Request a Birth Certificate
-
Get a Copy of a Birth Certificate
New York State Department of Health can provide copies of birth certificates for individuals born outside of NYC’s five boroughs.
-
Obtain a New York City Birth Certificate, opens in new window
Born in NYC? Get a copy of a birth certificate, correct or change a birth certificate, or check the status of a request.
-
Obtain an Original Pre-Adoption Birth Certificate, opens in new window
Pre-adoption birth certificates can be ordered online through the New York State Department of Health.
Request Marriage or Divorce Records
-
Get a Copy of Your Marriage Certificate, opens in new window
Marriage certificates, excluding New York City, can be ordered through the New York State Department of Health.
-
Get Your New York City Marriage Certificate, opens in new window
Marriage certificates in New York City are available through the NYC city clerk.
-
Get a Divorce Certificate, opens in new window
Request a copy of your divorce certificate through the New York State Department of Heath.
Request a Death Certificate
-
Get a Copy of a Death Certificate, opens in new window
Obtain a copy of a death certificate for New York State, excluding New York City.
-
Get a New York City Death Certificate, opens in new window
Request a copy of a death certificate for deaths that occurred in New York City.
-
Obtain a Fetal Death or Still Birth Certificate, opens in new window
Individuals experiencing pregnancy loss may request a Fetal Death or Still Birth Certificate.
Change Your Name
-
Legally Change Your Name, opens in new window
Learn the legal steps required to change your name in New York State.
Veteran ID Card
-
Get Your Veteran Identification Card, opens in new window
Find out how to receive your Veteran Identification Card for use at VA medical facilities, issued to Veterans eligible for VA medical benefits.
Replace Personal Records
-
Request Court Records and Case Information, opens in new window
Learn how to obtain different types of court records and case information.
-
Request Your Criminal History Record, opens in new window
Find out how to request your criminal history record.