Center for Health Statistics – Vital Records
Alabama Department of Public Health
Where Alabamians get certified birth certificates. Walk into any county health department in the state and most certificates are printed while you wait; mail orders take about 7–10 days. Search fee is $15, extra copies $6 each. ID is required for restricted records.
Who it's for
Anyone born in Alabama or their immediate family/legal representative
How to get in
Visit any Alabama county health department, or mail a request with check or money order payable to Center for Health Statistics
What to bring
Photo ID; $15 search fee ($6 per additional copy)
Services
ID & documents