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Municipality of Bergen (L): registering a birth

Inform the municipality within 3 days of the birth of your child. You can make an appointment or register the birth online.

  • Valid ID of the person registering the birth;
  • Valid ID of the mother;
  • Certificate from the doctor or midwife (if you have one);
  • Certificate of recognition of unborn child (if you have one);
  • Certificate of name choice (if you have one);
  • Optionally your marriage certificate (not mandatory)

You can apply online via Registering a birth or in person at the municipality by an appointment.

Registering a birth is free of charge. You pay a fee for a birth certificate.

Questions about this topic?

Contact the Municipality of Bergen (L)

Visiting address

Raadhuisstraat 2

5854AX Bergen L

Opening hours
Monday
08:30-12:30
16:00-19:00
Tuesday
08:30-12:30
Wednesday
08:30-12:30
13:30-17:00
Thursday
08:30-12:30
Friday
08:30-12:30
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Last updated on 31 March 2026