Municipality of Valkenswaard: registering a birth
Who can report the birth?
- The biological mother
- The father
- The co-mother
If they cannot report the birth, someone who was present at the birth must do it. This can be a family member, the midwife, doctor, or maternity nurse.
Sometimes no one is present at the birth and the mother herself cannot report it. In that case, a co-resident of the house where the child was born must report it, or the head of the hospital or clinic where the child was born.
If there is no one who can report the birth, the mayor or an official designated by him will report it.
When to report the birth?
You must report the birth at the town hall within 3 days after the birth of the child. The day of birth does not count towards the deadline. You cannot report the birth on Saturday, Sunday, or a national holiday. In that case, you get an extra working day.
| Birth day | Latest reporting day |
|---|---|
| Monday | Thursday |
| Tuesday | Friday |
| Wednesday | Monday |
| Thursday | Monday |
| Friday | Tuesday |
| Saturday | Tuesday |
| Sunday | Wednesday |
If the last reporting day falls on a holiday, you can report it on the next working day.
What do I need?
- A valid ID of the person reporting the birth
- A birth certificate from the midwife
- If applicable, a copy of the acknowledgment certificate (received if the child was acknowledged before birth)
- Marriage certificate (not mandatory)
- Name choice certificate (if you have one)
- In the case of lesbian parenthood, also bring the donor statement
Questions about this topic?
Contact the Municipality of Valkenswaard