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Birth Certificate
VitalCopy makes it simple to get a certified copy of a birth certificate — no office visits, no confusing government forms. We handle the entire process for you.
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VitalCopy makes it simple to get a certified copy of a birth certificate — no office visits, no confusing government forms. We handle the entire process for you.
A birth certificate is the foundational government document that proves your identity, date of birth, place of birth, and parentage. It is issued by the state where the birth occurred and serves as the starting point for establishing your legal identity throughout life.
Certified copies — not photocopies — are required by government agencies, banks, schools, and most institutions. Each state maintains its own vital records office responsible for issuing certified copies, and eligibility to request a copy is restricted to the individual named, their parents, or legal representatives.
VitalCopy works with official vital records offices to obtain certified copies on your behalf, ensuring the certificate arrives bearing the official state seal and registrar signature required by all institutions.
A certified birth certificate is required for dozens of important life events.
Choose your state for specific information about ordering a birth certificate in that state.
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With VitalCopy, you complete a short online form with the details of the person named on the birth certificate. We prepare your complete application, verify it for accuracy, and submit it to the correct state vital records office on your behalf. Your certified copy is then mailed to you by the state.
Processing times vary by state — typically 4–8 weeks for standard requests. Some states offer expedited service that can reduce this to 5–7 business days. VitalCopy's expedited options can help if you have a deadline.
VitalCopy handles birth certificate requests through the appropriate state vital records office. Select your state above for state-specific information including processing times and the issuing authority.
Birth certificates are restricted records. Eligible requesters typically include the person named on the certificate (if 18 or older), parents listed on the record, legal guardians, spouses, adult children, and authorized legal representatives.
Yes. VitalCopy requests certified copies through official state vital records channels. Every certificate carries the official state seal and registrar's signature, making it fully valid for passports, Social Security, driver's licenses, and all other official purposes.
