Documents Checklist for Birth Certificate
Parents can apply for both their child’s Birth Certificate and Fresh Passport at the same time.
- Printout of Online Submitted Birth Registration Form:
https://indiancitizenshiponline.nic.in/
- Miscellaneous Form
- Copy of Notarized Child’s Birth Certificate in English issued by a Korean Hospital with Apostille.
- Original Parents’ Passports along with copies of the first, second, and last pages.
- Original and Copies of Parents’ Alien Registration Card (ARC)
- (If Applicable) Original and copy of Marriage Certificate.
- (In Case of G-1 Visa Holder) Signed declaration by both parents regarding the nationality and citizenship of the child.
Note – Additional documents may be requested.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is Birth Registration at the Indian Consulate?
It is the process of officially recording the birth of a child born in South Korea to an Indian parent(s), enabling the issuance of a Birth Certificate and eligibility for an Indian passport.
2. Who is eligible to apply?
Indian citizens residing in South Korea whose child is born in South Korea can apply to register the birth at the Indian Consular Application Centre.
3. Is birth registration mandatory for an Indian passport?
Yes. Birth registration with the Embassy of India is a prerequisite for issuing an Indian passport to the newborn.
4. What is the time limit to register the birth?
Births should ideally be registered within one year of the child’s birth. Delayed registration may require additional documentation and approval.
5. Can the birth be registered if one parent is a foreign national?
Yes. If one parent is Indian, the birth can still be registered with the Indian Embassy, and the child may be eligible for Indian citizenship.
6. Where can I apply for birth registration?
You can apply at the nearest Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) in South Korea. The ICAC processes the application for approval by the Embassy.
7. Do both parents need to be present?
Preferably yes, but at least one parent (Indian citizen) must appear in person with all required documents.
8. How long does the registration process take?
The process usually takes 4 weeks, subject to verification and Embassy approval.
9. Is there a fee for registering a birth?
Yes. Nominal consular and service fees apply. Please refer to Fee Datails.
10. What is the next step after birth registration?
Fresh passport and Birth Certificate can be applied together.
11. Can I register a birth if it occurred more than a year ago?
Yes, but delayed registration requires additional documentation such as a declaration explaining the delay and Embassy approval.
