Order Online

In a hurry? Order birth certificates online through VitalChek®, the only vendor authorized by the Florida Department of Health.


Birth certificates are confidential in the State of Florida and can only be issued to the person named on the record, 18 years or older, or the parent or legal guardian of he person named on the record. Legal guardian must show guardianship documentation. Applicants must have a picture ID.

Vital Statistics Services are available Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

For more information about obtaining a birth certificate, call 386-294-1321, Ext. 6025.

Additional information: 

Birth certificates for years prior to 1917 can be obtained from:

State Office of Vital Statistics
PO Box 210
Jacksonville, FL 32231-0042