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Register a birth
Book an appointment
We are now able to resume birth registrations.
We are experiencing very high levels of demand. If there are no appointments available at your chosen location, please consider alternative locations.
Appointment availability is updated continuously on our online system, so if there are no appointments available, please do not call us, please continue to check the booking system.
You can make a claim for child benefit or universal credit without registering the birth.
When you book an appointment you can pay for certificates in advance. Certificates cost £11 each. You can pay by credit or debit card.
Book an appointment to register a birth
Babies born in Southend, Romford and Leytonstone
If your baby was born in:
- Southend Hospital
- Queen’s Hospital, Romford
- Whipps Cross Hospital, Leytonstone
Do not pay for certificates on our booking site.
You will be registering by declaration. We'll send your details to the local register office so you can purchase certificates from them.
We'll explain this at your appointment.
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