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National Civil Registration Authority

Birth certificate

Bɔt sɔtifiket

Who this is for

Any person born in Sierra Leone, or a parent or guardian applying for a child.

What to bring

  • Notification of birth from the hospital or clinicoriginal · 1 copy · from Health facility
  • National ID card of the parent or guardianoriginal · 1 copy · from NCRA
  • Completed application formfrom NCRA office

What to do

  1. Obtain and complete the application form.at NCRA district office
  2. Submit the form with the notification of birth and your ID.at NCRA district office
  3. Collect the certificate when notified.at NCRA district office

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Sources

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Last verified 2026-08-29

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