Mississippi Birth Records

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

Those searching for birth records from the state of Mississippi are on the track of a true wealth of information, even if they're only searching for their own birth record.

In Mississippi, birth records are maintained by the Vital Records Office, which is part of the Mississippi State Department of Health. This organization has records dating back to 1912.

Mississippi Code 41-57-2 governs who is allowed to access birth records and other vital records; those with a specific question should consult this legislation, or the Rules Governing the Registration and Certification of Vital Events, which details procedures followed by the Vital Records Office.

While requests are accepted in person and through the mail, both of these methods can be inconvenient and frequently result in long waiting period. Those needing information on a shorter time scale may be able to get exactly what they need by using an online public records finder, which should help them find Mississippi birth records in a much more convenient fashion.

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