What if parents do not sign the birth certificate?
  • If the parent does not sign the birth certificate they do not have the opportunity to make sure everything on the certificate is correct.
  • It may take up to one year to amend a birth certificate.
  • The birth certificate will become a two-page document if an amended needs to be done.

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1. What if the parents do not name the child at the time of birth?
2. What if the parents change their mind on their child’s name after the birth certificate is registered?
3. What if the parent uses an alias or AKA (also known as) name on their child’s birth certificate?
4. What if the parent signs the birth certificate certifying that it is true and correct, but later realizes there is an error?
5. What if the child’s gender is reported incorrectly on the birth certificate?
6. What if the father’s name is not added at the time of birth?
7. What if parents do not sign the birth certificate?