Registration of Birth of a Minor Child

Follow the below steps in order to apply

1. Create an account (Register yourself) on Alankit Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) website. Click Here to register.
2. Fill the online application form on Govt of India's web portal.
3. Upload / attach the following with the web application filled online on the above portal:
   1. Photograph of the child is to be uploaded on the portal (size 35x35 mm, white background - in JPG format less than 20 KB in size)
   2. Signatures of both the parents are also required to be uploaded on the portal (in JPG format less than 20 KB in size)
   3. Birth Certificate of the child issued by local Australian Authority (in PDF format less than 1 MB in size)
   4. Scanned copies of passport of both parents (first and last page of the passport – 2 pages of each passport) (in PDF format less than 1 MB in size)
4. Download, fill up and sign the Form: Undertaking-Registeration Of A New Born Child. Click Here to download the undertaking form. 
5. Book your appointment online at Alankit Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) website. You can choose a convenient date and time to visit the Alankit ICAC for your application submission. Click Here to book your appointment online.  
6. Ensure that you have all documents ready, exactly as per the "Documents Checklist" section. 
7. Visit the Alankit ICAC, as per your jurisdiction. The address and location of the ICAC will be clearly mentioned in the appontment letter. 
8. Kindly ensure you reach the ICAC 15 minutes prior to your appointment time. 
9. Submit your application and deposit your fees at Alankit ICAC. You can check the fee for this application under the "Fee Details" section. 
10. Your application submission process is now complete! You can avail our Courier service to get your processed document delivered to your doorstep!
11. While your application is in process, you can track your application to know the current stage of your application process. Click Here to track your application online. 

How to apply at a glance:

1 Register on our Website

2 Read our application instructions carefully, and complete the Government of India’s online form as guided.

3 Schedule Appointment

4 Visit Alankit ICAC at your scheduled date & time.

5 Submit Application & deposit Fees

6 You can Track your Application Status on our website.

7 Collect your processed document(s) or have it delivered to your doorstep.

Document Checklist

1. You are kindly requested to fill the Birth Registration Form online through the official government portal, then print and sign it along with both parents’ signatures. Click here.
2. Please complete Form K, which should be duly filled and signed by both parents. Click here.
3. You will need to provide one recent passport-size photograph of the child (2”x2”), following the official specifications. Click here.
4. You are required to provide attested copies of both parents’ passports. These should be attested by a Justice of the Peace (JP) or a Notary.
5. Kindly include an attested copy of the child’s birth certificate.
6. You are also requested to provide an attested copy of your marriage certificate.
7. If you are a single parent, please include an attested copy of divorce or custody papers.
   ▪ For residents of New South Wales (NSW), all documents must be attested by a Notary Public only.
8. You will need to provide a statutory declaration signed by both parents confirming that the minor child does not hold the passport or nationality of any other country.
9. For payment, you may use EFTPOS or an Australian-issued MasterCard or Visa credit card at the application centre as specified by Alankit.
10. Now, visit an Alankit ICAC Centre in person with all the required documents. Make sure to schedule an appointment in advance and arrive at least 15 minutes early.

Note: If any additional documents is required based on the application, the applicant have to provide the same.

Fees Details

FAQs 

1. Is birth registration required if my child is born outside India?
   Yes, if your child is born outside India to Indian nationals, birth registration with the concerned Indian Mission or Post is required.
2. Can I register the birth while applying for my child’s passport?
   Yes, you can complete the birth registration either along with the fresh passport application or separately under miscellaneous services.
3. Who can apply for the birth registration?
   Either parent or the legal guardian of the child can apply for the registration.
4. How do I fill the birth registration form?
   You can fill the form online through the official government portal, then print and sign it with both parents’ signatures.
5. Which documents need to be attested?
   Copies of both parents’ passports, the child’s birth certificate, and the marriage certificate must be attested by a Justice of the Peace (JP) or a Notary.
6. What if I am applying as a single parent?
   If you are a single parent, you can provide an attested copy of divorce or custody documents. Residents of New South Wales (NSW) should use a Notary Public for attestation.
7. Is a statutory declaration necessary?
   Yes, a statutory declaration signed by both parents is needed to confirm that the child does not hold any other country’s passport or nationality.
8. Do I need to schedule an appointment to apply in person?
   If you plan to visit the application centre in person, it’s recommended to book an appointment in advance.

Photograph Guidance for Applicants (PDF)
Download Form K (PDF)