Department of Human Resources regulation require that all requests for vital records include the signature of the requestor and the proper fee.

Access to birth records is limited to:
1. the person named on the certificate
2. the parents shown on the birth record
3. an authorized legal guardian or agent
4. grandparents of the person named on the certificate
5. an adult child of the person named on the certificate
6. an adult sibling of the person named on the certificate
7. the spouse of the person named on the certificate

Required Information

The person requesting a certified copy of a birth record must provide all the information below, a signed request form, and a photocopy of your valid photo ID, such as: driver's license, state issued ID card, or employer issued photo ID.

Birth Certificate Request Form

Fill Out and Print a Birth Certificate Request Form Online

Fee

$10 (payable by Certified Check or Money Order ONLY)

Frequently Asked Questions

You may also contact the Vital Records Section of the Georgia Division of Public Health for birth and death certificates in Georgia.