How do I obtain a copy of the new birth certificate if I live outside of Puerto Rico?
The government of Puerto Rico has launched an on-line application process for the new, more secure birth certificates, in an effort especially aimed at upgrading service for the Puerto Rican-born community living stateside. On-line applications for the new certificates are being accepted at www.pr.gov. Through the new on-line process, those seeking the new birth certificate will be able to complete the application, in English or Spanish, upload the necessary identification documents, such as a scanned copy of a driver’s license or U.S. passport, and pay for the new certificate via Visa or Master Card. The fee is $5, but will be waived for people over 60 and veterans. Applicants will receive a receipt of payment and information on how to check the status of their order. The on-line orders will be processed as they are received, and the new certificates will be shipped starting July 1, 2010. — Continued — Fact Sheet – Puerto Rico Birth Certificates Law 191 of 2009 (As Amended) Q: What
