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Harris County Civil Courthouse
201 Caroline, Suite 310, Houston, Texas 77002
Harris County Vital Records

Harris County Clerk maintains & issues copies of vital records for events that occurred within the county of Harris. These records include:

Birth Certificate

Death Certificate

Marriage Certificate

birth certificate, death certificate, marriage certificate

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(713) 274-8600
Physical location
Harris County Civil Courthouse
201 Caroline, Suite 310 , Houston, Texas 77002, Harris
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Harris County Vital Records

Contact Information

Harris County Vital Records
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Harris County Civil Courthouse
201 Caroline, Suite 310, Houston, Texas 77002
P.O. Box 1525, Houston, Texas 77251
(713) 274-8600

Office Description

The Harris County Clerk’s office or registry of vital records, offers a wide range of crucial services. These offices play a vital role in the protection and provision of essential documents such as birth certificates, death certificates, and marriage certificates . In addition to maintaining these primary records, they are responsible for managing and issuing copies of birth, marriage, and death records that occurred within the Township of Houston. Alongside record maintenance, this office provides valuable services like issuing certified copies of documents, overseeing the registration of domestic partnerships, and offering assistance to rectify any errors detected in vital records. Through these comprehensive services, the vital records office ensures the accuracy, accessibility, and integrity of vital records for the benefit of the community.

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Working Hours

Monday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Friday
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
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Frequently Asked Question

What documents do you need to apply for a birth certificate in Texas?

In order to apply for a copy of your birth certificate online, you will have to prove your identity by presenting a photocopy of your ID to the Texas Health Department. Driving license or state photo ID can be used as proof of ID. In Texas, it’s also required to present a photocopy of their ID and to notarize the application form once it’s completed.
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How long does it take to get your birth certificate in Texas?

Processing times differ between offices, but you should expect to receive your vital records in Texas 16 to 18 business weeks.
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Why do you need a birth certificate?

A birth certificate is a legal document provided by your state of birth. It is required in order to prove your identity whenever you apply to obtain some important documents like passport or marriage license.
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How to notarize your birth certificate in Texas?
First, you’ll have to choose a notary depending on your needs. Your identity will be verified with a valid ID, passport or driver’s license and your birth certificate application will be checked for potential discrepancies as well. Only after this, you’ll sign the document in the presence of the notary and he will affix his seal and signature.
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Online Vitals is an independent private preparer that is not affiliated with any government agency. We provide public vital records office information from a public database. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in our database, as it may be updated independently at any time. We provide application preparation assistance services that will help you save time in any vital record application process. Our fees charged are for the preparation of your documents and do not include the fees for obtaining these vital record documents, which you will need to pay separately to the Health Department. The documents and forms that we will fill out on your behalf can be obtained as blank forms free of charge directly from the Health Department, or possibly, elsewhere online. Thanks to our online services, you can save a trip to the Health Department and you will be able to easily fill out your application.
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