Vital records document life events such as birth, death, marriage, and divorce. To order records online, you’ll need to have a valid ID, complete an online application, and pay a fee.
Use the links below to go directly to a service or agency page.
You can use a copy of your birth certificate to verify your identity when getting a REAL ID.
Our state agencies can help you get the vital records you need.
Only you, your immediate family members, and certain individuals with legal authority can request your vital records.
A birth certificate is a certified copy of a birth record. Order a copy by: Providing valid identification, Filling out an application, and Paying a fee.
Order a copy of a death certificate by providing a valid ID, filling out an application online, by mail or in-person, and paying a fee.
A verification letter indicates if a birth or death is on file in Texas. The record, if available, will include the name, date of birth or death, and county of birth or death.
Many forms of ID qualify for ordering vital records.
Payment methods vary based on order request (online, by mail or in-person). Acceptable forms of payment include: Check or cashier's check, Money order, and Credit or debit card.
Asking to correct or change a record requires certain documentation.
If a birth happened in Texas and it wasn’t registered within the first year, you can ask for a delayed birth certificate.