Alabama Birth Records

To begin, add a birth record or view a list of locations and resources for Alabama birth records.

When researching birth records in the state of Alabama, there are a few rules regarding public records that are important to know. Most of these points are fairly simple, but anyone interested in researching or accessing vital records, more commonly known as public records, can and should read more about Alabama's laws as detailed in Code 22-9A-21[1975].

Birth certificates are usually not immediately counted as public records, and in Alabama this information becomes available 125 years after the date of birth. During this time, access to the certificate is granted only to the person, as well as certain members of his or her immediate family.

Though the state of Alabama only started keeping a record of births in 1908, it is often possible to find information about persons born before this date directly through the county board.

To receive a birth certificate fill out the Alabama Birth Certificate Mail-in Form. Mail your application to:

Alabama birth certificates are available for each person born in Alabama, from 1908 to today. They are considered private records and are restricted as to who may obtain them. Only the named person, parents, spouse, children siblings, a legal representative of someone who is eligible to receive it may by law, receive it. The cost is $12.00, with each additional copy being an additional $4.00. You may obtain a copy by requesting and paying for it by mail. You will need to provide personal information that will help make sure the proper Alabama birth certificate is provided. You may also apply in person or over the Internet. For more information visit: Alabama Department of Public Health