South Carolina Birth Records

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

How To Order South Carolina Birth Records

For those persons who need copies of South Carolina birth records, they can be obtained through the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control. The Department offers several ordering methods for your convenience.

Convenient Ordering Methods

There are three different ways that you can order South Carolina birth records. You can visit the state office in person, which generally takes about 45 minutes to process your request. You can mail in an application, which has a 2-4 week delivery time for standard orders or 3-5 business days for expedited orders. Or you can also order by phone and online through an independent company. These orders take about 5-7 business days and are subject to an additional fee.

Record Access is Restricted

Access to South Carolina birth records is restricted. You will only be able to obtain a copy if you are at least 18 years of age and the person listed on the certificate, a parent listed on the certificate, or a legal representative.