Delaware Birth Certificate Application
Official state formFree downloadLast verified November 9, 2026
Delaware's birth certificate replacement form is used to order a certified copy of a birth certificate from the Office of Vital Statistics, Division of Public Health, Delaware Department of Health and Social Services.
Who can use this form
- The person named on the record
- A spouse (marriage certificate required), child, parent or legal guardian
- A genealogist (proof required)
- An authorized agent, attorney or legal representative with proof of authorization
What to send with it
- The completed application
- A photocopy of your valid photo ID
- Proof of your relationship or authorization, if ordering for someone else
- The state fee by check or money order payable to Office of Vital Statistics
Where to send it
- Mail to
- Office of Vital Statistics Jesse S. Cooper Bldg. 417 Federal Street Dover, DE 19901
- State fee
- Not provided
- Typical processing
- About 2 to 5 weeks
- Source
- Official government page