What is the difference between an original birth certificate and a copy?

What is the difference between an original birth certificate and a copy?

The number one difference between official and informational birth certificate copies is a registrar’s seal. The type of seal used varies by states, but will be proof that the birth certificate is a government issued, certified document. The seal might be raised, embossed, impressed or multicolored.

How much does it cost for a birth certificate in Illinois?

The fee for a full certified copy is $15.00. Additional certified copies of the same record ordered at the same time are $2.00 each.

How do you get a copy of your Illinois birth certificate?

Requesting a Copy of Your Birth Certificate Through the Mail, Fax, or In Person Send in your materials or take them to the Illinois Department of Health, Division of Vital Records. Pay the required fee. Receive copies of your birth certificate.

Where can you get a copy of your birth certificate in Illinois?

Obtain a Birth Certificate. If you need a copy of an Illinois birth record, and you are entitled to it, you can request it from our office by clicking on Obtain a Birth Certificate in the left-hand column.

How do I order an Illinois birth certificate?

To obtain a certified copy of a birth certificate, please do one of the following: Bring the above information to the Winnebago County Health Department (555 North Court Street) Submit your request by mail to this address: Winnebago County Health Department ATTN: Vital Records 555 North Court Street P. O. Click on E-Pay for electronic ordering and payment.

How do you obtain a copy of your birth certificate?

In order to obtain a copy of your birth certificate you need to apply through the CDHP. Start by going to the website and click on the “Birth, Death, & Marriage Certificates” link on the upper left of the CDHP home page, under Most Popular Links.