Registering the birth of your baby

Registering a birth

Any birth that takes place in the London Borough of Bromley must be registered at Bromley Register Office.The registration will take about 15 to 20 minutes and by law has to be completed within 42 days of baby's arrival.  If the parents of a child are married to each other, then either parent can register the birth. If the parents are not married to each other and the parents want details of the father to appear in the entry, then both parents need to attend the register office together. If this is not possible, telephone the register office for further information.

What information will the registrar need?

  • Baby's full names and date of birth
  • Parents' full names, job descriptions and address or addresses
  • Place and date of birth of both parents
  • Date of marriage of parents if applicable
  • Hospital discharge papers


    Making an appointment

    We operate an appointment system so please telephone before calling in to complete the registration. Opening hours are Monday to Friday from 9.30 am to 4.30 pm. We have a limited number of early morning and evening appointments available - please ask when you phone.

    Certificates

    A short birth certificate will be issued free of charge at the time of registration, a full birth certificate costs £4

    Can I register elsewhere?

    If it is more convenient, information about the event can be given at another register office. These details will then be forwarded to us. We will register the birth and post to you any birth certificates you require. This process is called registering a birth by declaration.