How to Get a Copy of Your Multnomah County Birth Certificate Online

When you need a copy of your birth certificate or your child's birth certificate, it's likely for something really important. This crucial form of identity verification is required for everything from registering for school, to obtaining a passport, to replacing your social security card.

The process for requesting a certified copy of your birth certificate in Multnomah County will vary depending on whether it's for a newborn, the method you use to submit the request, and other important factors.

Here's everything you need to know about where to get a birth certificate and how DoNotPay can help make it easier.

Why Requesting a Birth Certificate for Newborns Is Different In Multnomah County

Multnomah County's Vital Records department can only issue birth certificates for newborn babies that are less than 6 months old. All other county residents have to request their birth certificates from the Oregon Department of Human Services Center for Health Statistics.

The document provided by Multnomah County's Vital Records is essentially a copy of the original birth certificate created at the hospital where the baby was born. It contains information like:

• The baby's name
• The time of birth
• The name of the hospital
• The date of birth for both parents
• A seal or stamp

Who Can Request A Certified Birth Certificate in Multnomah County?

Like most official records in Oregon, birth certificates are considered sensitive, private documents that can potentially be used for fraud. This is why the order form requires requesters to explain their relationship to the person named on the document and to present a photo ID for verification.

In Multnomah County, access to certified copies of birth certificates is restricted to certain individuals. Check out the table below to learn more.

How Much Does It Cost to Order A Certified Birth Certificate In Multnomah County?

In Multnomah County, ordering a certified birth certificate for a baby that's less than 6 months old will cost you $25 for each copy.

Birth certificates for all other ages are available from the Oregon Department of Human Services Center for Health Statistics and the cost will vary based on how you choose to apply for the document.

• Ordering a birth certificate online costs $43.25 for the first record and $25 for every additional copy
• Ordering by telephone costs $44.95 for the first record and $25 for every additional copy
• Ordering by mail will cost $25 for each copy
• Ordering via a drop box located in front of the Oregon State Office Building is $25 for each copy
• Ordering in person can be done by appointment and costs $28 for the first record and $25 for each additional copy.

How To Request A Certified Birth Certificate In Multnomah County Yourself

If you need to apply for a certified birth certificate for yourself or your child and would like to do the process on your own, there are several ways to go about it.

Requesting a Newborn Birth Certificate From Multnomah County's Vital Records Office

1. To apply in person, call 503-988-3745 to make an appointment
2. To apply by mail, print and fill out the Multnomah birth certificate form
3. Pay the fine of $25 for each copy using a check or money order
4. Attend your appointment at the Multnomah County Vital Records Office to receive the birth certificate the same day
5. Mail your request to 847 NE 19th Ave, Ste 350. Portland, OR, and the document will be mailed out within 24 hours of receiving the order form

Requesting A Certified Birth Certificate From The Human Services Center for Health Statistics by Yourself

There are five ways to tackle this task on your own.

1. Online: Log on to VitalCheck.com and pay the fee with your credit or debit card. Allow 3-4 business days for processing.
2. By Telephone: Call 1-888-896-4988 and pay the fee with your credit or debit card. Allow 3-4 business days for processing.
3. By Mail: Print and fill out the Oregon vital records order form, pay the fee with a money order or check, and mail the request to Oregon Vital Records, PO Box 14050, Portland OR, 97293. Using this method, the processing time for birth certificates is 5-8 weeks.
4. By Drop Box: Print and fill out the order form, pay the fee with a money order or check, and leave your request in the dedicated drop box at 800 NE Oregon Street Portland, OR 97232. Allow 5-8 weeks for processing.
5. In-person: Make an appointment on the scheduling system, which has time slots Monday-Friday from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. Pay the fee of $28 and receive the document the same day.

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Get Your Multnomah County Certificate Quickly and Easily With DoNotPay

Whether you have to replace a lost birth certificate or need a certified copy to apply for a passport, getting access to this vital document is usually a priority. No matter which method you choose for requesting a certified copy of a Multnomah County birth certificate, there are several time-consuming steps to follow. DoNotPay offers a more streamlined option that can help you get the birth certificate faster.

Simply pull up the Birth Certificate tool, answer a few questions from the comfort of your smartphone or laptop, and let DoNotPay do the rest. The app will generate a completed order form and even reach out to the correct department on your behalf.

If you want to order a birth certificate copy in Multnomah County but don't know where to start, DoNotPay has you covered in 8 easy steps:

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.

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