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Pennsylvania Application for a Birth Certificate with Fees Waived for a Person Experiencing Homelessness (HD1106F-H)

Official state formOther copy requestsForm HD1106F-HFree downloadLast verified November 10, 2026

Application for one Pennsylvania birth certificate at no charge for a person experiencing homelessness, supported by an advocate. Apply in person at a Vital Records branch office or mail it to the Division of Vital Records in New Castle.

Who can use this form

  • The person named on the birth record, at least 16 years old or emancipated
  • A parent, for a child currently in the parent's care
  • An advocate must also sign: a facility director, social worker or attorney

What to send with it

  • Completed application signed by the applicant and the advocate
  • The applicant's photo ID, valid or expired, if the applicant has one
  • The advocate's valid government-issued photo ID
  • A letter on the organization's official stationery that confirms its mailing address, the advocate's affiliation and the advocate's connection to the applicant

Where to send it

Mail to
Department of Health Division of Vital Records PO Box 1528 New Castle, PA 16103
State fee
Fee waived for one copy. The applicant attests to being unable to pay the $20 fee.
Typical processing
Same day to five days when ordered in person at a Vital Records branch office
Form revision
REV 07/22
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