Illinois Birth Records

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

How You Can Get an Illinois Birth Record

Illinois birth records are not part of the public record, and therefore, they can only be accessed by certain persons. You will need an Illinois birth record as a form of identification for passports, jobs, school, and more.

How Illinois Birth Records are Made Available

If you are eligible to receive Illinois birth records, then there are multiple ways that you can request them. They can be ordered online, by mail, by fax, and in person. Keep in mind that there may be additional charges for certain ordering methods.

Illinois Birth Records Are Not Public

Because Illinois birth records are considered confidential and not part of the public record, their access is limited. To be able to access a record, you must be the person listed on the record and at least 18 years of age, the parent listed on the record, or the legal guardian or representative of the person on the record. Proof of identity is required.