I have had a baby – birth registration

1 tasks in suggested order

1. Register the child's birth at the Civil Registry Office.

When?

Within 21 days of the issuance of the birth certificate (medical birth record).

Where / who?

At the Civil Registry Office (USC) competent for the child's place of birth; if you meet the service conditions, you can also submit the notification electronically.

What to prepare?

Identity document; if acting through a proxy, a power of attorney is also required.

What to check?

After registration, the Head of the Civil Registry Office will draw up the birth certificate, assign a PESEL number, and register the child's place of residence. If you do not report the birth on time, the Civil Registry Office will register it ex officio.

Official source: gov.pl

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