Get Gro185 Form - Leeds City Council - Leeds Gov

The GRO185 form is essential for parents who wish to re-register their child’s birth to include the natural father's details. This guide will provide clear, step-by-step instructions on how to fill out the form accurately and efficiently to ensure your application is processed promptly.

Follow the steps to complete the GRO185 form effectively.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the GRO185 form and open it for editing.
2. Indicate who will attend the Register Office by ticking the appropriate box in Section 1. Options include both parents attending, one parent attending due to incapacity, or one parent attending due to lack of cooperation.
3. In Section 2, include a certified photocopy of the child’s birth certificate as your application must have this document. Mark ‘Yes’ to confirm you are including this copy.
4. For details on the new birth registration in Section 3, fill in the child's details such as the desired surname and forename(s). If the surname is changing, ensure both parents consent to this change.
5. Provide the natural father’s full name in Section 3B. It's crucial to include the full name to avoid complications with governmental agencies.
6. Section 4 requires information about any previous marriage between the child's mother and natural father. Tick 'Yes' or 'No' and provide a certified photocopy of the marriage certificate if applicable.
7. Answer all questions in Section 5 regarding court involvement. Provide further details where necessary and submit certified copies of any relevant court orders if applicable.
8. In Section 6, provide current contact details for both parents, including addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses.
9. Read and complete the declarations in Section 7. Both parents, if available, should sign and date the declaration.
10. Refer to Section 8 for any additional acknowledgments needed if the child is 16 years or older and a name change is requested.
11. Proceed to the appropriate section based on earlier answers. If both parents can go together and all questions in Sections 4 and 5 are answered 'No', refer to Section 9. If only one parent can go, follow Section 10, etc.
12. Finally, in Section 13, indicate the Register Office you wish to attend by writing the name of the Town, City, or London Borough.
13. Once the form has been completed, save your changes, and you may choose to download, print, or share the updated form as required.

Start filling out your GRO185 form online today to ensure your application is processed efficiently.