: You may be able to visit a local or state health department. Some locations offer same-day issuance . 2. Gather Required Information

Most states offer three primary ways to request your certificate:

: You can download an application form from your state's official website, complete it, and mail it with the required fee and ID photocopies.

To obtain a certified copy of your birth certificate, you must contact the in the state or territory where you were born. The federal government does not issue or distribute these individual records. 1. Choose Your Ordering Method