Municipality of Rucphen: 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.
Telephone number 0031 165 349500
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 acknowledgement of parenthood certificate ( akte van erkenning) in themunicipality where the acknowledgment took place.
You pay a fee for for an acknowledgement of parenthood certificate (akte van erkenning). For more information, contact the municipality telephone number 0031 165 349500
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