Doral Birth Records
Doral birth records are processed by the Miami-Dade County Health Department. Doral is a city in western Miami-Dade County with a population of about 83,600. It is one of the newer cities in the county, having incorporated in 2003. Like every other city in Miami-Dade, Doral residents go through the county health department for birth certificate requests. The department has multiple offices across the county, and there are also options to order by mail or online if a visit to the office is not in the cards.
Doral Quick Facts
Doral Birth Certificate Office
The Miami-Dade County Health Department handles all birth certificates for Doral. The department operates several vital records offices around the county. The North Dade office at 18680 NW 67th Ave in Hialeah is one option for Doral residents, since it is in the general area. The Downtown Miami office is another. Call 305-324-2400 to check hours and find out which location suits you best.
Doral has a large Spanish-speaking population. The health department provides forms in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole. This makes the process easier for residents who prefer to fill out paperwork in their first language. The Miami-Dade County Health Department website has all the forms and current office information.
When you visit, bring a valid photo ID. Under Florida Statute 382.025, birth records are confidential. The office must check that you have the right to get a copy before they give you one. Fill out the form, pay the fee, and wait for your certified copy. Same-day service is typical for walk-in visits.
| Office | Miami-Dade County Health Department, Vital Records |
|---|---|
| Phone | 305-324-2400 |
| Nearby Office | North Dade: 18680 NW 67th Ave, Hialeah, FL 33015 |
| Health Dept Website | miamidade.floridahealth.gov |
How to Order Doral Birth Certificates
Walk-in service is the fastest route. Visit any Miami-Dade vital records office during business hours. Show your ID. Fill out a form. Pay the fee. You get your certified copy the same day. The North Dade office in Hialeah is probably the closest option for most Doral residents.
Mail orders work too. Send a completed form, a copy of your ID, and a check or money order to the Miami-Dade County Health Department. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope with your request. Allow two to four weeks for delivery to your Doral address. Download the form from the health department website in your language of choice.
For online orders, use VitalChek. This is the only vendor the state recommends. Pay with a card. VitalChek adds a service fee on top of the state fee. The certificate comes by mail once it is ready. Many Doral residents prefer this method since it does not require a trip to the office.
Under Florida Statute 382.013, births must be registered within five days of the event. The hospital takes care of the filing. Once the birth is registered, you can order copies through any of these channels.
Doral Birth Record Fees
Birth certificates in Doral cost $20 for the first copy. Extra copies ordered at the same time cost $16 each. These are the Miami-Dade County rates and follow Florida Statute 382.0255. Rush processing costs $10 extra. A protective sleeve is $3. The office takes cash, checks, and money orders for in-person payments.
If you plan to order more than one copy, do it all at once. The extra copy rate is lower than the first copy fee. This is a simple way to save money. Lots of Doral residents need birth certificates for travel, school, or legal matters all at the same time. One trip and one order covers everything.
Who Can Get Doral Birth Records
Florida law limits who can get a certified birth certificate. The person on the record must be 18 or older to get their own copy. Parents can request copies. So can legal guardians, spouses, children, siblings, and grandparents. An attorney acting for one of these people can also file a request. You need photo ID to prove who you are.
Not on the list? You can still get an informational copy in Doral. It has the same facts but is stamped as not valid for legal use. This version works for family research or personal files. For official purposes like passports, school, or name changes, the certified version is what you need, and only eligible people can get it.
Correcting Doral Birth Records
If a birth certificate has wrong information, the Florida Department of Health handles corrections. Under Florida Statute 382.016, amendments go through the state office. Small errors like a misspelled name can sometimes be fixed with a form and proof. Larger changes need more documentation.
Adding a father to a birth certificate usually requires a paternity acknowledgment or court order. Adoption name changes need a court order. Once the state processes the amendment, you can get a corrected copy from the Miami-Dade office. Turnaround times vary. Simple fixes take a few weeks. Changes that need a court order depend on the Miami-Dade court schedule, which can be slow in such a large county.
Note: Amendment fees are not included in the copy fee.
State Resources for Doral Residents
The Florida Department of Health manages the statewide birth records system. Doral residents can use the state office instead of the local Miami-Dade offices. The state keeps records for all 67 Florida counties. Mail orders and VitalChek orders go to the state for processing.
Florida uses a centralized system. Every county health department can look up records from every other county. If you were born somewhere else in the state and now live in Doral, you can request your birth certificate at the Miami-Dade office. There is no need to call the county where you were born. This is useful for the many Doral residents who came from other parts of Florida or who have children born in different counties.
The state page lists fees, forms, and rules for all Florida residents, including those living in Doral.
Nearby Florida Cities
These cities are close to Doral and have birth records pages on this site. Most are in Miami-Dade County. If one is more convenient, check their page for local details.
Miami-Dade County Birth Records
Doral is in Miami-Dade County. All birth certificate requests go through the Miami-Dade County Health Department. For the complete list of office locations, fees, and ordering details, visit the Miami-Dade County birth records page.