How to Register a Birth Certificate in the United Kingdom?

23 Dec How to Register a Birth Certificate in the United Kingdom?

The Process to Register Your Child’s Birth in 6 Steps

If your child was born abroad, as an Italian citizen, their birth certificate must be transcribed in Italy, specifically at the relevant Consulate.

Don’t worry, we’ll explain how to do it in this article!

How to Transcribe a UK Birth Certificate in Italy and What Documents Are Needed?

1. Request a Full Birth Certificate:
   Obtain a certified copy of the full birth certificate from the relevant authority (in the UK, the Civil Registry Office).
2. Legalize the Document with an Apostille:
   Submit the certificate to the Legalization Office of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office for an apostille.Important: If the certificate was not issued in the UK, the apostille must be requested in the country of issuance.
3. Translate the Certificate into Italian:
   A certified Italian translation is required to proceed with the transcription. It’s essential to rely on a professional translator to avoid errors that could delay the process (as recommended by the Consulate).The translation can be completed before legalization, as the apostille does not need to be translated.
4. Provide Copies of the Parents’ Identification Documents.
5. Complete the Consulate Application Form:
   Fill out the form with your personal information.
6. Send All Documents to the Italian Consulate:
   Mail the documents to the Civil Registry Office at the Consulate General of Italy in London. For more details, visit the official website: Consulate General of Italy in London.

How to Request Your Child’s First Passport

If you need to request your child’s first passport alongside the birth registration, here’s what you should know:

Key Points Before Applying:

• Only Italian citizens residing in the UK and registered with AIRE (Anagrafe Italiani Residenti all’Estero) can apply at the Consulate General of Italy in London.
• Ensure the child’s birth certificate has been registered with your Italian municipality before applying for the passport.

Required Documents for the Passport Application:

1. Application Form MOD2:
   Fully completed and signed by both parents. Include your contact details and the child’s height in centimeters.
2. Two Passport Photos:
   Recent (not older than six months), passport-size.
3. AFT2 Form:
   This form is for photo authentication for children under 12. Include a copy of the ID of the person authenticating the photo and documentation confirming their profession.
4. Copy of Another Identity Document for the Child:
   This could be an Italian ID or a foreign passport.
5. Two Copies of Each Parent’s Identification Documents:
   Required for passport issuance.
6. Prepaid Special Delivery Envelope:
   Include this for the secure return of the new passport.
7. Postal Order:
   Payable to the Consulate General of Italy (the only accepted payment method for applications submitted by mail).

By carefully following these steps, you can have your child’s birth certificate registered in Italy and obtain their first passport.

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