment online to register the birth of your child.
Entry into the Register Office is by appointment only to adhere to social distancing requirements. If you do not have an appointment you will not be able to access the building.
From 1st November Child Benefit easements via the Department of Work and Pension’s will end, this means to claim child benefit you will need a birth certificate. You can pre-pay for those when you book your appointment.
If you have questions email crs@camden.gov.uk or call 0207 974 4444 (option 6 – ask for registrars).
Reschedule or cancel your booking
Where do I register a birth?
You should register a birth in the borough where the baby was born. If your baby was born in the London Borough of Camden, please make an appointment.
Please note: Camden Registration Service is cashless. All major Debit and Credit cards are accepted apart from American Express.
Do I need to get more than one copy of the birth certificate?
You are advised to purchase a minimum of 3 full certificates to be used for official purposes. You can buy extra certificates at your registration appointment.
Who can register a birth?
Entry into the Register Office is by appointment only to keep our staff and customers safe. If you do not have an appointment you will not be able to access the building.
If you have questions email crs@camden.gov.uk or call 02079744444 (option 6 – ask for registrars).
Parents married or in a civil partnership
Either parent can come to register the birth and both parents will be named on the birth certificate.
Please note: it is not necessary to bring your baby to the registration.
Parents not married or in a civil partnership
Both parents must attend together if father is to be listed on the birth certificate.
The birth mother can register without the father but the father's details will not be included on the birth certificate. It is possible to add his details at a later date by re-registration of the birth.
What do I need to bring to my appointment?
Please bring:
- the birth notification letter / after visit summary from the hospital, your baby’s red book
- photographic identification (such as passport or driving licence) for each parent of the child that will be recorded on the birth certificate
We will need to know:
- the date and place of the baby’s birth (if you have twins, triplets, etc. then the time of birth for each will be required)
- whether the baby is a boy or girl
- the forenames and surname of the baby
The baby’s mother:
- forenames and surname(s) including any maiden surnames)
- date and place of birth
- usual address at the date of baby’s birth
- occupation or previous occupation if not currently working
The baby’s father/parent (if relevant):
- forenames and surname(s)
- date and place of birth
- occupation or previous occupation if not currently working
Keepsake Folder for Birth Certificates
An A4 glossy card folder, with spaces for you to add your baby's details and their hand print and foot print inside.
You can order one at the end of the appointment booking process, or you can buy one at the Register Office reception when you attend. They cost £3.60.