Boynton Beach Birth Records Lookup
Boynton Beach birth records are processed by the Palm Beach County Health Department. Boynton Beach sits in the southern part of Palm Beach County, between West Palm Beach and Boca Raton, and has a population of about 83,100. The county health department office that handles vital records is in West Palm Beach. This is the office Boynton Beach residents use for in-person birth certificate requests. Mail and online options are also available for those who prefer not to make the drive.
Boynton Beach Quick Facts
Boynton Beach Birth Certificate Office
The Palm Beach County Health Department handles all birth certificates for Boynton Beach. The vital records office is at 800 Clematis St., West Palm Beach, FL 33401. This is the location where Boynton Beach residents go for in-person requests. It is about a 25-minute drive north from Boynton Beach, depending on traffic. Bring a valid photo ID when you visit. Fill out a form and pay the fee. Most walk-in visits are processed the same day.
You can reach the office by calling 561-671-4013. The Palm Beach County Health Department website has the latest info about hours, forms, and directions. The office serves all of Palm Beach County, which is one of the largest counties in the state by area. This means residents from Boynton Beach, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, and many other cities all use the same office.
Under Florida Statute 382.013, births must be registered in Florida within five days. The hospital handles the filing. Once a birth is registered, copies can be ordered from the Palm Beach County office by Boynton Beach residents.
| Office | Palm Beach County Health Department, Vital Records |
|---|---|
| Address | 800 Clematis St. West Palm Beach, FL 33401 |
| Phone | 561-671-4013 |
| Health Dept Website | palmbeach.floridahealth.gov |
How to Order Boynton Beach Birth Certificates
In-person visits get you a copy the fastest. Drive to the West Palm Beach office at 800 Clematis St. Bring your ID. Fill out the form. Pay. Walk out with your copy. Same-day service is the norm. The drive from Boynton Beach is not too bad, though rush hour traffic on I-95 can slow things down.
Mail orders are an option if you prefer to avoid the trip. Send a completed application, a copy of your photo ID, and a check or money order to the Palm Beach County Health Department at the Clematis St. address. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope. It takes about two to four weeks for the birth certificate to arrive at your Boynton Beach home. The form is on the health department website.
Online orders go through VitalChek. Pay with a card. VitalChek adds a service fee on top of the state rate. The certificate comes by mail once processed. This is the easiest method for Boynton Beach residents who do not want to make the drive north to West Palm Beach or deal with mail-in paperwork.
Remember, only certain people can get a certified copy. Under Florida Statute 382.025, birth records are confidential and the office checks your eligibility before releasing anything.
Boynton Beach Birth Record Fees
The first certified copy costs $15 at the Palm Beach County office. Extra copies ordered at the same time are less. These fees are set under Florida Statute 382.0255. The office takes cash, checks, and money orders. VitalChek orders cost more because of the added service fee.
If you need more than one copy, get them all in one order. The extra copy rate is lower. Boynton Beach residents who need birth certificates for school, travel, and a name change can save money by ordering everything at once instead of making multiple requests.
Who Can Get Boynton Beach Birth Records
Florida law limits access to certified birth certificates. The person named on the record can get a copy if they are 18 or older. Parents and legal guardians qualify. Spouses, children, siblings, and grandparents are also on the list. An attorney for one of these people can file the request too. You must show a valid photo ID at the office.
Legal guardians need court documents to prove their status. If you do not fit any of these categories, the Palm Beach County office can give you an informational copy. This version has the same facts but is marked as not valid for legal use. It works for personal records and genealogy. For official things like passports, only certified copies are accepted.
Correcting Boynton Beach Birth Records
If a birth certificate has an error, corrections go through the Florida Department of Health. Under Florida Statute 382.016, amendments are handled by the state office. Small errors like a wrong letter in a name may be fixed with a form and supporting proof. Larger changes require more.
Adding a father's name usually needs a paternity acknowledgment or court order. Adoption name changes go through the court. Once the state processes the correction, you can get a new certified copy from the Palm Beach County office. Simple corrections take a few weeks. Court-related changes take longer, depending on the local court schedule in Palm Beach County.
Note: Amendment fees are separate from the fee for ordering a birth certificate copy.
State Birth Records for Boynton Beach
The Florida Department of Health oversees all vital records in the state. Boynton Beach residents can use the state office instead of the local Palm Beach County office. The state has records for all 67 counties. Mail and online orders through VitalChek are processed at the state level in Jacksonville.
Florida's system is centralized. Every county health department can access records from every other county. If you were born elsewhere in the state and now live in Boynton Beach, you can request your birth certificate at the Palm Beach County office. No need to contact the county where you were born. This is useful for the many people who have moved to Boynton Beach from other parts of Florida.
The statewide page covers fees, forms, and ordering rules for all Floridians, including Boynton Beach residents.
Nearby Florida Cities
These cities are near Boynton Beach and have birth records pages on this site. If one of them is closer or more convenient for you, check their page for local info.
Palm Beach County Birth Records
Boynton Beach is in Palm Beach County. All birth certificate requests for the city go through the Palm Beach County Health Department. For the full breakdown of offices, fees, and ordering methods, visit the Palm Beach County birth records page.