VitalChek - Official Louisiana Certificates



   This is the officially authorized remote
   ordering service for the State of Louisiana

 

Order certified Louisiana birth record copies online - securely and easily.

Order certified Louisiana birth record copies online securely and easily with LexisNexis VitalChek Network Inc. Express Certificate Service, approved by hundreds of vital record issuing agencies nationwide. VitalChek is an official government-authorized service, and obtaining your certified birth record copies through VitalChek is fast and convenient, with online, phone or fax ordering capabilities accessible from the privacy of your home or office 24-hours a day, 7-days a week.

From the second you place your order to the moment your certified Louisiana birth record copies are in your hands, VitalChek provides you with accurate tracking abilities, either by checking your order status online or contacting our dedicated, bi-lingual 24-7 customer support team. With VitalChek, you?ll always know the exact status of your order and when to expect your certified Louisiana birth record copies. VitalChek has been the official, government-authorized service for citizens to directly connect with government agencies nationwide for over twenty years. Our secure Web site continues this tradition by providing a worry-free ordering process that provides safe and authorized online document ordering and secure transaction handling.

Certified Agency birth record copies are one of the key vital records which provide proof of major life events, such as a birth, death, marriage or divorce, and are only issued by an official government agency, such as the Louisiana Vital Records Registry (Louisiana Vital Records).

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LexisNexis VitalChek Network Inc. is a government-approved organization, so you don’t have to worry about hidden charges, inflated prices, or the security of your personal data when ordering certified Louisiana birth record copies. VitalChek is America’s #1 resource for official government-issued vital records, offering the convenience of secure credit card processing, rush delivery and 24-hour customer service.

VitalChek is your direct online connection to order certified Louisiana birth record copies from Louisiana Vital Records for yourself or an immediate family member. A certified birth record copy issued through our service typically has a raised or stamped seal and/or special security paper, depending on the issuing state’s requirements.

For your enhanced security, selecting an express delivery service, such as UPS or FedEx, when placing your certified Louisiana birth record order, is recommended. Choosing an express delivery service provides the ability to track your shipment from the time it’s sent by Louisiana Vital Records to the time it reaches your door, as well as providing insurance should your delivery be lost or damaged in transit.

 
 Who can order? 

You may order copies of Louisiana birth certificates for yourself, your current legal spouse, your child or a parent. If you are not one of the people listed, you will need to submit a written request directly to Louisiana Vital Records, along with a check or money order. Identification Requirements - All applicants must submit a copy of their government issued photo ID. An Authorization Form and instructions will be provided upon completion of your online order. If you are ordering a copy of your spouse's birth certificate, you will need to submit a copy of their photo ID, in addition to your own. If you are ordering a copy of a parent's birth certificate, you will need to submit a copy of their photo ID, your photo ID and a copy of your birth certificate proving relationship. Where Can The Document Be Shipped? Louisiana Vital Records will only ship copies of Louisiana birth certificates to the entitled applicant's verified home address. UPS Orders - Louisiana Vital Records requires applicants to submit proof of urgency, along with the Authorization Form provided at the end of your order. Acceptable documentation listed below:

  • Travel/cruise itinerary
  • Hotel reservation confirmation listing arrival date
  • Plane or bus ticket
  • State issued driver's license that expires in 30 days or less
  • -OR-
  • A typed letter, on letterhead, from the following (must include the date you need the certificate):
    • A school or college
    • Travel agency
    • Social Security Admin.
    • Insurance Company, Medicare or Medicaid
    • FEMA
    • Financial Institution
    • Attorney or Office of the Court

NOTICE: Although VitalChek attempts to include accurate and up-to-date information on this site, state and agency information is subject to change without notice. VitalChek makes no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of the information herein and assumes no liability with respect to such information.

 
 Uses for Official Louisiana birth record 

Certified Louisiana birth record copies are generally required when applying for a passport or driver’s license. Other valid purposes for a birth record include:

Insurance, Employment, Court Proceedings, or Social Security Benefits
School Enrollment or Registration for Youth Sports
Obtaining a Marriage License
Enlistment in Military
Replace a Lost or Stolen Certificate
 
 Other official vital records from Louisiana 

In addition to a certified birth record, Louisiana Vital Records also issues certified copies of Death Certificates and Marriage Records for events that occurred within the State of Louisiana. You may order copies of Louisiana Vital Records through VitalChek on an expedited basis.