The Florida Department of Health keeps Florida birth and death certificates. You may obtain certificates either by contacting your local Department of Health Office or the Florida Department of Health’s Bureau of Vital Statistics located in Jacksonville, FL.
Where can you get a copy of Your Florida birth certificate?
- To obtain a copy of a FLORIDA birth certificate, visit the Orange County Health Department, Office of Vital Statistics. Contact the state where born for non-Florida birth certificates or check online at VitalCheck Express.
How do I get my birth certificate if I was born in Florida?
How to obtain a copy of a birth certificate:
- Visit our main office: 3225 University Blvd. S.
- Mail a request to: Office of Vital Statistics. MC-21.
- Order via telephone: You may order birth and death certificates by phone with a credit card by calling VitalChek at 1-877-297-9125.
Can I get a birth certificate same day?
Getting your birth certificate in person States such as Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, amongst others, offer same-day walk-in birth certificate issuance.
Do Florida birth certificates have time of birth?
A Florida birth certificate contains the following information: Name of the child. Date and time of birth. Sex of the child.
What do I need to get a birth certificate for my child?
While filling out the paperwork for your child’s birth certificate, both parents will have to provide information such as Social Security numbers, full name, maiden name, and supply proof of identification — as well as include a mailing address (so bring your driver’s license or passport to the hospital with you!).
How long does a birth certificate take to come in the mail?
It typically takes 4 to 8 weeks to receive your certified birth certificate copy in the mail. If you need your replacement sooner, premium services such as VitalRecordsOnline.com offer a Rush Package with expedited shipping. Some states may even be able to provide a copy within 2-3 business days.
How fast can I get my original birth certificate?
How long it takes: In-person requests could yield the certificate within minutes. By mail you can expect to wait about four weeks, or two weeks if you pay an additional fee for expedited service. Some states offer overnight service, too.
How can I order my birth certificate online?
To request a copy of a birth record online: Visit www.vitalchek.com and complete the information in the request form. You must complete the online authentication or send in the notarized Certificate of Identity. Please be sure to follow the instructions on the VitalChek site.
How much does it cost to get your birth certificate from Florida?
The cost for a birth certificate at Tax Collector locations are $21.25 for each certified copy. Additional computer copies for the same person are $8.00 each.