How do I obtain a birth certificate from California?
California Birth RecordsTo obtain an original birth certificate in California dating back to July 1905, contact the Office of Vital Records, CA Department of Public Health, MS: 5103, PO Box 997410, Sacramento, CA, 95899. A check or money order in the amount of $14 should be made payable to Office of Vital Records. A notarized application, photo ID and signature will be required to obtain the birth record.Earlier RecordsTo find birth records that occurred before July 1905, contact the County Recorder in the county where the person was born.Additional Contact InformationVerify current fees by calling 916-445-2684. Additional information is available on the agency’s web site at www.cdph.ca.gov.Source:Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Where to Write for Vital RecordsCalifornia Dept.
