What Information Do I Need to Register Online?

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To register a birth or a death online in Bolton, you'll need to provide specific information and documents based on the type of registration. Here's a summary of what you should have ready:

Registering a Birth

Information Required Document Recommendation
Date and place of birth Proof of identity (passport or full birth certificate)
Baby's first and last name and sex Marriage certificate if applicable
Parents' names, dates and places of birth Proof of address (driving licence, recent utility bill, or council tax bill)
Parents' occupations N/A
Parents' addresses N/A
Mother’s maiden name N/A
Date of parents' marriage and number of previous children N/A

For booking appointments for registering a birth, make sure to register online.

Registering a Death

Information Required Document Recommendation
Date and place of death Medical Certificate of Cause of Death or Coroners paperwork
Full name of the deceased Proof of identity (passport, birth certificate, NHS medical card)
Date and place of birth Marriage or civil partnership certificate if applicable
Occupation of the deceased Utility bill for address verification
Marital status and date of birth of any surviving partner N/A
Full name and occupation of husband/wife/civil partner N/A

For your convenience, you can find more details and register a death online.

Make sure to check the council website for any updates or changes to the registration process!