Correction Form For Birth Certificate In Houston
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It is possible to make minor corrections to a child's first or middle name without a court order. Read about birth certificate amendments and get the application here. If both parents are listed on the minor's birth certificate, then both parents must complete and sign Form VS-170.
Requirements for Changing Vital Records Be a person qualified to make a change or correction. Complete the amendment form, with no cross outs, no white out, and no correction tape. Sign the application in front of a notary and get a notary seal. Provide a photocopy of acceptable ID with your mail-in application.
Regular Mailing Instructions - Estimated processing time is 6-8 weeks. See for current times. Please submit your application, supporting documents (if required) and fees to: DSHS – Vital Statistics Section, P.O. Box 12040, Austin, TX 78711-2040.
Information can be removed only if the court order has stated that the father listed on the birth certificate is not the biological father or if it specifically states that a person's name and information are to be removed from the birth record.
Requirements for Changing Vital Records Be a person qualified to make a change or correction. Complete the amendment form, with no cross outs, no white out, and no correction tape. Sign the application in front of a notary and get a notary seal. Provide a photocopy of acceptable ID with your mail-in application.
Reasons to Amend a Birth Certificate Correct a spelling mistake or other errors. Add missing information. Change the name of the certificate holder or that of their parent(s) Change the gender marker of the certificate holder.
How To Correct Race on a Birth Certificate. Citizens whose race is stated incorrectly on their birth certificate have the option to correct the error on their birth certificate. The first step in any kind of birth certificate amendment is to order a birth certificate replacement.
You can apply for changes or amendments to a vital record by mail. Review the Processing Times page for more information. Note: For adoption-related changes, see the New Birth Certificate Based on Adoption page. An application will be rejected if it is not completed properly.
Regular Mailing Instructions - Estimated processing time is 6-8 weeks. See for current times.
