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Information on obtaining copies of birth certificates from the New York State Department of Health
New York State Department of Health can provide copies of birth certificates for individuals born outside of New York City’s five boroughs. To get document, have one of these: A driver’s license or non-driver photo ID. Passport. U.S. military-issued photo ID.
Access birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates. Learn how to order these records or request death certificates. Get official birth certificates through provided links. Navigate genealogy records, child support forms, and name change applications easily.
For copies of New York City birth and death certificates, visit the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene web site. For copies of New York City issued marriage licenses, visit the New York City Marriage Bureau web site.
In New York, a long-form birth certificate is a certified copy of a person's original birth certificate. The long-form birth certificate is often required for official purposes, such as applying for a passport or enrolling in school.
For copies of New York City birth and death certificates, visit the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene web site. For copies of New York City issued marriage licenses, visit the New York City Marriage Bureau web site. For genealogy copies, visit our genealogy web page.
Certified copies of an Acknowledgment of Parentage are free of charge. Complete the New York State Acknowledgment of Parentage application and submit by mail or in person. For questions about certificates for newborns (born within the past 30 days),call 646-632-6563 or email birth@health.nyc.gov.
