Health

Requesting a Birth Certificate

Services Available by Appointment

Birth and death certificates can also be obtained online, by mail, or by fax using the information and resources on this page.

Si usted habla Español, y tiene preguntas, por favor llame a este número 970-498-6710.

Hours : 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. - 4:15 p.m., Monday through Friday, except County holidays.
 
The Larimer County Vital Records Office is closed daily from 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.   
In-person services are by appointment only. Please call to schedule. 
 

1525 Blue Spruce Drive   
Fort Collins, CO, 80524   
Phone: (970) 498-6710

Birth Certificate Application  Birth Certificate Application (Spanish)

We issue certificates for all births that occurred within the State of Colorado.

Ways to Order a Birth Certificate

  • In person: By appointment only. During the appointment you will need to fill out an application and present a current, valid ID. 
  • Mail to: Print and fill out the application. Attach a copy of your current, valid photo ID. 
    • Send to Larimer County Vital Records, 1525 Blue Spruce Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80524.
  • Online: Through Vitalchek. You will verify your identity through the online tool. A $7.50 surcharge applies if using Vitalchek.

Valid ID Requirements 

  • All requests must have a Valid ID submitted with the application. See valid ID list for proper documentation. (English) (Spanish).
  • Important note: Additional documentation may be required as proof of eligibility. 

Cost

A certified copy of a birth certificate is $20 for the first copy and $13 for each additional copy of the same record ordered at the same time. 

FAQs

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  1. Who can get a certified Colorado birth certificate?
    • The registrant (person named on the birth certificate)
    • Parent/Co-parent: Must be listed on the birth certificate
    • Siblings/Half-Siblings: Birth or death certificates proving at least one parent in common (cannot accept baptismal, hospital records, or school records).
    • Current Spouse: Certified copy of marriage/civil union certificate is required, or for common law marriage, some examples of documents we can accept are notarized affidavit of common law marriage.
    • Children: Birth certificate(s) and/or death certificate(s) to show proof of relationship is required (cannot accept baptismal, hospital records, or school records).

    • Legal Guardian: Original certified court order proving custody is required.

      If your relationship to the registrant (person named on the birth certificate) is not listed above. Please contact our Larimer County Vital Records Office for more information on requirements for eligibility.

  2. Can you provide a birth certificate from out of state?

    Larimer County can only issue certified Colorado birth certificates. We cannot issue birth certificates from other states or countries. Please contact the State Vital Records Office in which the birth occurred or the county for further guidance on processes and fees.

  3. How can I change or correct a birth certificate?

    Larimer county cannot make any changes/corrections to Colorado birth certificates. All changes/corrections must be processed through the State of Colorado Vital Records office at 303-692-2200 (cdphe.colorado.gov).

  4. I just gave birth. Does the hospital submit the birth certificate on my behalf?

    In order to obtain the certified Colorado birth certificate you must apply at a vital records office. The hospitals only register a child’s birth.

  5. Is there always a fee for birth certificates?

    Yes, the fee for a Colorado Birth Certificate is $20, and $13 for each additional for the same record when ordered at the same time. Larimer County also accepts vouchers issued by Human Services Departments in Colorado.

  6. Do I have to order from the county the child was born in?

    Larimer County can issue certified birth certificates for all births that occurred in Colorado. You do not have to obtain the birth certificate from the county the birth occurred in.

  7. Can I get my records from your office in Loveland or Estes Park?

    Our Fort Collins location is the only vital records office in Larimer and Jackson County. Our offices in Loveland and Estes Park do not offer vital record services. 

Vital Records

Phone: (970)498-6710