VIRGINIA BIRTH CERTIFICATE
Which Method Should You Choose?
Two Ways to Get a Birth Certificate in Virginia
The Old-Fashioned Way:
First, you must download and fill out the state’s application form. You will be expected to provide a legible copy of your ID; please note the list of acceptable identifying documents printed on the form.
Each Virginia birth certificate copy costs $12. Make out a check or money order payable to State Health Department.
Mail the above to the following address:
Office of Vital Records
P.O. Box 1000
Richmond, VA 23218-1000
Turnaround time is around 1-2 weeks from the time the request is received.
The New Way:
There is another method to order birth certificates in Virginia, however—and it’s much quicker and easier than the old-fashioned way. As a matter of fact, the online ordering form on FastBirthCertificates.com takes only about five minutes to complete. Once your application has been submitted, we’ll keep you informed about the status of your order, up until the time you receive your Virginia birth certificates, which will be sent via email. Our error checking service helps eliminate complications in the ordering process. It’s a no-hassle way to obtain birth certificates—no paperwork required!
The Old-Fashioned Way:
First, you must download and fill out the state’s application form. You will be expected to provide a legible copy of your ID; please note the list of acceptable identifying documents printed on the form.
Each Virginia birth certificate copy costs $12. Make out a check or money order payable to State Health Department.
Mail the above to the following address:
Office of Vital Records
P.O. Box 1000
Richmond, VA 23218-1000
Turnaround time is around 1-2 weeks from the time the request is received.
The New Way:
There is another method to order birth certificates in Virginia, however—and it’s much quicker and easier than the old-fashioned way. As a matter of fact, the online ordering form on FastBirthCertificates.com takes only about five minutes to complete. Once your application has been submitted, we’ll keep you informed about the status of your order, up until the time you receive your Virginia birth certificates, which will be sent via email. Our error checking service helps eliminate complications in the ordering process. It’s a no-hassle way to obtain birth certificates—no paperwork required!
What You'll Need?
Virginia requires the applicant to submit identification, a signature, and a date in order to receive a birth certificate. Identification must be government issued, such as a driver license, state ID, or passport.
Virginia will only ship the certificate to the address listed on the ID. If shipping to that address is not an option, please let us know! Instructions are below:
*If you do not have ID please let us know through our contact us form. Please do not send documents to this email.
**Please place your order before sending us this information. The below is listed for your reference and pre-preparation only. This information will be available again once your order is placed at which time we will need you to submit your identification, signature and date.**
Email: [email protected]
Or text to (415) 633-6473
355 Columbus Ave. #4
San Francisco, CA 94133
As soon as we receive this documentation we will respond to let you know!
Virginia will only ship the certificate to the address listed on the ID. If shipping to that address is not an option, please let us know! Instructions are below:
*If you do not have ID please let us know through our contact us form. Please do not send documents to this email.
**Please place your order before sending us this information. The below is listed for your reference and pre-preparation only. This information will be available again once your order is placed at which time we will need you to submit your identification, signature and date.**
- Email or text message instructions (best option): Sign AND DATE a plain piece of paper, and place your government issued ID under or next to the signature. Take a photo of the ID/signature with a smartphone or camera, and email that to us or text it to us. Alternatively, you may scan and email the ID/signature to us if you'd like. We will respond to let you know we got it. PLEASE DO NOT FORGET THE DATE!
Email: [email protected]
Or text to (415) 633-6473
- Fax instructions (less preferred): Sign AND date a plain piece of paper, and place your government issued ID under or next to the signature. Enlarge and lighten the ID by 300%, and fax to 415.549.8691. This method tends to be less effective than than emailing.
- Mail instructions (last resort): Mail a copy of your government issued ID with a signature AND date to us (Please note that this copy will not be returned to you.
355 Columbus Ave. #4
San Francisco, CA 94133
As soon as we receive this documentation we will respond to let you know!
How Much Will It Cost?
Virginia Government Standard Processing
Streamlined Virginia Processing with FastBirthCertificates.com
- State tax may be applied where applicable
- We offer free standard shipping or trackable UPS Overnight shipping for an additional $20.00 (overnight shipping takes place after the estimated processing time listed above is complete)
- State/Government Fee = $33.00
Streamlined Virginia Processing with FastBirthCertificates.com
- Immediate Processing Option
- $33.00 (state/government fee) + $99.95 = $132.95
- 4 to 6 business day estimated processing
- Expedited Processing Option
- $33.00 (state/government fee) + $69.95 = $102.95
- 10 to 14 business day estimated processing
- Standard Processing Option
- $33.00 (state/government fee) + $39.95 = $72.95
- 20 to 30 business day estimated processing
- State tax may be applied where applicable
- We offer free standard shipping or trackable UPS Overnight shipping for an additional $20.00 (overnight shipping takes place after the estimated processing time listed above is complete)