Get your certified Nevada Birth Certificate

How to Get a Nevada Birth Certificate Without ID

If you do not have a primary ID accepted by Nevada DPBH-OVR, you can obtain a Nevada birth certificate by providing two secondary forms of identification. Acceptable items may include utility bills, bank statements, or other documents that verify your identity and residency. Review the table above for a complete list of secondary documents accepted by the DPBH-OVR.

How Long Does It Take to Process and Receive a Birth Certificate in Nevada?

The total time to receive a Nevada birth certificate replacement depends on how you submit your application and the volume of backlogged orders at the Nevada DPBH-OVR. While the DPBH does not explicitly mention processing times, some county offices define specific timelines.

Do I Need to Notarize My Application?

The Nevada DPBH-OVR generally does not require a notarized application for a Nevada birth certificate. However, specific third-party requests may require a notarized application.

Other FAQs

• How to Obtain a Nevada Birth Certificate if Born on an Overseas Military Base

  

  If you were born overseas on a US military base, your birth is recorded with the US Department of State. Since no birth certificate is on record with the state of Nevada, you would need to request a Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA or form FS-240) from the US Department of State. This document serves as evidence of US citizenship and is equivalent to a US birth certificate. The CRBA can be used as proof of birth and citizenship for various purposes, such as applying for a passport and other legal uses. If you need copies of the original birth certificate, contact the hospital where the birth occurred.

  Visit the US Department of State website for more information about requesting a Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA).

• Why Do I Need Certified Copies of My Nevada Birth Certificate?

  

  Certified copies of your Nevada birth certificate are essential state-issued documents recognized by both government and private institutions as official proof of identity. Birth certificates are necessary for various purposes, such as enrolling in school, obtaining a job, and traveling. Many government and private organizations also require them to handle legal matters and family-related issues.
  
  Birth certificates are often useful or required for:

  Applying for a driver's license

  Applying for a new passport

  Issuing or obtaining a Social Security Card

  Applying for Social Security benefits

  Claiming pension or insurance benefits

  Genealogy research

  Claiming family inheritance

  Applying for a new job

  Enrolling in school

  Enlisting in military

  Obtaining a marriage license

  
  

• What Does a Nevada Birth Certificate Look Like?

  

  The Nevada DPBH-OVR establishes specific rules for the appearance of birth certificates to ensure their authenticity. These documents can vary in design depending on the year of issuance and the issuing county. Standard features include a raised state seal, produced on secure paper, and vital details such as the parents' names, the date and place of birth, the registrar's signature, and a unique certificate number.

  • Full Name of the Person: The full legal name of the person whose birth is being recorded.

  • Date of Birth: The exact date of birth of the individual.

  • Place of Birth: The city, county, and state where the birth took place.

  • Parents’ Names: The full names of both parents, including the mother’s maiden name.

  • State Seal: A raised, embossed, or printed multicolor or black and white seal of the issuing authority, which validates the document.

  • Signature of State Registrar: The signature of the state registrar or authorized official responsible for issuing the certificate.

  • Date of Issuance: The date when the state officially issued the birth certificate.

  • Printed on Security Paper: Printed on specialized paper to prevent counterfeiting.

  In some instances, a certified birth certificate may also include:

  • Name of the Hospital where the birth was recorded.

  • Name of the Physician who attended the labor.

  
  

  

• How to Replace a Lost or Stolen Nevada Birth Certificate

  

  If you lose your birth certificate:

  1.Submit an application for a certified replacement copy in person, by mail, or online through VRO. You will need to complete the application, gather the required identification and documents, and pay the fees determined by the DPBH.

  a For in-person applications: Present the completed application and required documents to the Nevada DPBH-OVR.
  

  b. For applying by mail: Send your application, documents, and a check or money order for the replacement fee to the DPBH-OVR at:

  Department of Health and Human Services,
  Division of Public and Behavioral Health,
  Office of Vital Records

  4150 Technology Way, Suite 104,
  Carson City, NV 89706

  c. For online submissions: Complete the application and upload your documents through the VRO website (payable by credit card online).

  2. The DPBH-OVR will mail the certified copy(s) after processing.

• How to Correct or Amend a Nevada Birth Certificate

  

  The process and requirements for correcting or amending a Nevada birth certificate can vary depending on the specific changes needed. Generally, an addendum is created to make corrections or changes to the birth certificate, ensuring that the original record remains unchanged.

  Determine Eligibility: Birth certificate corrections in Nevada can only be requested by eligible individuals who meet specific criteria. This includes the person named on the birth certificate (if at least 18 years old), their parents, legal guardians, or authorized legal representatives. The request must be formalized through a notarized affidavit, ensuring the legitimacy of the correction request. Anyone signing the affidavit must be at least 18 years of age and provide proper identification to verify their eligibility to make the requested changes.

  Identify the type of changes: The Nevada DPBH-OVR handles various types of birth certificate amendments. These can include corrections to names, dates, places, parent information, and medical details. Each type of correction requires specific documentation and may have different requirements depending on who is requesting the change.

  The amendment process is restricted to eligible individuals, including those named on the birth certificate, their parents or legal guardians, or authorized legal representatives.

  For medical information corrections (such as birth date, time, sex, or facility name), only the medical certifier can initiate the request. All amendments require proper documentation, including affidavits and supporting evidence, to ensure the accuracy and legitimacy of the requested changes.

  When a Court Order is Required: For birth certificate amendments in Nevada, a court order from a court of competent jurisdiction is typically required for name changes on birth records for individuals older than 1 year and other significant name modifications. However, certain exceptions allow for using an affidavit instead, such as changing a middle name to an initial, an initial to a middle name, or modifying a child's last name when adding a father and changing it to match the father's surname. These requirements ensure the legal validity and proper documentation of all birth certificate amendments.

  To process the Affidavit for Correction of a Record form, submit all of the following items. Only complete submissions will be processed:

  1. Documents supporting the requested change: An affidavit and a supplemental affidavit are required. A court order may be submitted in place of the affidavit and supplemental affidavit. The Affidavit for Correction of a Record form must be notarized.
  2. Photo ID: Include a copy of a valid photo ID of the person signing the Affidavit for Correction of a Record form.
  3. Payment: Make payments payable to the Nevada Office of Vital Records.

  • The fee is $45.00, which includes one certified copy of the corrected Nevada birth certificate.
  • Additional amended copies of the birth certificates are $25.00 each.
  • Payment can be made by check, cashier's check, money order, or credit card. If paying by credit card, you must complete and submit an Authorization for Credit Card Use form and include a copy of the cardholder's valid ID.

  4. Submit the completed forms, documents, and payment to:

• How to Obtain an Apostille for a Nevada Birth Certificate

  

  To obtain an apostille for a Nevada birth certificate, you can order it directly through the Nevada Secretary of State or use VRO's Express Apostille Service for online ordering. Apostilles are often required when submitting a birth certificate to a foreign government that is part of the 1961 Hague Convention; however, they are only issued by the Nevada Secretary of State.

  If you are manually submitting a request for an apostille, complete the following steps:

  1. Obtain a Certified Copy of the Birth Certificate: Request a certified copy from the Nevada DPBH-OVR.
  2. Complete the Apostille Request Form: Download and complete the Apostille Request Form from the Nevada Secretary of State's website.
  3. Include Payment: Payment (check or money order, payable to the Nevada Secretary of State) for the apostille service fee of $20.00 for each document. (check the current fees for additional expedited options.)
  4. Prepare the Required Documents: For return shipping, use "Bill to Recipient" labels (not "Bill to Sender"). If no shipping is provided, documents will be returned via First-Class Mail International without tracking. When using self-addressed prepaid envelopes, the recipient's address can be used for both sender and recipient. FedEx requires typed address information.
  5. Submit the Application: Mail or deliver the Apostille Request Form, required documents, and payment to the Nevada Secretary of State's office.

  Mailing Address or Walk-in submissions: