Free Birth and Death Certificates has been issued, let’s see what it is.Earlier, one had to pay a fee to make a birth or death certificate, but now it is completely free from the government.
All the details are given below
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Table of Contents
What will we learn in today’s article?
What is a Birth Certificate?
What is a Death Certificate?
Why are Birth and Death Certificates Important?
Government Initiatives for Free Birth and Death Certificates
How to Obtain Free Birth Certificates
How to Obtain Free Death Certificates
Documents Required
And Much More
What is a Birth Certificate?
🧒 Name of the Child
📅 Date and Time of Birth
🏥 Place of Birth (Hospital, Home, City, State)
👪 Parent(s) Names
🔢 Registration Number
🖋️ Name of Registrar / Issuing Authority
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Why are Birth and Death Certificates Important?
| 📄 Document | 📋 Contents |
|---|---|
| 🍼 Birth Certificate | – Name of the Child- Date and Time of Birth- Place of Birth (Hospital, Home, City, State)- Parent(s) Names- Registration Number- Name of Registrar / Issuing AuthorityPurpose: Legal proof of identity and age, access to rights and services. |
| ⚰️ Death Certificate | – Name of the Deceased- Date and Time of Death- Place of Death- Cause of Death- Age of the Deceased- Registration Number and Official SignaturePurpose: Settling estates, claiming insurance, registering death. |
Government Initiatives for Free Birth and Death Certificates
Key Features of Free Certificates Schemes:
💸 There are no fees or charges
🚫 No application fees or charges for issuance
💻📄 Simple and accessible online or offline application processes
⏱️ Fast processing times, sometimes within 7–15 days
🏢 Assistance provided at local government offices such as municipal corporations, health departments, or designated registration centers
🌾👥 Special focus on rural and marginalized communities
How to Obtain Free Birth Certificates
Step 1:
Birth Registration
Step 2:
Application Submission
Step 3:
Verification Process
Step 4:
Issuance of Certificate
How to Obtain Free Death Certificates
Step 1:
Death Registration
Step 2:
Application Submission
Step 3:
Verification
Step 4:
Certificate Issuance
Documents Required for Free Birth Certificate
📄 Application Form
🧾 Proof of Birth
🆔 Parent(s) Identity Proof
🏠 Address Proof of Parents
📝 Affidavit
Documents Required for Free Death Certificate
📄 Application Form
🩺 Medical Cause of Death Certificate
🆔 Identity Proof of the Deceased
👪 Proof of Relationship of Applicant with the Deceased
🏠 Address Proof of the Applicant
Conclusion:
This Scheme is a very good scheme especially for poor people, earlier there was a fee for birth or death certificate but now it has been discontinued.Right now this scheme is only available in a few cities and very soon it will be in your city because this scheme will run all over Pakistan.
What is a birth certificate?
A birth certificate is an official government document that records the birth details of a person, such as name, date and place of birth, and parents’ names. It serves as proof of identity and age.
What is a death certificate?
A death certificate is an official record issued by the government that confirms a person’s death, including details like the date, time, and cause of death.
Is it really free to get a birth or death certificate?
Yes, many governments now provide birth and death certificates free of cost, especially if the registration is done within the specified time (usually 21 to 30 days after the event).
Who can apply for a free birth certificate?
The child’s parents or legal guardians can apply for the birth certificate. In case of an orphan or abandoned child, the responsible authority or shelter home can register the birth.
Who can apply for a free death certificate?
Family members, legal heirs, or authorized persons (such as hospital staff or village officials) can apply for a death certificate.
