Follow the steps to successfully complete your application

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the application form and open it in your preferred editor.
2. Indicate the type of certified copy you are requesting by selecting either 'Certified Copy' or 'Certified Informational Copy' at the beginning of the form.
3. Complete the Applicant Information section. This includes today's date, your name, mailing address, and if applicable, agency information.
4. In the Birth Record Information section, provide accurate details about the person whose birth record you are requesting, including their first, middle, and last name, as well as the city, county, and date of birth.
5. Choose the appropriate relationship to the registrant and ensure that you sign the attached sworn statement, if required, declaring your eligibility to receive a certified copy.
6. Calculate the total fee by multiplying the number of copies requested by $25, and include a check or money order made payable to 'CDPH Vital Records.'
7. Ensure that all sections are completed and the application is signed before submitting it. Mail the completed application with the payment to the designated address for processing.
8. After submission, allow several weeks for processing. If you need updates on processing times, reach out to the California Department of Public Health.

Take action now and complete your application for certified copies of birth records online.