How Do You Obtain A Copy Of A Birth Certificate In Mississippi?
A birth certificate is a vital piece of paperwork as a form of identification or citizenship. If you lose your birth certificate or it is destroyed in an accident, you can get it replaced. The precise replacement procedures can vary depending on which state issued the birth certificate. To specifically obtain a Mississippi birth certificate, you must contact the Mississippi State Department of Health and formally request a copy; however, it will involve a fee and a waiting period. Print out a copy of the Application for Certified Mississippi Birth Certificate (see Resources). Fill it out completely and make sure you don’t miss anything or it will further delay the process. Write a check or money order to Mississippi Vital Records for $15 (as of 2010) for the first birth certificate copy you want and $5 for each additional copy. Send your completed application, copy of your photo ID and the payment to: Mississippi Vital Records, P.O. Box 1700, Jackson, MS 39215-1700. Contact the office
