Coral Springs Birth Records

Birth records for Coral Springs residents are managed by the Broward County Health Department. The city sits in the northwest part of Broward County, and all vital records requests go through the county office in Fort Lauderdale. Whether you need a birth certificate for a passport, school enrollment, or just to have on file, you can order one online, by mail, or in person at the Broward County vital statistics office. The process is the same for all Broward County cities, so Coral Springs residents follow the same steps as anyone else in the county.

Broward County Health Department

The Broward County Health Department handles birth certificates for all cities in the county, including Coral Springs. The vital statistics office is at 780 SW 24th Street in Fort Lauderdale. That is about a 30-minute drive from most parts of Coral Springs. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. You can call 954-467-4700 for general questions or 954-467-4413 for the vital statistics line.

When you visit the office, bring a valid photo ID. Staff will ask you to fill out a form and pay the fee. Under Florida Statute 382.013, each birth in the state must be registered within five days. The hospital or birth center files the paperwork with the state. So if a birth took place in Florida, the record should be on file and available through the county office. Records from 1917 on are kept at the county level. Anything before 1930 may only be at the state office.

The Broward County Health Department website has forms and info about all the services they offer. You can find details on birth certificates, death certificates, and other vital records there. Coral Springs residents use this same office for all of those needs.

How to Get a Birth Certificate in Coral Springs

Coral Springs residents have three main ways to get a birth certificate. You can go in person to the Fort Lauderdale office, order online through VitalChek, or send a request by mail. Each option has its own steps and timeline.

In-person visits are the fastest. Drive to the Broward County office at 780 SW 24th Street and bring your photo ID. Fill out the form at the desk. Pay the fee. Most in-person requests are done the same day. The office can look up the record and print your copy while you wait, though busy days may take longer. This is a good option if you need the certificate right away.

Online orders go through VitalChek. This is the only vendor that the Florida Department of Health works with for web orders. VitalChek charges a service fee on top of the state fee. You pay with a credit or debit card. The certificate ships by mail once it is ready. Allow about three to five business days for processing, plus shipping time. This is a solid choice for Coral Springs residents who cannot get to Fort Lauderdale during the week.

Mail requests work too. Send a filled-out form, a copy of your photo ID, and a check or money order to the Broward County office. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope. Mail orders take two to four weeks. Make sure to send the correct fee amount or your request may be delayed.

Coral Springs Birth Certificate Fees

The first certified copy costs $15. Each extra copy ordered at the same time is $10. These fees are set by state law under Florida Statute 382.0255. The Broward County office takes cash, checks, and money orders for in-person and mail requests.

VitalChek adds its own service fee. If cost matters most, going in person is the cheapest route. Ordering more than one copy at a time saves money since the extra copy rate is lower. People sometimes need several copies for school, a passport, and other things all at once. Getting them in one trip is the way to go for Coral Springs residents.

Who Can Order Birth Records in Coral Springs

Not everyone can get a certified birth certificate. Under Florida Statute 382.025, birth records are kept confidential for 125 years. Only certain people can order a certified copy. You must show ID to prove who you are and why you qualify.

The list of eligible people includes the person named on the record (if 18 or older), a parent, a legal guardian, a spouse, a child, a sibling, a grandparent, or an attorney who represents one of those people. Legal guardians need court papers. Attorneys need a letter from their client or other proof of the relationship. If you do not fall into one of these groups, you can still get an informational copy. That version has a stamp that says it is not certified and cannot be used for legal purposes.

Call 954-467-4413 if you are not sure whether you qualify. The staff can tell you what documents you need to bring.

Correcting a Coral Springs Birth Certificate

Mistakes on a birth certificate can be fixed through the amendment process. Common errors include wrong name spellings, wrong dates, or missing parent info. The Florida Department of Health amendments page explains how to make changes. Under Florida Statute 382.016, most changes go through the state vital records office.

Some small fixes can be handled at the Broward County level. Bigger changes like adding or changing a father's name usually need a court order or a signed acknowledgment of paternity. Name changes after adoption go through the court first. Once the court order is signed, the state updates the birth record. Then you can order a new certified copy that shows the right information. Fees for amendments are separate from the cost of ordering a copy.

State Resources for Coral Springs Residents

The Florida Department of Health runs the statewide vital records system. The state office in Jacksonville keeps records for all 67 counties, including Broward. Coral Springs residents can use the state office as an alternative to the local county office. The state accepts online and mail orders.

Florida's system is centralized. Any county health department in the state can pull up a birth record from any other county. If you were born in a different part of Florida and now live in Coral Springs, you can request your birth certificate at the Broward County office. You do not need to contact the county where you were born. The state office address is 1217 N Pearl St, Jacksonville, FL 32202, and the phone number is 904-359-6900.

The state website covers everything about ordering birth certificates in Florida. This applies to Coral Springs and every other city in the state.

Nearby Florida Cities

These cities are near Coral Springs and also have birth records pages. Most are in Broward County or nearby counties, so they use the same or similar health department offices for birth certificates.

Broward County Birth Records

Coral Springs is in Broward County. All birth certificate requests for the city go through the Broward County Health Department. For more about county-level services, office details, and ordering options, see the full Broward County birth records page.

View Broward County Birth Records