District of Columbia Birth Certificate Application
Official state formFree downloadLast verified November 9, 2026
This application is used to request a certified copy of a District of Columbia birth certificate from the DC Department of Health, Vital Records Division. Mail applications are handled through VitalChek mail services.
Who can use this form
- A parent named on the certificate
- The person named on the certificate, if an adult
- A sibling, grandparent or adult child, with proof of the relationship
- A legal guardian or custodian with a certified court order
- An attorney, social worker or power of attorney holder with required documents
What to send with it
- The completed and signed application
- One primary photo ID and at least two secondary IDs (copies)
- Proof of relationship or legal need, if you are not named on the certificate
- A check or money order payable to VITALCHEK (no cash), or card details
Where to send it
- Mail to
- Vital Record Mail Services ATTN: DC Vital Records P.O. Box 222130 El Paso, TX 79913
- State fee
- $23 per certified copy
- Typical processing
- About 2 to 4 weeks
- Source
- Official government page