New jersey birth certificate

To obtain a birth certificate in New Jersey, you can follow these steps:

Who can request a birth certificate:

• The person named on the birth certificate (if 18 years or older)
• A parent or legal guardian of the person named on the birth certificate
• A legal representative of the person named on the birth certificate (with proper documentation)

How to request a birth certificate:

1. Online: You can request a birth certificate online through the New Jersey Department of Health's Vital Records website. You will need to create an account and provide the required information.
2. Mail: You can also request a birth certificate by mail by completing the Application for Birth Certificate (Form VS-16) and sending it to: New Jersey Department of Health Vital Records Trenton, NJ 08625-0315

Required information:

• Full name of the person named on the birth certificate
• Date of birth
• Place of birth (city, county, and state)
• Mother's maiden name
• Father's name (if available)
• Your relationship to the person named on the birth certificate
• Your signature (if requesting the birth certificate for yourself)

Fees:

• The fee for a certified birth certificate is $25.00
• The fee for a certified copy of a birth certificate with apostille or authentication is $35.00
• The fee for a certified copy of a birth certificate with a raised seal is $25.00

Processing time:

• Online requests: 7-10 business days
• Mail requests: 10-14 business days

Additional information:

• If you are requesting a birth certificate for a stillborn child, you will need to provide a copy of the stillbirth certificate.
• If you are requesting a birth certificate for a child who was adopted, you will need to provide a copy of the adoption decree.
• If you are requesting a birth certificate for a child who was born in a hospital, you may need to provide a copy of the hospital's birth record.

Contact information:

New Jersey Department of Health Vital Records Trenton, NJ 08625-0315 Phone: (609) 292-1488 Email: [email protected]

Please note that the New Jersey Department of Health may require additional documentation or information to process your request.