If you need to obtain a birth certificate in Texas, you can apply for one from the Vital Statistics Unit of the Texas Department of State Health Services. You can also apply for a copy online.
The state issues two types of birth certificates: certified and uncertified. A certified copy is often required for things like applying for a passport or driver’s license. An uncertified version may be needed when you need proof of birth but do not need a certified copy to get government benefits or other official documents.
In order to get a birth certificate in Texas, you must complete an application form and submit it along with payment and any other required documents to the office in your county of residence.
The application form for a birth certificate must be filled out and signed by the person requesting it. If you are applying on behalf of someone else, you must provide proof that you have legal authority to do so. You may also need to submit documents such as an old birth certificate or a copy of your driver’s license (if the name has changed).
Texas Birth Certificate Online
You can apply for a Texas birth certificate online through the official website of the Texas Department of State Health Services. You must create an account with this agency and provide it with your name, email address, date of birth and social security number. After creating an account, you will be able to pay for your application using a credit card or eCheck. Once payment has been processed, you will receive instructions on how to complete the application form.
Once you have completed the application, you will need to print it out and take it to a nearby Vital Records office. You may also be required to provide proof of identity and residency in Texas.
There are also private companies that can help you to obtain a Texas birth certificate online. In many cases, people use these services when they need their birth certificate quickly or if they are having problems with the state’s online system.
