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Fax. 217-523-2648. Online. To order online, visit VitalChek Network. A major credit card is required. $15 - certified copy with all information collected at time of birth (information has varied throughout the years) $2 - each additional copy. $15.00 - handling fee.
- Order Online. Order online via VitalChek. You will need to know the city of birth listed on the birth certificate, the child’s full name, the exact date of birth, and the parents’ first and last names.
- Order By Phone. Phone orders via VitalChek can be made by calling toll free (866) 252-8974. You will need to know the city of birth listed on the birth certificate, the child’s full name, the exact date of birth, and the parents’ first and last names.
- Order By Mail. On average, mail orders are processed within 20 working days from the date the request is received by this office. Mail your request to
- Go to a local Currency Exchange. Birth records can be ordered at any participating Chicago and Cook County Currency Exchange. For hours and locations, call (847) 759-8905 or visit mycurrencyexchange.com.
Birth Certificate. The Cook County Clerk's office keeps official records of births that occur in Chicago and suburban Cook County. Please click below to be redirected to the Clerk's page on birth certificates. Request a Birth Certificate.
The Division of Vital Records offers two types of birth certificates available for legal purposes. Please indicate your choice below and return this form with the proper fee and a legible copy of your non-expired, government issued photo ID. Illinois Law (ILCS410/535/25(1)) requires advanced payment for the search of birth record files.
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