Get your certified Wyoming Birth Certificate

How to Get a Wyoming Birth Certificate Without ID

If you don't have a valid ID, you can still get a Wyoming birth certificate if your ID expired less than 60 days ago. The WDH-VSS accepts a notarized signature as proof of identity. However, proof of ID is also required when using the notary public. If you don't have an accepted form of ID, contact the WDH-VSS for more information.

Alternatively, authorized third parties may submit the request on your behalf if they can provide proof of identity and relationship to you.

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

The standard processing time, determined by the WDH, is 3 to 5 business days. The time to receive your Wyoming birth certificate depends on your application submission method and the volume of requests WDH-VSS receives. You can include a self-addressed expedited shipping label for faster delivery during your application process.

Do I Need to Notarize My Application?

A notarized application is not required with the submission; however, a notarized signature will waive the need for a valid, government-issued ID.

Other FAQs

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

  

  If you were born overseas on a military base, you would not have a birth certificate in Wyoming; the birth would have been recorded with the U.S. Department of State. In this case, you must request a Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) through the U.S. Department of State by completing form FS-240.

  The CRBA is equivalent to a U.S. birth certificate, serving as evidence of U.S. citizenship. It can be used for various purposes, including passport applications and accessing social services.

  For original copies of a foreign birth certificate, you must contact the hospital in the country where the birth occurred.

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

  

  Certified copies of a Wyoming birth certificate are vital for various milestones in life. They provide information about your legal name, date, place of birth, and parents' names to establish your identity and citizenship. Government agencies and businesses accept certified copies of birth certificates necessary for numerous legal matters, family affairs, 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 Wyoming Birth Certificate Look Like?

  

  The appearance of official birth certificates issued by the WDH-VSS may vary depending on the year of issue. Nevertheless, they will display distinct features to ensure authenticity. Official birth certificates must adhere to state guidelines, including standard features such as the state seal, individual's name, registrar's signature, and secure paper.

  Note that official (long-form) birth certificates are used explicitly for legal purposes and are distinct from informational (short-form) copies 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 Wyoming 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 WDH-VSS.
     a. For in-person applications: Present the completed application and required documents to the WDH Vital Statistics Services office 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 WDH-VSS at:
     Vital Statistics Services
     2300 Capitol Avenue,
     Hathaway Building,
     Cheyenne, WY
     82002
     c. For online submissions: Complete the application and upload your documents through the VRO website (payable by credit card online).
  2. The WDH-VSS will mail the certified copy(s) after processing.

• How to Correct or Amend a Wyoming Birth Certificate

  

  The process for correcting or amending a Wyoming birth certificate varies depending on the changes required. An addendum is a supplement issued to correct or change a birth certificate, ensuring the original record remains unaltered.

  Typically, amendments to Wyoming birth certificates will require:

  1. A completed amendment application: Wyoming Application for Correction form.
  2. Supporting documentation: Wisconsin DHS documentary evidence includes the following:
     - Hospital Record – The person in charge of medical records must certify that they are correct.
     - Baptismal, Cradle Roll, or other Church Record – A certificate issued at the time of the baptism, confirmation, or blessing. You must send the original record.
     - Physician's Record – The doctor must sign the record certifying that it is correct.
     - School Records – An elementary school enrollment record is preferred. The copy must be certified, signed, and dated by the person in charge of the official school records.
     - Social Security Administration Record
     - Marriage Record or Application – A certified copy of the marriage license application or certificate may be accepted if it gives the required information.
  3. Appropriate fee(s): The costs depend on the specific changes requested for the birth record. See the Wyoming Application for Correction form for fees.

• How to Obtain an Apostille for a Wyoming Birth Certificate

  

  To obtain an apostille for a Wyoming birth certificate, you can order directly through the Wyoming Secretary of State or take advantage of VRO's Express Apostille Service for online orders. Apostilles are issued by the Wyoming Secretary of State when a birth certificate must be submitted to a foreign government as part of the 1961 Hague Convention.

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

  1. Obtain a Certified Copy of the Birth Certificate: You need a certified copy of your birth certificate from the Wyoming Department of Health, Vital Statistics Services (WDH-VSS).
  2. Complete the Apostille Request Form: Obtain and complete the Apostille Request Form from the Wyoming Secretary of State.
  3. Pay the Required Fee: Include the fee ($20.00 per document) for the apostille service. Payment methods may include a check or money order issued to the Wyoming Secretary of State.
  4. Submit the Request Form and Documents: Submit the completed request form, the certified birth certificate, and the appropriate fee to the Wyoming Secretary of State at the following address:

  Submit via Mail or In Person (standard or express courier: UPS, DHL, FedEx)