Register a birth

To register a birth in Suffolk, you will need the following information:

• Date and place of birth
• Gender of baby
• Full name of the baby - including any middle name(s)
• Forenames and surname(s) of the baby's parent(s). You will need to include any previous names
• Date and place of birth of the baby's parent(s)
• Address of the baby's parent(s)
• Occupation (or previous occupation) of the baby's parent(s)
• Number of previous children by the baby's mother

If you are a married couple registering the birth of your baby, you will also need the date of your marriage.

Where do I register a birth?

Your baby's birth will need to be registered at a register office. Births need to be registered within six weeks.

Find out more information about registering a birth

Registering a birth in Suffolk

Suffolk County Council have information on their website about how and where you can register a birth in Suffolk