Minnesota Birth Records

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

Finding Minnesota birth records can seem a bit complicated, but a few facts make it easier to understand. In Minnesota, birth records are maintained by the Minnesota Department of Health. This organization maintains records from 1900 to the present day. Even older records may be available, but are under the jurisdiction of the county where the event took place.

In Minnesota birth records are interesting in terms of legal status. Minnesota Statutes, section 144.225 states that, essentially, there are two kinds of birth records in Minnesota. Certified birth records are available only to the family or those with tangible interest. However, the public is allowed to order non-certified copies, which, while not valid, do have most of the same information. This is great news for genealogists and other researchers.

If searching for a Minnesota birth record, you can submit a written request, but by far the fastest way to get the answers you need is to use an internet records search to speed up your results and make things more convenient.

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