Can parents not establishing the child’s patronymic?
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- General rule:
- The patronymic of a child is determined by the name of the father.
- Exceptions for national minorities:
- If the child's mother and/or father are members of national minorities, patronymic:
- May be formed in accordance with national traditions.
- It may not be assigned at all if it is in accordance with the customs of the respective national minority.
- Registration of the absence of a patronymic:
- In order to officially register a child without a patronymic, you need to apply to the civil registry office with a statement confirming that you belong to a national minority.
