Get a Birth Certificate in Arapahoe County, Colorado in 5 Minutes

If you've ever needed to obtain a passport or apply for government benefits, you have to show proof of identity. To do that, you need to provide your birth certificate. A birth certificate is the ultimate form of identification. You can prove your age, citizenship status, and identity with a birth certificate.

Unfortunately, if you lose your birth certificate, it can be a hassle trying to get a copy.

Getting a certified copy of a birth certificate in Arapahoe County, Colorado, you must complete several tedious steps. This can take a very long time. However, there's an easier way to get a copy of your birth certificate that won't take up too much of your time.

DoNotPay provides a faster, more convenient, and less frustrating way to obtain a copy of your birth certificate.

Who's Qualified to Get a Birth Certificate Copy in Arapahoe County, Colorado?

Here's a list of who's eligible to order a copy of a birth certificate in Arapahoe County, Colorado.

• The person named on the birth certificate
• An immediate family member (proof of relationship is required)
• representatives of the person or family member
• Others with a direct and tangible interest in the record

What Does It Cost to Get a Birth Certificate in Arapahoe County, Colorado?

Getting a copy of your birth certificate in Arapahoe County, Colorado, costs $20 for the first copy. If you order any additional copies of the same certificate, it costs $13 per copy requested if ordered simultaneously. Expedited UPS shipping (2 days) is available for an additional $25.

If you order a copy of your birth certificate online through VitalChek, you'll be charged $12.50 for a credit card processing fee.

How Long Does It Take to Get a Copy of a Birth Certificate in Arapahoe County, Colorado?

It takes about ten weeks to receive an Arapahoe County Colorado birth certificate by postal mail. Online and phone orders for birth certificates take about thirty days to process.

What Documents Do You Need to Get a Copy of a Birth Certificate in Arapahoe County, Colorado?

You need to show proof of relationship to get a copy of a birth certificate in Arapahoe County, Colorado. Proof of relationship includes a valid, government-issued photo ID, marriage certificate, current school, university, or college identification card.

Other valid forms of identification you can use include:

• Court order
• U.S. Passport
• Foreign Passport
• Alien registration receipt card
• Permanent resident card
• Temporary resident card
• Employment authorization card
• U. S. Military identification card
• Tribal identification card
• U.S. Certificate of Naturalization
• Certificate of U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Citizenship identification card

How To Obtain a Birth Certificate in Arapahoe County, Colorado on Your Own

There are four ways you can request a copy of a birth certificate in Arapahoe County, Colorado.

1. In-person by appointment
2. By email
3. Online through VitalChek
4. By mail

Here's a look at each process.

Each of these steps takes time, and you have to make sure you have all the required records before using any of these methods. Any mistake you make could cause a delay in receiving a copy of the birth certificate you want.

DoNotPay Has a Better Way

DoNotPay is the fastest, easiest way to get your Arapahoe County birth certificate. Instead of having to go to a county clerk or post office in-person and write a check, you can get your birth certificate entirely within the app.

If the application needs to be notarized, we'll help you schedule an online appointment through our virtual Notary solution.

Here's how it works:

1. Go to the Birth Certificates product on DoNotPay.
2. Select who the certificate is for (you or a loved one). If you are requesting a copy of someone else's certificate, enter their personal details, and upload evidence that proves your relationship.
3. Enter the location you or your loved one was born in, so we can complete the form specific to your state.
4. Enter the name(s) of the parent(s) as displayed on the certificate.
5. Indicate what you will be using this certificate for, and choose whether you need an authorized or certified copy.
6. Enter your contact information and shipping address. Upload copies of your government-issued identification, such as a driver's license.
7. Choose whether you would like to electronically sign this form or not. Once we generate the form, verify that all of the information is correct.
8. If you need the document to be notarized, schedule a notarization appointment using our Notary product. Otherwise, proceed to our Mail Checks product and let DoNotPay mail-in your request form with a check on your behalf.

More Birth Certificate Services

We can also help you solve the following issues about birth certificates:

• Where to get a birth certificate
• How to get a copy of your birth certificate online
• Applying for a birth certificate
• Getting a birth certificate for a newborn
• Replacing a birth certificate
• Getting a birth certificate for a passport
• Getting a birth certificate fast
• How to find a birth certificate
• Processing time for a birth certificate

Why You Should Use DoNotPay to Obtain a Copy of a Birth Certificate from Arapahoe County, Colorado

Here's why you should let DoNotPay help you get a birth certificate copy from Arapahoe County.

• It's fast. You don't have to spend a lot of hours trying to gather all the necessary forms and paperwork, and you don’t need to wait in line at the courthouse.
• It's easy. You don't have to waste time filling out tedious forms or keeping track of all the steps involved in requesting a copy of a birth certificate
• It's Successful. You can rest easy knowing that we'll take care of everything.

Contact us today if you want more information on how DoNotPay can help you get a copy of a birth certificate.