What to do with notarized birth certificate
The notarized birth certificate is an important legal document that proves the fact of an individual's birth. It is widely used in scenarios such as studying abroad, immigration, and marriage registration. Recently, the process, required materials and frequently asked questions about birth notarization have become hot topics across the Internet. This article will provide you with a detailed explanation of how to apply for a birth notarization certificate in the form of structured data.
1. The purpose of notarized birth certificate

Notarized birth certificates are mainly used in the following scenarios:
| Purpose | Applicable scenarios |
|---|---|
| Study abroad application | Some countries require birth certificates as admission materials |
| Immigration procedures | Proof of relationship between applicant and relative |
| marriage registration | Foreign-related marriages require a birth certificate |
| inheritance | Prove identity of legal heir |
2. The process of obtaining a notarized birth certificate
The following are the standard steps for processing a notarized birth certificate:
| steps | Specific operations |
|---|---|
| 1. Prepare materials | ID card, household register, birth medical certificate (or alternative certificate) |
| 2. Submit application | Submit materials to the notary office at the place of residence or birthplace |
| 3. Pay fees | Pay the fee according to the notary office charging standards (usually 200-500 yuan) |
| 4. Waiting for review | The notary office verifies the authenticity of the materials (about 3-7 working days) |
| 5. Receive the notarial certificate | After passing the review, you will receive the notarization certificate in both Chinese and English versions. |
3. List of required materials (compare in different situations)
The required documents vary depending on the applicant’s year of birth and type of certificate:
| Applicant situation | Necessary materials | Supplementary materials (if applicable) |
|---|---|---|
| Born after 1996 | Original medical certificate of birth | Copy of parents’ ID card |
| Born before 1996 | Household register + police station certificate | Relative witness statements, old files, etc. |
| Born abroad | Foreign birth certificate + certified documents | Translation (need to be notarized) |
4. Frequently Asked Questions
Based on recent hot search questions, we have sorted out the following high-frequency questions:
| question | answer |
|---|---|
| What should I do if I don’t have a medical certificate of birth? | It can be replaced by the population register + the birth certificate issued by the police station. |
| How long does it take to process expedited processing? | Some notary offices provide 24-hour expedited service (double the fee) |
| How long is the notarial certificate valid for? | Usually 6 months to 1 year, depending on the country of use. |
| Can it be done in another location? | You need to go back to the notary office in your place of origin or apply through the online notary platform. |
5. Things to note
1.Translation requirements: If an English version of the notarization is required, it must be processed by a translation agency designated by the notary office.
2.Certification process: Notarial deeds used overseas may require additional certification by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (single certification) or embassy certification (double certification).
3.Electronic notarization: Some provinces and cities have launched online notarization services, and materials can be submitted through platforms such as "Notarization Cloud".
Recent hot spots show that as the trend of going abroad picks up, the number of birth notarization applications has increased by 30% year-on-year. It is recommended to prepare materials in advance to avoid delays during peak periods. If you need further help, you can call the 12348 legal aid hotline for consultation.
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