syntymätodistuksessa

Syntymätodistus, known in English as a birth certificate, is an official document that records the birth of a child. It is a fundamental civil document issued by the government of the country where the birth occurred. The primary purpose of a birth certificate is to establish a legal record of a person's identity, date of birth, and place of birth.

Key information typically found on a syntymätodistus includes the full name of the child, the date and time of birth, the sex of the child, the place of birth (city, municipality, and sometimes hospital), and the names of the parents. It may also include details such as the parents' dates of birth and places of birth, and sometimes information about the attending physician or midwife.

In Finland, the responsibility for registering births and issuing birth certificates lies with the Digital and Population Data Services Agency (Digi- ja väestötietovirasto). The registration process typically involves healthcare professionals reporting the birth to the authorities. A syntymätodistus is essential for numerous administrative purposes throughout a person's life, including obtaining a social security number, enrolling in school, applying for a passport, and proving identity for various legal and governmental services. It serves as the foundational document for an individual's legal existence.