Virginia Birth Records

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

Birth records from Virginia can be considered in two lights. For one thing, they are important documents in daily life, especially in several legal contexts. But beyond this, Virginia birth records are also a fantastic source of historical information.

As an example, the Division of Vital Records in Virginia has birth records that date back to 1853. Interestingly, though, the Division of Vital Records doesn't have records from 1896 to June 1914. However, aside from this gap in coverage, records can be requested from most of the last 150 years.

While records can be ordered through written requests to the office in question, this method can sometimes result in a long waiting period that may end when you find out that your application was improperly filled out or that your search was ineffective. However, by using internet public records finders, you may be able to find Virginia birth records in less time while also making the search process more convenient.

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

The state of Virginia has birth records from the years1853 to 1896, and from 1912 to the present. You may request Virginia birth certificates by contacting the state for any of those years. There is a fee of $12.00, which may be paid with personal check or money order. For more information visit: Virginia Department of Health