Birth Registration in Nepal - Easy Process of Janmadarta in Nepal (2026 Updated)

This article will help you to know about the process of birth registration in Nepal. Evidence like vaccine card, hospital card or witnesses are necessary for the registration of birth.

Birth registration is compulsory as it is the identity of the child, which helps them in various legal proceedings and work, and also provides them with the rights guaranteed by the Constitution of Nepal 2072.

Who can register a birth of a child in Nepal?

The following can register a birth of a child in Nepal:

1. Father
2. Mother
3. Guardian
4. Other legally authorized person
5. Special situation where one parent is unavailable

Father can register a birth of a child. If father isn't available, a mother can register a birth of a child. If the parents are unavailable, a close relative/guardian can register a birth of a child. Authorized person recognized by the law can also register a birth of a child.

Process of Birth Registration in Nepal

The process of birth registration in Nepal:

Step 1: Identify the concerning ward office.

Step 2: Collect the required documents.

Step 3: Fill up the birth registration form.

Step 4: Submit the application.

Step 5: Documents, birth registration form and application are checked and verified by the ward office.

Step 6: You can collect the birth registration certificate.

Documents Required for Birth Registration in Nepal

The documents required for birth registration in Nepal:

1. Documents from the hospital that verify the birth of the child/hospital card,
2. If the child is not born in a hospital, then other documents (like witnesses, vaccine card),
3. Birth time, date, and location of birth,
4. Citizenship of parents,
5. Marriage certificate of parents,
6. Migration certificate if migrated.

Documents Required for Birth Registration - Quick Answer

Various conditions may arise during the Birth Registration in Nepal

If the father is in a foreign country, then the birth registration should be done under the guardianship of the mother along with her citizenship, the father’s citizenship, the marriage certificate, and other required documents.

If the child is an orphan, then the district head will represent the guardian of the child, and the birth registration process will be carried out under the recommendation letter from the ward office of the ward where the child was born/lives.

If the children’s parents are dead or missing, then the birth registration is done with the guardianship of the ward head, along with the witness of the birth of the child. In this way, birth registration in Nepal can be done.

Birth Registration of Foreigners in Nepal

The following documents are required for the birth registration of foreigners in Nepal:

1. Original Passport of the foreigner
2. Proof of birth of the child in Nepal, such as a hospital card or vaccine card
3. Proof of residence of the concerned foreigner (recommendation letter from the related ward office)

Birth Registration of the Child after Divorce in Nepal

The birth registration of the child after the divorce of his/her father and mother can be done as per the conditions. If the child's custody is with the mother, the birth registration of the child can be done from the permanent address of the mother. A mother can register the birth of her child at her permanent address if there is no registration previously from the permanent address of the father.

Online Birth Registration in Nepal

Department of Civil Registration has initiated Online Vital Registration (Birth, Marriage, Divorce, Migration, and Death).

Having Internet access, anyone from anywhere can apply for their Birth Registration. For Registration, follow the steps:

• Visit the website of the related municipality
• After the website of the related municipality link is opened, click on 'Add New.'
• Fill out the form and at last, enter your mobile number.
• After submission, the message will be sent with a Token Number to the entered Mobile Number.
• Contact the Municipality office within 30 days after the token Number is received.
• The Token Number will not be valid after 30 days and need to register again.

Note: All the municipalities haven't started online services, so please confirm it first.

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