Michigan Birth Records

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

In Michigan, birth records can be rather valuable, and easy to find if you know where to look. In Michigan, vital records are maintained on the state level by the Michigan Vital Records Office, a Division of the Department of Community Health. With records dating back to 1867, there's a great chance this agency has the records that you're looking for, although earlier records may not have been reported to the state.

In general, Michigan allows all researchers to obtain birth records that are more than 100 years old. Michigan law MCL 333.2882(1) determines who is eligible to receive more recent certificates.

While there are many ways to order Michigan birth records, perhaps the easiest and most convenient way is to use the internet, and an online public records finder. This way you can get what you need in a small amount of time, and possible find other valuable documents as well.

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

Michigan birth certificates are available dating back to 1867. There is a small non-refundable fee of $26.00, which may be paid with either money order or check. Michigan birth records are considered confidential, and in order to obtain one you must prove to be eligible with either relationship or legal necessity. You must also provide a copy of your photo ID. For more information visit: Michigan Department of Community Health