Florida birth certificates are issued through the Bureau of Vital Statistics at the Department of Health. Orders may be placed online, by mail, or in-person.
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Order in-Person or by Mail
The Pinellas County Tax Collector’s offices at the following locations are now officially issuing Florida birth certificates:
- St. Petersburg: 2500 34th St. N.
- Clearwater: 29399 U.S. Highway 19 N.
To find out more about the hours of operation and additional fees, customers can contact their office at 727-464-7777.
You will need the following information:
A valid form of photo identification such as a driver’s license, state-issued ID, passport, or military ID. All identification must be valid (can not be expired.) For mailed requests, please provide a clear, readable photocopy.
You will also need to complete a Birth Certificate Application Form (English or Spanish), including the person’s full name, date of birth, county of birth, mother’s full name (including maiden name), and father’s full name.
You can mail your request to our Mid-County location.
Fees
- Birth Certificate – $13
- Additional Certificate – $8
- Notary – $10
- Rush – $5
- Certificate Protective Sheath – $2
Additional Information
| Birth Certificates Prior to 1930 | Must be requested from the Florida Department of Health’s Bureau of Vital Statistics in Jacksonville |
| Birth Records Under Seal | Must be requested from the Florida Department of Health’s Bureau of Vital Statistics in Jacksonville |
| Birth Records from Other States | Visit the National Center for Health Statistics |
| Birth Records from Outside of the U.S. | Visit the U.S. Department of State |