How US Birth Certificates works
At US Birth Certificates, we provide online assistance with applications for certified copies of birth, death, marriage, and divorce records from vital records offices. We work across all 50 U.S. states, helping you get the official copies you need, hassle-free. Our service supports you through the application process, so you can avoid delays and save time.
Only state and county offices can issue certified vital records. We’re a private application-assistance service, not a government agency. You may also request records directly from the state or local office that holds the certificate.
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Disclaimer: Usbirthcertificates.com is a private, independent website owned by Travel Document Systems LLC, not affiliated with any government agency. We provide vital records application assistance services. Blank forms can be obtained for free at the relevant state office.
How do you order a vital record through our service?
You can start your vital record application from home in just a few minutes. Simply provide the key details, choose the level of assistance you need, and get submission support.
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Select the certificate and state
Choose the type of vital record you need and the state where the event was registered. If you don’t live in the state you’re applying to, that’s no problem. We’ll help you understand the requirements for the issuing state.
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Enter the record and applicant information
Our streamlined form is designed to be easy to fill out, so you can provide the key details for the record to be located. Depending on the certificate and state, you may be asked to provide:
- The full name shown on the record
- The date and location of the event (birth, death, etc.)
- Parents’ or spouses’ names
- Your contact and mailing information
- Your relationship to the person named on the record
- The reason you are requesting the certificate (for ID purposes, estate management, etc.)
- A copy of your ID
Some jurisdictions limit who can order a certified copy for privacy reasons. If you need to share proof of identity, eligibility, or relationship, we’ll explain what’s required.
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Choose your application-assistance option
After entering your information, you’ll see the service options available for your request.
Our standard preparation service includes a review of your application pre-submission to catch any errors or missing details in time. We’ll also provide personalized instructions for sending it to the relevant records office.
If available, our premium assistance service means our team takes care of the whole process. We’ll prepare your application package and forward the request to the appropriate authority.
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Our expert application review
Before your application moves forward, our team checks the information provided for common problems that could interfere with processing or lead to refusal of your request.
We often identify issues like:
- Blank or incomplete fields
- Names that don’t match across documents
- An incorrect record or certificate type
- Missing identification
- Insufficient proof of relationship
- Incomplete applicant information
If we pick up anything that needs attention, we’ll get in touch to help you resolve the issue so it can be submitted successfully.
We never guarantee that the issuing office will approve the request, as this decision rests with state authorities. However, our expert review helps reduce avoidable application errors that typically lead to delays or rejection.
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Receiving your certified copy
Once the relevant vital records office has accepted and processed your request, you’ll receive your certified copy at the delivery address you provide in your application.
Delivery and processing times vary from state to state, but submitting a complete and accurate application helps speed things up. If you need your record urgently, an in person at the relevant office may be faster.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No. Certified vital records can only be issued by authorized government offices. Our role is to help prepare your application, review it for mistakes, and provide submission assistance based on the service you select.
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That depends on the record, jurisdiction, and service option. With standard service, you’ll receive a prepared application and instructions so you can send it yourself. Premium assistance means we’ll submit the application on your behalf.
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Our review team checks for omissions and inconsistencies. If further information or a correction is needed, we’ll contact you to help make the necessary amendments before it’s finalized.
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Many vital records offices require a copy of a government-issued photo ID. The exact rule depends on the jurisdiction and the type of document you’re requesting. Some offices may also require proof of address, relationship, authorization, or notarization.
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Processing times vary depending on the state you're applying to. The office’s workload and the record type can affect the timeline. Urgent requests may be handled more quickly in person.
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Yes. Only the state or county issuing authority can determine whether you’re eligible to apply. Using an application-assistance service doesn’t guarantee your application will be approved or that you’ll receive your record by a particular date.
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Review the confirmation and update emails sent to your inbox for the latest update on your application. Check your spam or junk folder if an expected message is missing. If in doubt, reach out to our Customer Support team.