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Santa Barbara County, California Birth Certificate & Vital Records

Where to get a birth, death, or marriage certificate in Santa Barbara County, California: 4 offices with addresses, hours, and fees — or order online and skip the visit.

4
Offices
California
State
$31.00
Birth cert. fee
5–7 weeks
Avg. processing

How to get a Santa Barbara County birth certificate

Santa Barbara County birth and death records are issued under California state rules, through the county clerk or health department. You can request a certificate three ways:

  • Online — fastest. Prepare your application through our partner Vital Records Online ↗.
  • In person — at a Santa Barbara County office listed below.
  • By mail — to the California state vital records office.
Fee
$29
Processing
10 to 12 weeks
Who can request
Adoption Agencies, Attorneys, Children, Government Officials, Grandparents, Law Enforcement

Offices in Santa Barbara County

Cities in Santa Barbara County

Nearby counties

Understanding your record

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