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Arkansas Birth Certificates
Learn how to order your Arkansas Birth Certificates from the ADH. Review the required documents, prices, and eligibility. The current processing time is 10 to 14 days. The state fee is $12.00, with additional copies costing $10.00 each. Authorized individuals include the certificate holder, immediate family members, and authorized third parties.
How to Order Arkansas Birth Certificates
You can order your Arkansas birth certificate online now through VRO, or you can order in person or by mail from the Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) by following their instructions. Before you order, make sure to review the costs, eligibility, requirements, and current processing times.
Ordering with VRO
Ordering Arkansas birth records online is quick, effortless, and involves two simple steps.
- Complete the online application and upload your documents.
- Process your order.
Starting from
$29+ state fees
Benefits of Ordering Online with VRO
- 5 minutes process
- No waiting in lines
- No handling paperwork or mail
- Simplified application process
- 24 hour service
- Online assistance by specialists
- Verification and error-checking
- Order tracking
- Online notary
- Pay online by credit card
- Remote processing time
required documents
What Documents Are Required to Order an Arkansas Birth Certificate?
Applicants must provide proof of their identity to the Arkansas Department of Health when requesting certified copies of birth records. The table below displays the information and documents required to order a birth certificate in Arkansas:
Primary ID Requirements Options | Secondary ID Requirements Options |
|---|---|
U.S. Driver’s License/ID | Employment ID Card with photo accompanied with paystub/W-2 |
How to Get an Arkansas Birth Certificate Without ID
The Arkansas Department of Health requires you to verify your identity to obtain a birth certificate. If you cannot provide a valid primary ID, you must provide two forms of secondary identification.
Cost & fees
What Are the Costs and Fees Associated with Replacing a Birth Certificate in Arkansas?
The total cost of your birth certificate will depend on the Department of Health’s fees and the method of your order. VRO’s online application assistant is $29.00. ADH Vital Records charges a $12.00 fee for one certified copy of a birth record and $10.00 for each additional copy ordered during the same transaction.
State Fee |
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$12.00 |
Rush Processing |
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Not offered |
Additional Copy |
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1 x $10.00 |
Processing time
How Long Does It Take to Process and Receive a Birth Certificate in Arkansas?
Processing and replacement times for Arkansas birth certificates may vary. Please refer to the chart below for the current delivery and processing timelines. You can speed up the document generation and application packet process by choosing expedited options when ordering through VRO.
Processing Time |
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10-14 days |
Rush Processing Time |
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Not offered |
Authorization
Who is Authorized to Order an Arkansas Birth Certificate?
The individual on record can acquire a certified copy of their birth certificate. They must provide an accepted form of ID when applying to verify their identity. If you are ordering a certified copy of a birth record that is not your own, you must confirm that you are eligible and authorized to apply. You may be asked for additional documentation proving your eligibility as a third-party applicant. If your relationship with the individual on record does not qualify you as an eligible individual, it is still possible to obtain the certificate. However, you must have the Vital Records Authorization Form signed by the eligible requester to request the record, and you must present copies of the person on record’s primary ID and your ID.
Authorized People
- Child
- Grandchild
- Guardian (with proper documentation)
- Maternal Grandparent
- Person on Record (16 or older)
- Parent
- Spouse
Do I Need to Notarize My Application?
Tracking
How to Track the Status of Your Birth Certificate
When you order with VRO, you can track the status of your application online as we handle it. VRO verifies your documents before sending them to the ADH-BVR for processing. You can also request mail tracking through VRO to monitor your application's progress to the ADH-BVR.
When manually mailing your request to the Arkansas Department of Health – Bureau of Vital Statistics (ADH-BVR), it is advised to use first-class mail with tracking to ensure it arrives.
ADH-BVR allows you to track the status of your birth certificate application once it has been received. You will get email notifications regarding any updates on the status of your order, including when it has been mailed to you. You can check the status at any time by entering your confirmation number on the status check page.
frequently asked questions
Other FAQs
Why Do I Need Certified Copies of My Arkansas Birth Certificate?
Birth certificates serve as an official record of a person's birth for establishing identity and citizenship, legal proceedings, and family matters. They are widely acknowledged and approved by both public and private organizations. Furthermore, birth certificates confirm essential details such as a person's legal name, birthplace, parents' names, and date of birth.
Birth certificates are often useful or required for:Applying for a driver's license
Applying for a new passport
Issuing or obtaining a Social Security Card
Applying for Social Security benefits
Claiming pension or insurance benefits
Genealogy research
Claiming family inheritance
Applying for a new job
Enrolling in school
Enlisting in military
Obtaining a marriage license
What Does an Arkansas Birth Certificate Look Like?
Birth certificates serve as an official record of a person's birth for establishing identity and citizenship, legal proceedings, and family matters. They are widely acknowledged and approved by both public and private organizations. Furthermore, birth certificates confirm essential details such as a person's legal name, birthplace, parents' names, and date of birth.
• Full Name of the Person: The full legal name of the person whose birth is being recorded.
• Date of Birth: The exact date of birth of the individual.
• Place of Birth: The city, county, and state where the birth took place.
• Parents’ Names: The full names of both parents, including the mother’s maiden name.
• State Seal: A raised, embossed, or printed multicolor or black and white seal of the issuing authority, which validates the document.
• Signature of State Registrar: The signature of the state registrar or authorized official responsible for issuing the certificate.
• Date of Issuance: The date when the state officially issued the birth certificate.
• Printed on Security Paper: Printed on specialized paper to prevent counterfeiting.
In some instances, a certified birth certificate may also include:
• Name of the Hospital where the birth was recorded.
• Name of the Physician who attended the labor.
How to Replace a Lost or Stolen Arkansas Birth Certificate
If you lose your birth certificate:
- Promptly report it to the police and request a replacement copy. If a birth certificate falls into the wrong hands, it can be used for identity fraud.
- Submit an application for a certified replacement copy in person, by mail, or online through VRO. You will need to complete the application, gather the required identification and documents, and pay the fees determined by the ADH.
a. For in-person applications: Present the completed application and required documents to the ADH office during hours of availability.
b. For applying by mail: Send your application, documents, and a check or money order for the replacement fee to the ADH at:
c. For online submissions: Complete the application and upload your documents through the VRO website (payable by credit card online).
- ADH will mail the certified copy(s) after processing.
How to Correct or Amend an Arkansas Birth Certificate
The Arkansas Department of Health has established procedures for amending birth certificates. Different forms must be filled out depending on what needs modification.
The requirements for requesting the changes or amendments vary depending on the specific circumstances of the amendment. In Arkansas, many amendments require a court order, typically requiring an attorney. Minor changes, however, usually do not require a court order.
The process of requesting the amendment usually will require:
- A completed amendment application;
- Supporting documentation;
- Appropriate fee(s);
How to Obtain an Apostille for an Arkansas Birth Certificate
Apostilles are necessary when you need to present a birth certificate to a foreign government. An apostille can authenticate birth certificates initially filed with the Arkansas Department of Health. Apostilles for Arkansas birth certificates can be obtained online through VRO or the Secretary of State’s office.
If you are manually sending your birth certificates, the following information is necessary:- The certified copy of your birth certificate.
- The Secretary of State’s Apostille/Certificate of Authentication Request Form was filled out correctly.
- A payment of $10.00 per document, payable via check or money order made to the Arkansas Secretary of State, or by including your credit card information in the request form
- Provide a self-addressed return envelope if you prefer the documents to be returned via express mail.
- Submit your Apostille request in person or by mail to the Secretary of State’s Business and Commercial Services Division at the following address: