Republican baptism

Civil baptism is an alternative or a complement to religious baptism which is a sacrament.

While its organization is provided for in a decree, secular baptism is not recognized as being an act of civil status. Moreover, no legislative text is really applicable to it.

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It allows a child to be morally attached to a community and to designate a godfather and a godmother who will accompany him in the different stages of his life.

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However, this is a purely moral and private commitment. In order for the latter to be legally recognized as guardians in the event of the disappearance or default of the parents, a notarial deed under private signature must be drawn up.