Birth Certificate from Karachi

A birth certificate is an official document issued by a government authority, typically the local vital records office or department of health, to certify the birth of a child.

It serves as proof of identity, age, and citizenship.A birth certificate typically includes the following information:

1. Child’s name

2. Date of birth

3. Place of birth (city, state, country)

4. Parent’s names (mother and father)

5. Parent’s ages (at the time of birth)

6. Sex of the child

7. Weight and length of the child (at birth)

8. Time of birth

9. Attending physician or midwife’s signature

10. Registration number and dateBirth certificates are used for various purposes, such as:1. Proving identity and age2. Obtaining a passport3. Enrolling in school4. Applying for a driver’s license5. Getting married6. Claiming citizenship or nationality7. Accessing government services and benefitsThere are different types of birth certificates, including:1. Long-form birth certificate (detailed, includes parent’s information)2. Short-form birth certificate (abridged, only includes basic information)3. Certified copy of a birth certificate (official, stamped, and signed)4. Apostilled birth certificate (authenticated for international use)In Pakistan, birth certificates are issued by the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) or the local Union Council.