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.
Name-change proceedings to alter your birth certificate name are generally relatively simple. Each state has its own procedures and forms, so be sure to research your state's particular requirements.
A: It usually takes 4-6 weeks for the State Office of Vital Records to process an amended record. It is especially IMPORTANT to be sure all information given to Hospital Staff at the time of birth is accurate due to the time involved to process the correction at the State level.
How to Correct a "Mistake" If you were born within the five boroughs of New York City, contact the Department of Health, Office of Vital Records at 212-639-9675 or 311 or email correctionsunit2@health.nyc.
You can request a birth certificate correction in person. An appointment is required. Schedule an appointment. If you are unable to schedule an appointment and have an emergency request related to travel, health care coverage, government services, military, housing, or employment, email correctionsunit2@health.nyc.
A: It usually takes 4-6 weeks for the State Office of Vital Records to process an amended record. It is especially IMPORTANT to be sure all information given to Hospital Staff at the time of birth is accurate due to the time involved to process the correction at the State level.
How do I remove or change a parent on a NYC birth certificate? Parent listed on the birth certificate Either Yes or No Change or remove a parent Go to Family Court or New York State Supreme Court to establish parentage. Ask for an Order of Parentage to remove or change a parent.