Municipality of Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht: acknowledging parenthood of your child
You must go to the municipality in person to officially acknowledge parenthood of your child and to choose a surname. This is possible in every municipality in the Netherlands. You must make an appointment to do this.
If you do not hold Dutch citizenship or you live outside the Netherlands, other rules may apply. You will receive more information and advice about your personal situation during your appointment.
- Official acknowledgement and choice of surname are free of charge.
- You can apply for an akte van erkenning (acknowledgement of parenthood certificate) in the municipality where the acknowledgment took place. You pay a fee for for an akte van erkenning (acknowledgement of parenthood certificate).
Questions about this topic?
Contact the Municipality of Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht
Last updated on 4 January 2023