Order a birth certificate
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) - Office of Vital RecordsInformation Status
The Health Department issues birth certificates for all people who are born in New York City. If you were born outside of New York City, including elsewhere in New York State, the CDC has information on how you can order a certificate.
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What to do next
Ways to connect
Call 311 to request a birth certificate.
Visit this link - https://www1.nyc.gov/.../birth-certificates.page
Visit link for more information, and to download a birth certificate application form.
Details
Documentation Needed to Enroll
Proof of address; Unexpired photo identification documents with signature. Please see the website for an extensive description.
ADA Accessible
Yes
Accessibility notes
Online orders are only available at this time. The in-person locations for ordering certificates are temp. unavailable.
Cost Details
$15, plus $9.30 processing fee, and any expedite fees, if applicable. Cost varies based on type of certificate ordered.
Cost or Fees
Yes
Available Languages
Arabic, Cantonese, French, Italian, Korean, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish, Urdu
Boroughs Served
Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island
Eligibility requirements
Eligibility Requirements
You may apply for an NYC birth certificate if you were born in NYC, if you are listed on the birth certificate (as parent or registrant/infant), and you are 18 or older., Adults (18+)
Citizenship Requirements
US citizen or permanent resident (Green Card Holder)
External Link:https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/index.page
Locations
This service does not have a location or its location is private. This program can be accessed in New York, New York, USA.
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What to do next
Ways to connect
Call 311 to request a birth certificate.
Visit this link - https://www1.nyc.gov/.../birth-certificates.page
Visit link for more information, and to download a birth certificate application form.