A birth certificate is an important legal document used to verify identity from birth. Many families therefore choose to " laminate the birth certificate " with plastic to protect it from damage, tearing, or fading over time. However, there has been public concern and controversy about whether laminating a birth certificate renders it invalid. Thairath Online will clarify the facts about laminating birth certificates accurately and clearly.
A birth certificate (birth record) is a civil registry document issued by the registrar to the person reporting the birth, according to civil registration law. Laminating a birth certificate means covering the document with clear plastic to extend its lifespan and protect it from water damage, moisture, or folding. This is the main reason many people choose to laminate this important document.
The Facebook page of the Department of Provincial Administration has clarified the facts that laminating a birth certificate does not cause the document to become void. If the birth certificate is properly issued according to legal and administrative regulations, it remains valid as identification and can be used for legal transactions, various procedures, and to claim rights and benefits from the government as usual. Therefore, the claim that laminating renders the birth certificate invalid is incorrect.
If a laminated birth certificate needs correction, the registrar will follow official procedures. This may involve using an indelible chemical pen to record corrections or issuing a formal request form (Tor.Ror.31) along with an approval order for the correction and certified copies for the requester to use as evidence alongside the laminated birth certificate, instead of removing the lamination.
In summary, laminating a birth certificate is permitted and does not invalidate or render the document unusable. People can continue to use laminated birth certificates for official purposes. Additional steps may be required only when correcting information within the document, which does not affect the rights or validity of the birth certificate in any way.
Source of information:Facebook page of the Department of Provincial Administration