How long does it take to replace a lost birth certificate?

To replace a lost, stolen or damaged birth certificate you can use the online application to order a replacement birth certificate. If you need the birth certificate within 5 business days, you can apply for either the: Note: You must provide a printed proof of urgency to qualify for an emergency or expedited birth certificate.

When do I get a copy of my birth certificate?

Certificates are sent 15 working days after you apply. If you need the certificate sooner, you can use the priority service for £35. It’ll be sent the next working day if you order by 4pm. Extra copies are the same price. Contact the General Register Office for help ordering a certificate or questions about an order.

Is there a way to get a duplicate birth certificate?

There is nothing like a duplicate death, birth or marriage certificate. One can get as many copies as they want of their birth certificate by applying in any of the above ways, with the required fees.

Where can I get a birth certificate with no identification?

Find the vital records office in the state where you were born. Check to see if you can get a certified copy of your birth certificate with no identification. If you can, follow the ordering instructions. Some states accept alternate ways to verify your ID. You may have to contact your state to find out what it requires. For example:

What do you do if your birth certificate is lost or stolen?

If your birth certificate is stolen, contact the bureau of vital statistics where you were born, which is usually a department of your state government. After you officially report the theft you can have a replacement birth certificate issued to you.

What happens if you lose your birth certificate?

If you lose your birth certificate, you should get a replacement certificate as soon as you can. Birth certificates are necessary to apply for passports, marriage licenses, driving licenses and to transact some types of financial agreements. To get a replacement, contact the state or county where you were born.

What is the best way to replace a birth certificate?

Probably the safest way to replace a lost birth certificate is to do so through the local or regional government agency that handles such vital records. This is because dealing with vital records, such as an official birth certificate, is this agency’s sole purpose with the government.

Can’t find birth certificate?

Contact the vital records office in the state where you were born to get a copy of your birth certificate. Follow the instructions for requesting copies and paying fees. If you need a copy fast, ask about expedited service or shipping when you place your order.