Get your certified Utah Birth Certificate

How to Get a Utah Birth Certificate Without ID

If you do not have a valid primary ID, you can submit two forms of secondary identification listed in the table above. Examples of accepted secondary IDs include an employee ID card, a student ID card, a social security card, or a utility bill. Alternatively, you can have an authorized third party request the birth certificate on your behalf.

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

The time it takes to receive your Utah birth certificate depends on the method of application you use and the current wait times set by the Utah Department of Health. Standard processing typically takes at least 3 weeks, while rush processing can be completed by the next business day through the UDOH-OVRS website. To avoid delays, we recommend using VRO’s easy online service, which helps prevent incomplete submissions and errors.

Do I Need to Notarize My Application?

A notary is generally not required to obtain authorized copies of Utah vital records. A photocopy of your ID is sufficient to verify your identity.

Other FAQs

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

  

  If you were born overseas on a U.S. military base, your birth would have been recorded with the U.S. Department of State rather than the state of Utah. You can request a Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) or form FS-240 from the U.S. Department of State. The CRBA is the equivalent of a U.S. birth certificate and serves as evidence of U.S. citizenship. The CRBA can be used for legal purposes such as applying for a passport or accessing social services.

  For original copies of your birth certificate, contact the hospital in the country where the birth took place.

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

  

  Certified copies of your Utah birth certificate are critical for many of life's milestones. A birth certificate establishes legal proof of your identity and citizenship, with important information such as your legal name, place and date of birth, and parent's names. Certified birth certificates can be required for various legal proceedings, family matters, school enrollment, employment, and travel.
  
  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 Utah Birth Certificate Look Like?

  

  Official birth certificates issued by the Utah Department of Health (UDOH) have unique features to ensure their authenticity. The appearance of these certificates can vary depending on the year of issue. Still, they all adhere to state guidelines that stipulate standard features such as the state seal, the individual's name, the registrar's signature, and the use of secure paper. These certificates contain essential information about the individual's identity and citizenship. Note that official (long-form) birth certificates are specifically intended for legal purposes and differ from informational (short-form) copies, which are typically used for personal or commemorative reasons.

  • 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 Utah Birth Certificate

  

  If you lose your birth certificate:

  1. Apply for a certified replacement copy in person, by mail, or online through VRO. You must complete the application, gather the required identification and documents, and pay the fees determined by the Utah Department of Health (UDOH).
     a. For in-person applications: Present the completed application and required documents to a county health department during hours of operation.
     b. For applying by mail: Send your application, documents, and a check or money order for the replacement fee to the UDOH at:
     Vital Records
     PO Box 141012, Salt Lake City UT 84114-1012
     c. For online submissions: Complete the application and upload your documents through the VRO website (payable by credit card online).
  2. The UDOH will mail the certified copy(s) after processing.

• How to Correct or Amend a Utah Birth Certificate

  

  An affidavit or court order is required to amend a Utah birth certificate. The process and requirements may vary based on the specific changes needed. When an amendment is made, the record status changes from "registered" to "amended," and an Amendment History is added as a second page.

  Typically, amendments to Utah birth certificates will require:

  1. A completed amendment application:
     a. Affidavit to Amend a Record form to be signed by two qualifying witnesses (parents or immediate family members) OR
     b. Amendment of a Record by Court Order signed by record holder (if over 18 years) or parent, guardian, or lawyer (if under age).
  2. Supporting documentation: Submit evidence that directly supports the asserted facts. The evidence must accompany the affidavit.
  3. Appropriate fee(s): Amendment fees vary by application form. A copy of the amended birth certificate is $22.00, and $10.00 for each additional copy requested during the same order.

• How to Obtain an Apostille for a Utah Birth Certificate

  

  To obtain an apostille for a Utah birth certificate, you can order it directly through the Lt. Governor’s office or use VRO’s Express Apostille Service for online orders. The apostilles are issued by the Utah Secretary of State and are typically required when submitting a birth certificate to a foreign government as part of the 1961 Hague Convention.

  To manually obtain an apostille for a Utah birth certificate, complete the following steps:

  1. Obtain a certified copy of the birth certificate from the Utah Department of Health (UDOH).
  2. Complete the Apostille Request Form available on the Utah Lt. Governor's office website.
  3. Gather the required documents, including the certified birth certificate and the completed Apostille Request Form. Provide a prepaid envelope for mail tracking and international shipping options.
  4. Prepare the appropriate fee for the apostille service. For standard (3-5 day) processing, the cost is $20 per document. One-day processing is available for $55.00 per document, and 2-hour processing is available for $95.00 per document. Checks and money orders should be made payable to the State of Utah. Note that same-day processing must include a FedEx prepaid envelope.
  5. Mail or deliver the documents to the Utah Secretary of State's office at the following addresses:

  Physical Address: (appointment only); Or for UPS, FedEx Delivery:

  For USPS: