Order official Indiana Birth Certificates and Vital Records online

How do I get an Indiana birth certificate?

In the state of Indiana, the Indiana State Department of Health is responsible for maintaining vital records, including birth certificates. Here's what you need to know to order a birth certificate or other vital records in Indiana:

• Requirements

To order a birth certificate, you must be the person named on the certificate, an immediate family member, or have a court order.

You will need to provide proof of your identity, such as a valid government-issued photo ID, when ordering a birth certificate.

The cost for a certified copy of a birth certificate is $17.

• Procedure

To order a birth certificate or other vital records, you can visit the Indiana State Department of Health's website and order online, or you can order by mail.

If ordering by mail, you will need to complete an application form and send it, along with a check or money order for the appropriate fee, to the Indiana State Department of Health.

If ordering online, you will need to create an account and follow the instructions provided to order your birth certificate or other vital records.

You can also order a birth certificate in person at one of the local health departments in Indiana.

• Processing Time

It can take up to 20 business days to process a request for a birth certificate in Indiana. Expedited service is available for an additional fee.

If you have any questions or concerns about ordering a birth certificate or other vital records in Indiana, you can contact the Indiana State Department of Health Vital Records Division by phone at (317) 233-2700 or by email at vitalrecords@isdh.in.gov.