Get Texas Birth Certificate Application

You can obtain a copy of a birth certificate if you have a primary ID, two secondary IDs, or a secondary ID and two supporting documents. Examples of Primary IDs are: driver's license or state ID issued within the United States, U.S. military ID, Permanent Resident Card, or a U.S. passport.

Provide the following required information: First and last name of individual listed on record. Date of birth on record. Gender of individual listed on record. City and/or county where birth occurred. Provide payment of all associated fees with credit or debit card.

To get a copy of your birth certificate from Texas Department of State Health Services - Vital Statistics Section, you must have been born in the state of Texas. You need to submit identification that meets our ID requirements; complete an application online, by mail, or in-person; and pay the appropriate fee.

You can get vital records in the county, city, or district where the event occurred. Some offices also provide birth records from anywhere in the state. Available records include: ... Short form birth certificates.

You can obtain a copy of a birth certificate if you have a primary ID, two secondary IDs, or a secondary ID and two supporting documents. Examples of Primary IDs are: driver's license or state ID issued within the United States, U.S. military ID, Permanent Resident Card, or a U.S. passport.

You can get vital records in the county, city, or district where the event occurred. Some offices also provide birth records from anywhere in the state. Available records include: Long form birth certificates.

What is the quickest way to order my birth certificate? The quickest way is to order online at Texas.gov. How do I purchase a long form birth certificate for my passport? Long-form or full-size birth certificates may be requested online, by mail or in-person.

Visit the Bureau of Vital Statistics website at www.dshs.texas.gov/vs to learn how to get a certified copy of your newborn's birth certificate.

Same day: In person at the Texas Vital Statistics Office in Austin Closed due to COVID-19. By visiting the Vitals office in Austin, you can receive birth certificates within a couple of hours.

You can get vital records in the county, city, or district where the event occurred. Some offices also provide birth records from anywhere in the state. Available records include: ... Short form birth certificates.