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Florida Birth Certificate Replacement

The Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics is the entity in charge of managing its citizens vital records, including birth certificates, death certificates, marriage and dissolution of marriage certificates. Records of life events are kept under governmental authority. In the United States, vital records are maintained at both the county and state level.

In the U.S. you will need a birth certificate for several different purposes, including registering for school, applying for a passport, getting a driver’s license, getting married, etc. If you are moving to another country, you probably will also need a certified copy of the birth certificate with an apostille. There is only one original document of your birth certificate, the vital records office issues certified of informational copies.

To obtain a Florida birth certificate replacement birth certificate replacement it is necessary to meet a few basic requirements.Your vital records are not public records, which means that only you and a few other people, are allowed to request a certified copy of your birth certificate. However, it is also possible to request an informational copy of a person’s birth certificate.

The difference between the two is as follows:

  • A certified copy of a birth certificate - it will have the registrar’s raised, embossed, impressed or multicolored seal, as well as the registrar’s signature, and the date the certificate was filed with the registrar’s office. This authorized copy can be used for several purposes.
  • An informational copy of a birth certificate - informational copies have the following words imprinted across the face of the copy: “Informational, not a valid document to establish identity”.

The Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics has been keeping records of its citizens since 1850. However, limited birth were recorded between 1850 and 1917. There are several vital records offices throughout Florida, among them:

If you wish to get a replacement of your birth certificate from any of these offices, you can do so by completing an online application. To get an authorized copy of the birth certificate, it is not necessary to travel in person to your respective vital records office.

As of May 7, 2025, U.S. citizens and residents must have a REAL ID-compliant driving license or ID card to enter federal facilities and board commercial aircrafts. Requirements to obtain a REAL ID may include proof of identity, such as a certified copy of the birth certificate.

How to get a Birth Certificate copy in Florida?

Getting your birth certificate in Florida can be a fast and easy process. With that said, it is important that before applying for a certified copy you make sure you meet all the eligibility requirements. Ordering your authorized birth certificate copy online will save you a lot of time and only requires you provide a few details.

All vital records offices in the State of Florida are able to issue authorized and informational computer copies of a birth certificate, and other vital records. The computer copy is available for births that occurred in Florida since 1860. However, you don’t need to go to the offices in person. You can easily complete your personal details through an online application form.

If you need to get your driver’s license, apply for a passport, get married, register for school, you will need a certified copy of your birth certificate.

Remember that what differentiates this type of birth certificate copy is the official state registrar’s raised, embossed, impressed or multicolored Seal of Florida, the registrar’s signature, and the date the certificate was filed with the registrar’s office.

All those born in the state of Florida that need to request a certified copy of their birth certificate will need to include a clear photocopy, of both sides, of one of the forms of photo ID listed below, along with a completed application form:

  • State of Florida Driver’s License
  • State of Florida ID Card
  • Driver’s license issued by another U.S. State, jurisdiction or territory state-issued
  • Photo State Identification Card issued by another U.S. State, jurisdiction or territory
  • U.S. Passport or foreign issued
  • Military ID Card

Once your application package is completed you will need to mail it to:

Department of Health Bureau of Vital Statistics
ATTN: Vital Records Section
P.O. Box 210,
1217 North Pearl Street
Jacksonville, FL 32231-0042

Who can request a Florida birth certificate?

If you wish to apply for a copy of your birth certificate you need to be eligible first. You can request an authorized copy of your birth certificate only if you meet one of the following:

  • The certificate holder, a parent or legal guardian of the certificate holder.
  • A child, grandparent, grandchild, sibling, spouse, or domestic partner of the certificate holder.
  • A member of a law enforcement agency or a representative of another governmental agency, as provided by law, who is conducting official business.
  • A party entitled to receive the record as a result of a court order, or an attorney or a licensed adoption agency seeking the birth record.
  • An attorney representing the certificate holder or the certificate holder’s estate, or any person or agency empowered by statute or appointed by a court to act on behalf of the certificate holder or the certificate holder's estate.

If the applicant is not one of the above, the application must be accompanied with a notarized Affidavit to Release a Birth Certificate (DH Form 1958) signed by an eligible person (form is available on our website) and a copy of valid photo identification of both, the person authorizing release and the applicant.

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Florida Birth Certificate apostille

What is the apostille? The apostille is issued by the Secretary of State and it is attached to an original document to verify that it is legitimate and authentic and can be accepted in other countries who are also member sof the Hague Apostille Convention. Situations in which you would need an apostille on your birth certificate apostille on your birth certificate include moving to a foreign country.

In Florida, the Department of State can issue an apostille for your birth certificate and other vital records. However, you will need to have an authorized copy of your birth certificate before requesting the apostille. You can carry out the process in person or by mail.

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You will need to download an application and complete it with all your personal details. Then, you need to forward the birth certificate to the Florida Department of State, stating that it is for certification as Apostille or Exemplified. Please make sure you indicate the country for which you need the apostille for. A fee of USD 10 must be paid per certificate.

If you choose to get the apostille by mail, please send all the documents, payment and application to:

Department of State, Division of Corporations, Apostille Certification
P.O. Box 6800
Tallahassee, FL 32314 - 6800

In the case that you want to go in person or use a courier delivery, you can go to:

Department of State, Division of Corporations, Apostille Certification
Clifton Building, 2661 Executive Center Circle
Tallahassee, FL 32301

Please note that under Florida law, email addresses are public records. If you don’t want your email address released in response to a public records request, do not send emails to the State Department.

Florida Birth Certificate Cost

Anyone can apply for their Florida birth certificate at any time. However, requesting a certified of informational copy of a birth certificate carries a cost. The fee for a certified copy of your birth certificate is $9.

For an additional fee, the State of Florida offers a rush service. The rush service in Florida takes between Given Priority Processing.

Florida Birth Certificate Processing Times

To avoid any delays with the processing time of your Florida Birth Certificate please be sure to complete the application with accurate details and a valid copy of an official photo ID such as your driver’s license, military ID, work ID, or passport.

The Florida Department of Health Office of Vital Statistics will generally take between 3-5 business days to process your application from the moment it has been received. You can always pay an additional fee for the rush service if you need your vital record urgently (rush service times are Given Priority Processing ).

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Florida Vital Records Offices

Below is a complete list of all County Clerks and Health Department offices who can provide Birth Certificate copies in Florida Note that County Recorder Offices may not be near you, although they can sometimes process the requests faster than the CDPH-VR.

FAQs about Florida Birth Certificates

  • How to get a copy of my birth certificate in Florida?

    In order to obtain a certified copy of a Florida birth certificate, you need to fill out an application form.

    The birth certificate application form can be filled out online and then mailed with a stamped envelope or taken directly to a vital records office.

    Regardless of your method of application, make sure to have your form revised by an expert, so your birth certificate is issued directly by the State of Florida.

    Filling out the form above ensures your application is error-free and includes personalized instructions to avoid unnecessary hassle and delay.

  • What do you need to get a birth certificate in Florida?

    Ordering a certified copy of a Florida birth certificate entails providing a filled-out birth certificate application as well as an identification document. The complete list of valid photo IDs is detailed above.

    Once you have chosen your government-issued photo ID from the list, you will have to photocopy the document on both sides.

    Then, mail your signed application form with all the required documents and the appropriate fees for an FL birth certificate as specified in the personalized instructions included.

  • How much is a birth certificate in Florida?

    The fees for a Florida birth certificatex vary according to:

    • The number of certified copies you order at once
    • The time you are willing to wait to have it issued.

    Rush orders for certified copies of a Florida birth certificate carry an additional fee.

    The first copy carries a price of $9. Any additional copies of the same birth certificate ordered on the same form cost $4.

  • Can I get my birth certificate the same day in Florida?

    Yes, the Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics offers rush service to issue FL birth certificates.

    Normal service will usually take 3-5 business days. However, you can choose a walk-in service instead.

    Walk-in rush service carries an additional fee.

    The fastest way to obtain a certified copy of a Florida birth certificate is to fill out your application online and have it revised by an expert.

    Then, download, print, and sign the revised birth certificate application package following our personalized instructions to ensure your document is issued with no hassles due to errors.

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