HomeResidence and lifeBirth, marriage, and deathBirthBirthBirth registrationHave you had a baby? Notify the municipality within three working days. Choosing a surname for your childParents choose the surname of their first child. You must register this surname with the municipality. Recognizing a child and choosing a surnameAre you not the parent of a child? Then you can acknowledge a child. You also choose the surname. Change gender on birth certificateYou can change the gender on your birth certificate. Do this at the municipality of birth. Applying for parental authority and guardianshipParental authority means that you have the right to make decisions about a child. Usually, parents are granted this automatically. Denying parenthoodAs a father or mother, you can deny parenthood. In most cases, you will need to go to court to do so. Registering a stillborn childWas your child stillborn? You must register this with the municipality. This can help with the grieving process. Determination of parenthoodIs it unclear who the biological parent is? To determine parentage, go to court.
