Illinois Birth Certificate Application (Form VR 180) (VR 180)
Official state formForm VR 180Free downloadLast verified November 9, 2026
Form VR 180 is used to order a certified copy of an Illinois birth certificate from the Illinois Department of Public Health, Division of Vital Records, or from the county clerk where the birth occurred.
Who can use this form
- The person named on the record
- A parent shown on the record
- A legal guardian or legal representative with proof
What to send with it
- The completed and signed application
- A copy of your valid government-issued photo ID
- A notarized statement of permission (if applying for someone else and required)
- The state fee by check or money order payable to Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)
Where to send it
- Mail to
- Illinois Department of Public Health Division of Vital Records 110 W. Lawrence Avenue Springfield, IL 62704-2610
- State fee
- Not provided
- Typical processing
- About 12 weeks by mail
- Source
- Official government page