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How do I Get a Copy of my Birth Certificate in Texas

Getting a birth certificate in Texas is a straightforward process that can be completed with little to no hassle.

To obtain your authorized copy, you will need to fill out the application with all the required information, and mail it to the Texas vital records office.

To get a certified copy of a birth certificate in Texas fast, you will need to complete the online birth certificate application with the following personal information:

  • Gender
  • Date of birth
  • Why do you need the certificate
  • Full name (as it would appear on the certificate)
  • Mother’s name or parent’s name prior to first marriage
  • Father’s name or parent’s name prior to first marriage

When you apply for a certified copy, you must also prove your identity.

You will be required to provide one of the following acceptable documents, alongside your birth certificate application form:

  • US passport
  • US citizen ID card
  • US Driver's license
  • Federal or state ID card

Texans unable to produce one of the documents listed above may provide 2 of the following documents as proof of identity:

  • Current student ID
  • Veterans Affairs card
  • Medical insurance card
  • Signed Social Security card or Numident
  • Certified birth certificate from the US Department of State (FS-240, DS-1350, or FS-545

Citizens of Texas unable to produce the above documents, may have other options available to prove their identity.

All those born in the state of Texas that need to expedite 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:

  • Texas Driver’s License
  • Texas 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

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

Texas Vital Records
Department of State Health Services
P.O. Box 12040
Austin, TX 78711-2040

This is the office that handles all Texas birth certificate requests that are sent via mail.

You can also print out your birth certificate application package and present it in person to the vital records office where your birth was recorded.

Please note that births within the past 75 years are considered protected records in Texas.

Read more:Fastest way to get a birth certificate in Texas.

Who Can Request a Certified Copy of a Birth Certificate in Texas?

In order to expedite an authorized copy of a birth certificate issued in Texas, the applicant must be one of the following individuals:

  • 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

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Texas Birth Certificate Types

It is very important to know the type of Texas birth certificate you need before placing your order so that you receive the correct document at home.

Before you apply for a replacement Birth Certificate from Texas, it is essential that you know the difference between:

If you need a birth certificate to enroll at university, get a driver’s license, apply for a US passport, get married or other legal purposes, then you need to get an authorized or long-form copy of your birth certificate.

An informational, short-form or heirloom copy will not be accepted to prove your identity.

Here are the main differences between long and short form Texas birth certificates:

Texas Birth Certificate Apostille

Citizens born in Texas who need to provide their birth certificate in a foreign country will have to make sure their document bears an apostille to provide it with legal validity abroad.

This can be done by following these simple steps:

  1. Order a certified copy of the Texas Birth Certificate and send it to the Texas Secretary of State's Office
  2. When applying, mention "Apostille" as the reason for your birth certificate request
  3. Upon receiving the certified copy of the Texas birth certificate, send it to the Texas Secretary of State's office with the required apostille fee

Texas Authentications Unit street address:

Secretary of State

Authentications Unit
1019 Brazos
Austin, TX 78701

Walk-In Service: Room 106

Texas Authentications unit PO BOX:

Secretary of State

Authentications Unit
PO Box 13550
Austin, TX 78711-3550

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Texas Birth Certificate Cost

Part of the process of getting a quick copy of a birth certificate includes paying a fee.

When mailing your application, the Texas Health Services will accept these payment methods:

  • Personal check
  • Money order
  • Cashier check

The filing fee of each copy of a birth certificate in Texas is of $22. The price is the same for a certified or an informational copy.

It is good practice to order multiple copies within the same birth certificate application form. Extra copies can be kept on file for your records or for future use. Additional copies of the same birth certificate ordered within a single form carry a cost of $22. For rush service the fee is $13 plus $8 for overnightmail and $5 for expedited processing.

If you are trying to verify a birth that occurred since 1903 or onwards, you may apply for a verification letter. This document will state whether a record of birth for the citizen is on file with the State of Texas.

The information provided includes the citizen’s name, date of birth, and county where the birth took place. However, these letters are not considered legal substitutes for certified copies of birth certificates.

Military personnel with a current deployment order are granted exemption from fees for birth certificate applications in the state of Texas.

Texas Birth Certificate Processing Times

Once you have completed the application and mailed it with the respective payment and photo ID photocopy, the Texas vital records office will process your order.

Birth certificate orders in Texas are generally processed within 65-85 days. It is worth mentioning that during peak request periods, an order might take longer. Rush birth certificate service is available for an extra fee and takes within 20 -25 business days.

Citizens who urgently need to obtain a Texas birth certificate may print out their completed application, sign and pack it with the required documents and fee and walk in to the vital records office during opening hours. Although this usually implies waiting in long lines for hours at the vital records office, it may result in same-day issuance.

Texas Vital Records Offices

The following is a complete list of Vital Records and Health offices in Texas that can provide Birth Certificate copies. Keep in mind that county offices may not be near you, but they can sometimes process requests faster.

FAQs About Texas Birth Certificates

  • How to get a fast birth certificate in Texas?

    To get a copy of your birth certificate from the Texas Department of State Health Services, you will need to:

    • Be a Texas-born citizen
    • Fill out the TX online birth certificate application form (available at the button above). Our experts will review your form to ensure it is mistake-free so your document can be issued on the first try
    • Once revised, print, sign and submit the birth certificate application form with photocopies of an identification document (full list above) and the appropriate fee

    The form can be submitted online or by mail to avoid waiting in line at the vital records office or in-person, where available.

  • Where to get a birth certificate in Texas?

    Texas birth certificates can be obtained online, by mail, and in person at the vital records office.

    Regardless of the submission method you choose, the fastest way to ensure your birth certificate is issued on the first try is to:

    • Complete the form online (available by clicking the button above)
    • Have our experts revise your birth certificate application form before you submit it
    • Follow our personalized instructions

  • How much is a birth certificate in Texas?

    Getting a certified copy of a Texas birth certificate requires the payment of the state fees.

    Each copy of a birth certificate issued by the Texas Department of State Health Services carries a cost of $22.

    It is recommended to order multiple copies of the same birth certificate with the same application form to keep on file or for future use.

    Rush service and expedited shipping are both available at an additional cost.

  • How to change a name on a birth certificate in Texas?

    To correct the name on a birth certificate in Texas:

    1. Order a certified copy of the TX birth certificate that must be corrected by filling the online form (available by clicking the button above)
    2. Fill out and notarize form A VS170 Application to Amend Certificate of Birth. Minors need both parents to sign the form before a notary public to prove they agree to the change or correction
    3. Provide required affidavits or evidence of correct spelling to support request.
    4. Pay fees
    5. Request a certified copy of the amended birth certificate (applying online is the most convenient)
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