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Learn how to order certified copies of Connecticut Birth Certificates from the DPH-State Vital Records Office. The current processing time is up to 12 weeks, and the state's fee is $30.00 per certified copy. Town-issued certified copies cost $20.00 each. Authorized individuals include the person on record, specific family members, legal guardians, and authorized third parties.
You can order a Connecticut birth certificate in person or by mail from the Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH-State Vital Records Office) or online now through VRO. Before submitting a request, review and confirm the costs, eligibility, requirements, and current processing times.
Conveniently order certified copies of your Connecticut birth certificate online now through VRO with two simple steps:
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$29+ state fees
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required documents
Applicants must provide proof of identity to the DPH-State Vital Records Office when requesting certified copies of birth records. Review the table below for the required information and documents to order a birth certificate in Connecticut.
Primary ID Requirements Options | Secondary ID Requirements Options |
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U.S. Driver’s License/ID | Social Security Card |
If you cannot provide a valid, government-issued ID (such as a driver's license or passport), you may submit two secondary forms of identity accepted by the CDPH. Refer to the table above for secondary IDs.
Cost & fees
Total costs and fees will depend on the method of ordering a replacement Connecticut birth certificate. The DPH-State Vital Records Office charges a fee of $30.00 for each certified copy of a birth record, while certified copies issued by towns cost $20.00 each.
State Fee |
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$30.00 |
Rush Processing |
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Not offered |
Additional Copy |
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1 x $30.00 |
Processing time
The processing time for requesting a Connecticut replacement birth certificate is up to twelve (12) weeks, depending on the volume of requests. The total waiting time to receive a replacement can vary based on how you submit your application and specific requirements.
Processing Time |
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Up to 12 weeks |
Rush Processing Time |
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Not offered |
Some states include shipping. Some don’t. Create a secondary notice, or omit the statement about shipping being included or not included.
Authorization
In Connecticut, certified copies of birth certificates are restricted to the person on record and specific third parties with family or legal ties to the certificate holder. Note that all applicants must provide proof of identity with the application.
To request a birth certificate for someone other than yourself or your child, you must provide proof that verifies your relationship to the individual whose birth certificate you are requesting. Here are the requirements:
Confirm your eligibility to ensure authorization before submitting a request on behalf of the person on record.
Notarized applications or signatures are not required in Connecticut when requesting certified copies of birth certificates, regardless of whether the request is ordered online, by mail, or in person. The DPH-State Vital Records Office only requires notarized applications when requesting an amendment to a record.
Tracking
When you place your 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 Connecticut Department of Public Health (CDPH) for processing. You can also request mail tracking through VRO to monitor your application's progress to the state health department.
If you choose to manually mail your vital records request to the CDPH, it is recommended to purchase mail tracking to ensure it arrives. Once your certificate is mailed to you from the state office, they are not responsible for lost or misdirected certificates.
frequently asked questions
A birth certificate plays a crucial role in various aspects of life as an authoritative source of information regarding an individual's birth. It is universally recognized and accepted by both government and commercial entities. This document verifies an individual's legal name, place of birth, parents' names, and the individual's date of birth. These details are vital for legal proceedings, family matters, school enrollment, employment, and travel, making the birth certificate essential for life's most significant events.
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
An officially certified birth certificate will contain features to indicate the CDPH issues it. The appearance of an official birth certificate may differ depending on the year it was issued. It will often include key information to verify a person's identity and the legitimacy of their citizenship at birth. A long-form (official) birth certificate is used for legal purposes, whereas a short-form (informational) copy usually is not. The CDPH defines specific guidelines for counties that may use unique colors and layouts. In all cases, official birth certificates will generally display features such as:
• 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.
If you lose your birth certificate:
c. For online submissions: Complete the application and upload your documents through the VRO website (payable by credit card online).
If you need to make a change or correction to a Connecticut birth certificate, you must contact the Vital Records Office in the town where the event occurred. An amendment is required when a vital record is changed, and all amendment requests must be accompanied by proper documentation. No entity can alter the original document, so any changes are made as addendums.
The requirements for requesting an amendment vary depending on what changes need to be made and where the certificate was filed.
Typically, requests to correct or amend birth records will require the following:
Typographical or Clerical Errors:
Parents may request name corrections within 30 days of birth registration by submitting a written affidavit to the local registrar. After this period, corrections require documentation such as hospital records or baptismal certificates created before the child's eighth birthday.
Legal Name Changes:
Post-adoption or court-ordered name changes necessitate a certified court decree submitted to the State Vital Records Office. Gender designation amendments require a physician's affidavit confirming appropriate clinical treatment.
Paternity Additions:
Acknowledgment of paternity may be added via a notarized affidavit from both parents or a court order. Late registrations (more than one year post-birth) require genetic testing results and a judicial determination.
Apostilles are a special certificate that verifies the authenticity of a vital record for international use and is acceptable in countries that are part of the Hague Convention.
Apostilles are provided for birth certificates initially filed with the Connecticut Department of Health. Apostilles for Connecticut birth certificates must be requested through the Connecticut Secretary of State. Alternatively, you can submit a request online using VRO’s Apostille Express Service.
If you are manually submitting your birth certificate to the Secretary of State, you will need to provide the following:
Express courier (UPS, DHL, FedEx):
Standard mail (only USPS):
EXPEDITED SERVICE: your orders will be processed and mailed within 24 hours of receipt from the Management Support Services department. Note that adoption documents cannot be expedited. If any documents are rejected, you will forfeit the expedited fee of $90.00.