Order your Minnesota (MN) Birth Certificate Online
Long gone are the waiting lines in government offices. Order your official Minnesota (MN) birth certificate from the comfort of your home!
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Obtain a new Minnesota (MN) Birth Certificate
A birth certificate is a legal document that allows you to apply for certain benefits and to request a passport, social security card and driver's license. To obtain your Minnesota (MN) birth certificate you will need to complete our online form and follow the personalized instructions we provide. Your Minnesota birth records will be issued by the vital records office and delivered to your home.
Replace a lost Minnesota Birth Certificate
Replacing an important document can be overwhelming. If you have lost your state Minnesota birth certificate, or if it was destroyed, you need a replacement copy. Replace your birth certificate by completing our online form of the state where you were born and following the detailed instructions we provide with your application form.
Obtain an authorized copy of your Birth Certificate
A birth certificate is an important document that allows you to prove identity, age and American citizenship, especially when applying for a passport, government benefits, enroll in school, or even join the military. If you need to request an authorized copy, you will need to request it to the state where you were born or directly to the county where you were born.
For a certified copy of your Minnesota birth certificate, please complete our online form and follow the set of personalized instructions we provide to receive your authorized copy of your birth certificate.
You may only obtain a certified copy of your birth certificate from the state where the event occurred. If you were born in Minnesota then you may request a birth certificate from this state. If the birth certificate does not require any change, you can obtain a birth certificate from the Minnesota (MN) vital records office or the county recorders such as the ones in: Hennepin County, Ramsey County, Dakota County, Anoka County, and the cities of Minneapolis, Saint Paul, Rochester, among others.
Who is eligible to apply
Birth records are restricted in Minnesota. Only the following may apply for a copy of a birth record: if you are applying for yourself or if you are the parent, the spouse, the successor or a descendant of the person named on the record (including children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.) You may also request a birth certificate if you are the grandparent, the legal guardian or the legal representative of the registrant, and if you have a court order or signed authorization.
Remember that Your Minnesota birth certificate is an important form of identification used for life events like employment, getting or renewing your passport or driver's license, applying for benefits, and even enrolling in school or youth sports activities.
Minnesota Birth Certificate Requirements
To obtain a copy of a birth certificate you will need to complete the application and mail it to your birth state’s vital records office. You will also need to prove your identity.
The state of Minnesota and the Health Department also require that you verify your identity by notarizing your application and signing it in front of a notary public. If you are requesting the certificate on behalf of the registrant to demonstrate the determination or protection of a personal or property right, you are also required to submit additional documentation to support your claim. If you have a court order you are also required to submit a copy of the court order along with your application.
Please note, if your name is not listed on the birth certificate or if you are requesting it on behalf of a direct family member, please provide a copy of your valid photo ID as well as proof of relationship with the applicant.
Once your application package is completed you will need to mail it to:
Minnesota Department of Health
Central Cashiering – Vital Records,
P.O. Box 64499
St Paul, MN 5516-0499
Minnesota Birth Certificate Fees
To request a Minnesota birth certificate, you are required to pay the state fees. The cost to process a certified copy of a birth certificate in Minnesota is: $26.
Minnesota Birth Processing Times
Thanks to our service, you are able to request your birth certificates with ease, by avoiding long lines and without having to go to government offices. All you have to do is complete our easy-to-fill-out form and send it to the corresponding state vital records office. Once it’s processed, you will receive it in the comfort of your own home by mail. In most cases, birth certificate orders in Minnesota are filled within 80 days. However, some orders may take longer due to peak request periods.
We recommend requesting certified copies of Minnesota birth certificates early to avoid delays especially if certificates are needed for sports programs, travel documents and passports, school enrollment, planning for retirement and other reasons that may have a deadline.
FAQs about Minnesota Birth Certificates
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How to get a birth certificate in Minnesota?
The fastest way to obtain a certified copy of a birth certificate in Minnesota is by completing the form online.
- Fill out the birth certificate application online (click button to view form). Our experts will review your form to ensure it is mistake-free so that your certificate can be issued directly.
- Print, sign and pack your revised form with photocopies of a government-issued photo ID (check valid documents listed above)
- Post your package to the Minnesota vital records office with the required documents and fees
The Minnesota bureau of vital statistics will issue your official birth certificate and send it to your home address.
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How long does it take to get birth certificate in Minnesota?
Processing time for a certified copy of a Minnesota birth certificate can vary:
- Mail-in orders take approximately 80 days
- In-person applications usually require waiting in line, check the vital records office addresses listed above and enquire about opening hours
To ensure quickest turnaround time and avoid your application being refused:
- Fill out the online birth certificate application (available by clicking button above).
- Our experts will verify your form to make sure it is error-free so your birth certificate can be issued directly
- Follow our personalized instructions to receive your official Minnesota birth certificate at home
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How much is a birth certificate in Minnesota?
Obtaining a certified copy of a birth certificate in Minnesota carries a state fee of $26 .
Birth certificate application fees must be paid when submitting the request.
It is recommendable to order multiple copies of the same birth certificate at once, to keep on file, or for future use.
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What documents do I need to get my birth certificate?
To obtain a certified copy of a birth certificate in Minnesota, you will need:
- Filled-out birth certificate application form (available by clicking the button above). Our experts will revise your form to ensure it is error-free
- Photocopies of both sides of a government-issued photo ID (see full list of acceptable documents above)
- Fees paid
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Our team of experts are trained in all states and will review each application to make sure there is no information missing and that everything is correct. This way you will avoid delays and get exactly what you are looking for when you order your birth certificate online.
Some states require that you provide a copy of your photo ID card to order a certified copy of your birth certificate. Our complete application package provides all the information on which documents you need to provide and how to go about it.
Personalized Review of your application
Our team of experts are trained in all states and will review each application to make sure there is no information missing and that everything is correct. This way you will avoid delays and get exactly what you are looking for when you order your birth certificate online.
ID Verification
You may be required to provide a copy of your photo ID to prove your identity. In some cases you may be required to provide a sworn notarized statement of your identity. Our Minnesota personalized instructions will provide all the information needed.