What is a Michigan Birth Certificate?

• Proof of Identity: A birth certificate is often required when applying for a driver's license, passport, or other identification documents.
  
• School Enrollment: It is necessary for enrolling a child in school and for obtaining educational records.
• Social Services: Birth certificates are essential for accessing government benefits and social services.
• Marriage and Divorce: They are required when applying for a marriage license or when dealing with divorce proceedings.
• Employment: Some employers may request a birth certificate as part of their hiring process.
• Inheritance and Legal Matters: Birth certificates are needed in cases of inheritance, legal disputes, and other legal proceedings.

Who Can Obtain a Michigan Birth Certificate?

• The Individual Named on the Certificate: An individual can request their own birth certificate as long as they are of legal age or have the necessary authorization.
  
• Parents or Legal Guardians: Parents or legal guardians can request a birth certificate for their child.
• Spouse or Legal Representative: A spouse or legal representative may request a birth certificate if they have legal authorization.
• Government Agencies: Certain government agencies and institutions may request birth certificates for official purposes.

When Can a Michigan Birth Certificate Be Obtained?

Documents Required to Obtain a Michigan Birth Certificate

• Application Form: You will need to complete an official Michigan birth certificate application form. This form is often available as a downloadable PDF from the relevant government website.
  
• Proof of Identity: You may be required to provide a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license or passport.
• Proof of Relationship: If you are not the individual named on the birth certificate, you will need to provide proof of your relationship to the person named on the certificate, such as a marriage certificate or court order.
• Fees: There may be fees associated with obtaining a birth certificate, which can vary depending on the type of certificate and the method of application.

Michigan Birth Certificate Application pdf Download

• Visit the official website of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services or the Michigan Vital Records Office.
  
•   On the website, check the section related to vital records, birth certificate or forms.
• Inside this section, you should find a link or information about obtaining a birth certificate or application form.
• Click on the relevant link to access the PDF version of the Michigan Birth Certificate Application Form.
• Download and print the PDF form, and follow the instructions to complete your application correctly.

Michigan Birth Certificate Order by Mail

• Download and complete the application from the official website.
  
• Include a photocopy of your valid ID if required.
• Prepare the necessary fee as stated on the application.
• Mail the completed application, photocopy of your ID (if applicable), and the fee to the PO Box address listed on the application.
• Vital records fees are $34, and there may be optional RUSH fees and processing times indicated on the application.

Birth Certificate Application Order Online

• Visit www.VitalChek.com to order a record online.
  
• The fees for this service are $34.00 for the search, $14.00 for the VitalChek processing fee.
• There is also an optional $12.00 rush fee for expedited processing (this typically takes two weeks).
• If you need the record more urgently, you can opt for overnight delivery for an additional fee of $19.75, with delivery expected within 1-3 business days.
• Exemplified records, which may have special authentication requirements, are available for $42.00 plus a $14.00 VitalChek processing fee and an optional $25 rush fee.
• If you need an apostille for your request, this process can add an additional 1-2 weeks to the processing time.

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Michigan Birth Certificate Order by Phone

• You can place an order for a record by phone using VitalChek at 866-443-9897.
  
• The same processing and fees apply as for online orders.

Michigan Birth Certificate link And Details

Order Birth Certificates (for INSIDE the City Of Detroit)

• Order In-Person (BY APPOINTMENT ONLY [SEE ABOVE])
  
• Please visit our Birth & Death Records Division at:
• 400 Monroe Street, Suite 605
• Detroit, MI 48226
• Phone: (313) 202-7190
• Hours of operation:
• Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
• Order by Mail
• Please forward a written request
• (along with a copy of Driver's License or State I.D.) to:
• Wayne County Clerk's Office
• c/o City of Detroit Birth & Death Records Division
• 400 Monroe Street, Suite 605
• Detroit, MI 48226

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Order Birth Certificates (for OUTSIDE the City Of Detroit)

• Order In-Person By Appointment
  
• Or Order By Mail
• Wayne County Clerk's Office
• c/o Wayne County Birth and Death Records Division
• 400 Monroe St.
• Suite 610
• Detroit, MI 48226
• (313) 967-6938

Please Note - Michigan Birth Certificate

• All requests must be written in letter form and must include the signature, phone number, and return address of the individual requesting the record. Additionally, please include the DATE OF BIRTH, FULL NAME AT THE TIME OF BIRTH, and THE CITY OF BIRTH. Please note that valid identification is required [i.e. a driver's license or state I.D. card] for IN PERSON AND MAIL REQUESTS. If no such identification is available, two pieces of other I.D. that require a signature may be used [i.e. a social security card, voter registration card, passport, school I.D., and/or work I.D.]. Identification must be presented at the time of the request. And again, if you are sending a request by mail, A PHOTO-COPY OF YOUR I.D. MUST BE INCLUDED.
  
• Home births may be recorded in our DOWNTOWN office within one year of the birth only if it occurred in a city within Wayne County that DOES NOT register their own births. Otherwise, if a home birth occurred in a city that DOES register its own births, it must be recorded in that office.
• Forms for Acknowledgement of Paternity can only be obtained by coming to our DOWNTOWN office location. These forms are used to add the father's name to the birth certificate and/or change the child's name to the father's name.
• To make a change or correction to a Michigan Birth Certificate you must do so through the State of Michigan.
• Fees for obtaining a certified copy of a birth certificate are $24 for the first copy, and $7 for each additional copy of the same record. For senior citizens that are at least 65 years of age and are purchasing THEIR OWN birth certificate, the first certified copy is $2, and it is $3 for each additional copy of the same record. Mail requests must be paid for with a money order or certified check made out to the Wayne County Clerk. NO PERSONAL CHECKS!

What do I need in order to request a birth certificate?

• Valid Identification: You will need to provide valid identification to process the request. Typically, a driver's license or state ID card is acceptable. If you don't have one of these forms of ID, you can use two pieces of other identification with a valid signature. Examples of such ID include a social security card, voter registration card, passport, school ID, or work ID.
  
• Photocopy of Identification: If you are sending a request by mail, it's essential to include a photocopy of your valid ID along with your application.
• Authorized Requestors: Birth certificates in Michigan are not considered public records, and therefore, they can only be requested by the following individuals:- The individual named on the birth certificate. A parent who is named on the birth certificate. A legal guardian. A legal representative.
• Senior Citizens Discount: Senior citizens who are at least 65 years of age are eligible for a discount when obtaining their birth certificate. The first certified copy costs $2, and each additional copy of the same record costs $3. To qualify for this discount, senior citizens must present a valid state-issued ID. They also have the option of requesting a birth certificate via mail.

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