i've lost my birth certificate?
I've lost my birth certificate
how to get a new one in the UK
Not to worry.
You can call the registry office in the area the birth was registered and order a new one. For Scotland you can call
Here are some phone numbers for ordering birth certificates in Scotland:
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General Register Office: The customer service number for the General Register Office is 0300 123 1837.
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National Records of Scotland: For adopted birth certificates, you can call 0131 314 4411.
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Moray Council: You can call 01343 554600 to make an appointment to order a certificate.
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West Dunbartonshire Council: You can call 01389 738350 to order a certificate by telephone.
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The City of Edinburgh Council: You can call 0131 529 2600 to apply for a certificate.
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Scottish Borders Council: For emergencies, you can call the out-of-hours service at 01896 752111.
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Fife Council: You can call 03451 55 00 77 to order a certificate by phone.
You can also order line.
To order a birth certificate, you'll typically need the following information: Full name of the person(s), Date of birth, Where the event took place, and Mother's maiden surname (if known)
You have a few options to get a new full birth certificate.
Hopefully you replace your lost certiicate!