How to Obtain Birth Certificates in New York State
Birth certificates in New York state are handled by the New York State Department of Health. Only the person named on the birth certificate, the person's parent or a person holding a New York State court order, can obtain a person's birth certificate. In order to obtain your birth certificate, you should have a valid driver's license, passport, state-issued ID card or military photo identification card. If you do not have a photo ID, two utility bills with your name and address and a recent letter from a state or federal government agency will suffice.
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Things You'll Need
- Valid photo ID or two utility bills and a letter from a state or federal government agency
Instructions
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Order online through the VitalChek website (vitalchek.com). VitalChek processes all online birth certificate requests for the New York State Department of Health. The cost is $45 plus a $7.25 processing charge. You will receive your birth certificate in five to seven business days.
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Call 877-854-4481 to request a birth certificate from VitalChek. The cost is $45 plus a $7.25 processing charge. You will receive your certificate within five to seven business days.
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Mail your birth certificate request application to:
New York State Department of Health
Vital Records Section
Certification Unit
800 North Pearl St.
Menands, NY 12204
Overnight delivery to the above address is recommended. Include a check or money order for $45 payable to the "New York State Department of Health." You will receive your certificate within two to three weeks.
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Tips & Warnings
See the New York City Department of Mental Health and Hygiene website for information on birth certificates for persons born in New York City and the five boroughs.
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