In a previous post, we shared some information about how Filipinos can apply to get married in Abu Dhabi. In this article, we will talk about another essential topic for Filipino families abroad: applying for a child’s Report of Birth.
What is a Report of Birth? Basically, it serves as a declaration on the birth of a Filipino child abroad. Both the child’s parents may be Filipino citizens, or at least one (1) parent is a Filipino. The report must be made at the Philippine Embassy or Consulate General that exercises jurisdiction over the child’s place of birth. This would lead to the registration of the birth with the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). It would also enable the child to subsequently apply for a Philippine Passport.
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Guide to Applying for a Report of Birth
Regarding the birth of Filipino children abroad, the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi offers these services: Report of Birth and Delayed Registration of Report of Birth. The requirements, fees, and procedures for these services are discussed below.
NOTE: Before going to the Philippine Embassy, all applicants must set an appointment by sending an email to civilregistry_auhpe@yahoo.com.
Requirements:
- Personal appearance of either parent
- Accomplished Report of Birth Form (4 copies) – Entries must be written in capital letters, using a black ink pen. The mother’s full maiden name, and the name of the hospital, must be indicated.
- Child’s UAE Birth Certificate with Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) authentication stamp (1 original, 3 photocopies)
- Parents’ valid Passports (3 photocopies)
- Parents’ Marriage Certificate or Report of Marriage from the PSA (1 original, 3 photocopies)
- Other documents that may be requested as proof of citizenship, identity, or eligibility for registration of the birth under Philippine Laws
Fees:
AED 100 – Report of Birth
AED 100 – Attestation
AED 40 – Expedite Fee
NOTE: The Report of Birth will be released after five (5) working days. For those who opted for expedited processing, the Report of Birth will be released within the day.
Applying for Delayed Registration of Report of Birth
There may be cases where, for some reason, the child’s birth is not registered immediately with the Philippine Embassy. In these cases, the parents may apply for a Delayed Registration of Report of Birth, if their child was born more than one (1) year before the date of registration.
Requirements:
- Personal appearance of either parent
- Accomplished Report of Birth Form (4 copies)
- Child’s UAE Birth Certificate with MOFA authentication stamp (1 original, 3 photocopies)
- Parents’ valid Passports (3 photocopies)
- Parents’ Marriage Certificate or Report of Marriage from the PSA (1 original, 3 photocopies)
- Affidavit of Delayed Registration
- Negative Certification of Birth Record from the PSA
- Other documents that may be requested as proof of citizenship, identity, or eligibility for registration of the birth under Philippine Laws
Fees:
AED 100 – Report of Birth
AED 100 – Attestation
AED 100 – Affidavit of Delayed Registration
Upon submission and processing of the above requirements, the Report of Birth will be released after five (5) working days. Please be reminded that processing time is from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon, while releasing time is from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
DISCLAIMER: The above guide is presented for general information-sharing purposes only. To learn more about the requirements, fees, and procedures in applying for a Report of Birth or Delayed Registration of Report of Birth, please visit the official website of the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi.
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