Louisiana Birth Certificate Application (VR Form S1) (VR Form S1)
Official state formForm VR Form S1Free downloadLast verified November 9, 2026
Combined birth and death application for ordering a certified copy of a Louisiana birth certificate. It is submitted to Louisiana Vital Records, part of the Louisiana Department of Health, Office of Public Health.
Who can use this form
- The person named on the certificate
- A parent, child, spouse, brother or sister
- A grandparent or grandchild
- A legal guardian or legal representative with documentation
What to send with it
- The completed and signed application
- A copy of your federal or state photo ID
- Payment by check or money order payable to Louisiana Vital Records
Where to send it
- Mail to
- Louisiana Health Department Vital Records Office P.O. Box 60630 New Orleans, LA 70160
- State fee
- $15 per certified copy
- Typical processing
- About 8 to 10 weeks
- Source
- Official government page