How to Register a Birth at the Italian Consulate

23 Dec How to Register a Birth at the Italian Consulate

If you’ve found this page, it likely means you’ve just become parents and are feeling a bit intimidated by the bureaucratic process. Don’t worry! In this article, we’ll explain all the steps to register a birth at the Italian Consulate.

Step 1: Download the Required Form

You’ll need to download and complete the form available at the following link:
Birth Registration Request Form.

Step 2: Gather the Necessary Documents

Along with the form, you’ll need to include the following:

• A photocopy of the parents’ passports, showing signature and photo.
• Original Birth Certificate with Apostille.
• An Italian translation of the Birth Certificate.

If your marriage or civil partnership has not yet been registered in Italy, you’ll also need to attach the marriage certificate. If the registration is already completed or the marriage took place in Italy, a photocopy of the certificate will suffice.

Step 3: Submit Your Documents

Send the completed form and all required documents by post to the Consulate General of Italy. Please note that the certificates will not be returned, as they will be kept on file at the consulate.

Translation Assistance

The Consulate General of Italy does not provide translation services. But don’t worry—Words at Hand is here to help!

We can translate your child’s birth certificate from English to Italian quickly and efficiently. Simply email a scanned copy of the original certificate to cristina@wordsathand.com, and we’ll send you the translated hard copy by post.

Remember, the Apostille does not need to be translated, so there’s no need to send it to us.

Let us make this process as smooth as possible for you!