Birth Death Public Guide for Sindh

Birth Death Public Guide for Sindh

Public Awareness Guide | Sindh Birth, Death, Marriage & Divorce | Page 1

Legal Framework ● Birth, Death and Marriage Registration Act, 2013 (Section 139, Schedule VIII, Part I). ● Birth, Death and Marriage (Registration) Rules, 2017.

Purpose: To ensure the registration of all births, deaths, marriages, and divorces occurring within the jurisdiction of Sindh.

Registration is mandatory for all births, deaths, marriages, and divorces.

Public Awareness Guide | Sindh Birth, Death, Marriage & Divorce | Page 2

≡ Contents

1. Acknowledgement
2. Definitions
3. Registration of Birth
4. Late Registration of Birth
5. Registration of Fetal Death/Stillbirth
6. Registration of Birth of a Child Born to a Foreigner
7. Registration of Marriage
8. Late Registration of Marriage
9. Registration of Divorce of a Foreigner 10 Registration of Death 11 Registration of Death of a Foreigner 12 Late Registration of Death of a Foreigner 13 Registration of Stillbirth/Miscarriage 14 Registration of Adoption and Guardianship 15 Birth/Death Report 16 Registration of Foreigners 17 List of Forms 18 Public Awareness Questions 19 Frequently Asked Questions

Registration Process - Sindh ★ Acknowledgement Registration of all births, deaths, marriages, and divorces is mandatory. This registration must be accurate and correct. The legal framework governing births, deaths, marriages, and divorces is established by the law.

The responsibility lies with the parents, guardians, or the person present at the time of the event, and the Sub-Divisional Magistrate, Tehsildar, or Registrar.

Under Section 139, Schedule VIII (Part I) of the Birth, Death and Marriage Registration Act, 2013, the "Birth, Death and Marriage (Registration) Rules, 2017" have been framed. These rules specify the forms to be used for the registration of births, marriages, and divorces, and the responsibilities of the Registrar.

The process is simple, and registration is mandatory. Why is registration necessary? ● To establish legal identity. ● To facilitate access to social services and government benefits. ● To update the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) card, passport, and other documents. ● To obtain a birth certificate and death certificate. ● To ensure the proper maintenance of vital statistics.

★ Definitions ● Birth: The complete expulsion or extraction from its mother of a product of conception, irrespective of the duration of the pregnancy, which, after such separation, breathes or shows any other evidence of life, such as beating of the heart, pulsation of the umbilical cord, or definite movement of voluntary muscles, whether or not the umbilical cord has been cut or the placenta is attached. ● Registrar: The person appointed by the Government to perform the duties of a Registrar. ● Sub-Divisional Magistrate: The Sub-Divisional Magistrate of the Sub-Division, who is the administrative head of the Sub-Division. ● Form: The forms prescribed under these Rules (Form A to L). ● Death Certificate: The certificate issued by the Registrar under the relevant law (Form G) under the Births, Deaths and Marriages Registration Ordinance, 1961.

Public Awareness Guide | Sindh Birth, Death, Marriage & Divorce | Page 3 ★ Registration of Birth

1. Responsibility: The parents are responsible. ● Time Limit: The birth of a child must be registered within 30 days of the birth. ● Application Form: Form "A" must be filled and submitted to the Registrar of the Sub-Division/Tehsil where the birth occurred. ● Required Documents: The mother and father must be registered in the Family Register; the National Identity Card (CNIC) of the parents must be presented; the application must be accompanied by a medical certificate from the hospital/doctor where the birth took place. ● Verification: The Registrar will verify the details in the Birth Register against the medical certificate/hospital discharge summary. ● Registration and Certificate: If the Registrar registers the birth in Form "A-1", the birth certificate (Form "C") will be issued.

Time Limits for Registration: ● Normal Registration: Within 30 days. ● Late Registration: Between 30 days and 1 year. ● Very Late Registration: More than 1 year to 30 years.

★ Late Registration of Birth ● Within 1 year to 30 years: Form "A", the application along with the medical certificate (if not previously submitted) must be submitted; the medical certificate must be submitted within 7 days of the application. ● More than 30 years: If the application is made after 30 years, the Registrar may refuse registration.

Public Awareness Guide | Sindh Birth, Death, Marriage & Divorce | Page 4 ★ Registration of Fetal Death/Stillbirth If a fetus dies before or during birth, or if a stillbirth occurs, the Registrar must register it within the prescribed time limit, and the details must be entered in the Register of Fetal Deaths.

★ Registration of Birth of a Child Born to a Foreigner ● Registration: The birth of a child born to a foreigner must be registered within 90 days of the birth in the Register of Foreigners. ● Late Registration: If the birth is not registered within 90 days, it may be registered later. ● Application: The application must be submitted to the Registrar along with the NICOP (for foreigners) or POC (Proof of Citizenship) for non-foreigners.

★ Registration of Marriage ● Responsibility: The husband and wife are responsible. ● Time Limit: The marriage must be registered within 30 days of the marriage. ● Application Form: Form "B" must be filled and submitted to the Registrar of the Sub-Division/Tehsil where the marriage took place. ● Verification: The Registrar will verify the details in the Marriage Register against the Nikah Nama (Marriage Certificate). ● Registration and Certificate: If the Registrar registers the marriage in Form "B-1", the marriage certificate (Form "D") will be issued.

★ Late Registration of Marriage If the marriage is not registered within 30 days, the Registrar may refuse registration.

Public Awareness Guide | Sindh Birth, Death, Marriage & Divorce | Page 5 ★ Registration of Divorce ● Responsibility: The husband and wife are responsible. ● Time Limit: The divorce must be registered within 30 days of the divorce. ● Application Form: Form "H" must be filled. The Registrar will register the divorce in Form "H-1" and issue the divorce certificate (Form "I"). ● Death Certificate: The death certificate is issued under the Births, Deaths and Marriages Registration Ordinance, 1961 (Form "G"); the death certificate must be submitted to the Registrar within 7 days along with the application. ● Time Limit: Form "H" must be submitted; the Registrar will verify the details and issue the certificate; the application must be submitted to the Government within 30 days.

Legal Framework for Divorce: ● The Birth, Death and Marriage Registration Act, 2013, applies to both men and women in Sindh. ● The Muslim Family Laws Ordinance, 1961, applies.

★ Registration of Death ● Responsibility: The head of the household, relative, or person present is responsible. ● Time Limit: The death must be registered within 30 days of the death. ● Application Form: Form "L"; the Registrar will register the death in Form "J-1"; the form "J-2" (for cremation/burial) must be filled; and the death certificate (Form "K") will be issued. ● Relevant Law: The Births, Deaths and Marriages Registration Ordinance, 1961, applies, and the registration of the death of a foreigner must be reported to the relevant consulate within 90 days of the death of the foreigner.

Public Awareness Guide | Sindh Birth, Death, Marriage & Divorce | Page 6 ● Time Limit: Form "L" must be submitted; the Registrar will verify the details and issue the certificate; the application must be submitted to the Government within 30 days.

★ Late Registration of Death of a Foreigner ● Normal Registration: Under the Birth, Death and Marriage Registration Act, 2016 (effective 2018), the registration of the death of a foreigner must be reported to the relevant consulate within 45 days; the death of a foreigner must be registered within 30 days, and the death certificate must be issued within 30 days. ● Cremation/Burial: Under the Births, Deaths and Marriages Registration Ordinance, 1961, the cremation/burial of a foreigner must be reported to the relevant consulate within 24 hours. ● Relevant Law: Under the Birth, Death and Marriage Registration Act, 2016, the cremation/burial of a foreigner must be reported to the relevant consulate within 24 hours; the death of a foreigner must be registered within 30 days, and the death certificate must be issued within 30 days. ● Record: The record must be maintained.

★ Registration of Stillbirth/Miscarriage ● Stillbirth/Miscarriage: The application for the certificate of stillbirth/miscarriage must be submitted to the Registrar within 15 days of the birth of the child. ● Certificate: The certificate of stillbirth/miscarriage must be issued within 3 days of the application. ● Application: The application must be submitted to the Registrar within 30 days of the event. ● Fee: The fee for the certificate of stillbirth/miscarriage must be paid as prescribed.

★ Registration of Adoption and Guardianship

Public Awareness Guide | Sindh Birth, Death, Marriage & Divorce | Page 7 The registration of the adoption/guardianship of a child must be reported to the Registrar along with the certificate in Form "E", and the adoption certificate will be issued.

★ Birth/Death Report ● Report: The report of birth/death must be submitted to the Registrar in Form "E" along with the certificate. ● Certificate: The certificate of birth/death must be issued by the Registrar.

The registration of births and deaths is mandatory; the Registrar must issue the certificate; the applicant must submit Form "F".

● Monthly Report: The monthly report of births and deaths must be submitted to the Registrar in Form "F".

★ Registration of Foreigners The registration of foreigners is governed by the relevant laws; if the registration of foreigners is not done, the report must be submitted to the relevant authority; the registration of foreigners must be done by the relevant authority; the registration of foreigners must be done by the relevant authority.

★ List of Forms Form Number Description A Application for Registration of Birth A-1 Registration of Birth B Application for Registration of Marriage B-1 Registration of Marriage C Marriage Certificate D Marriage Certificate E Report of Birth/Death F Monthly Report of Births and Deaths G Form for Death Certificate H Application for Registration of Divorce H-1 Registration of Divorce I Divorce Certificate J Application for Registration of Death J-1 Registration of Death J-2 Form for Cremation/Burial K Marriage Certificate L Application for Registration of Death

Public Awareness Guide | Sindh Birth, Death, Marriage & Divorce | Page 8 ★ Public Awareness Questions ● The registration of birth and marriage must be done within 30 days, and the registration of death must be done within 30 days. ● The certificate must be issued within 30 days of the registration. ● The application must be submitted along with the National Identity Card (CNIC) and other required documents. ● The Registrar must issue the certificate.

● The registration of births and deaths must be done; the report of births and deaths must be submitted to the relevant authority; the registration of births and deaths must be done by the relevant authority.

★ Frequently Asked Questions Question: How is the birth of a child registered? Answer: The birth of a child must be registered within 30 days of the birth by submitting Form "A".

Question: What happens if the birth is not registered within 30 days? Answer: If the birth is not registered within 30 days, the Registrar may refuse registration.

Question: Who issues the birth certificate? Answer: The Registrar issues the birth certificate.

Question: What is the legal age for marriage in Sindh? Answer: Under the Birth, Death and Marriage Registration Act, 2013, the legal age for marriage is 18 years for both men and women.

Question: How is the death of a foreigner registered? Answer: The death of a foreigner must be registered within 45 days under the Birth, Death and Marriage Registration Act, 2016 (effective 2018), and the death certificate must be issued within 30 days.