How to Order Original Birth Certificates and Adoption Records (varies by State)

As state laws continue to change, we will update the following links. Be sure to read instructions completely and attach any required proof of identification and fees.

Quick Links to State Forms and Instructions

Alabama Alaska Arizona* Arkansas California

Colorado (OBC) Colorado(Court Records) Colorado(Closed Agencies)

Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia

Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho* Illinois Indiana Iowa

Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland* Massachusetts

Michigan* Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska*

Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico

New York (not NYC) New York City

North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania

Rhode Island South Carolina* South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah

Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin* Wyoming

* Access conditions may vary based on year of adoption/birth

Looking for other Vital Records?

Visit the CDC National Center for Health Statistics website and select the applicable state or territory.