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Uganda
Birth Registration
Is birth registration available and compulsory for all births occurring within the country's jurisdiction?
Yes
What are the reporting periods for birth registration specified in law?
30 days/2 months
Does the law provide a clear definition of live birth? If yes, does the definition accord with international guidelines?
No live birth is not defined by law
Are there any fees for on-time birth registration?
No
Who is designated the primary informant for births occurring in health facilities?
Either parent
Are there additional or alternative documents required for late or delayed birth registration?
Unclear
Who is designated the primary informant for births occurring outside health facilities?
Either parent
Is the first copy of birth certificate provided free of charge?
Yes
Where must births be reported?
Place of occurrence
Does the law specify the process and responsibilities for registering the birth of a child who was abandoned and whose parents are not known?
Yes
Is a Unique Personal Identifier (UPI) assigned at birth?
