Town 'n' Country Birth Records
Town 'n' Country birth records are handled by the Hillsborough County Health Department. Town 'n' Country is a census-designated place in Hillsborough County, just west of Tampa, with about 86,500 residents. Because it is not an incorporated city, all vital records services come from the county level. The Hillsborough County Health Department and the county tax collector offices both process birth certificate requests for people who live in Town 'n' Country. There are multiple locations across the county, giving residents plenty of options.
Town 'n' Country Quick Facts
Town 'n' Country Birth Certificate Office
The Hillsborough County Health Department is the main place to get birth certificates for Town 'n' Country. You can call (813) 307-8002 for hours and details. The health department handles vital records for all of Hillsborough County, which includes Town 'n' Country, Tampa, Brandon, and every other community in the area. Walk-in service is the fastest way to get a copy. Bring a valid photo ID and fill out a short form at the office.
Town 'n' Country residents also have the choice of going to a Hillsborough County Tax Collector office. The tax collector runs branches in several spots around the county, including Brandon, Drew Park, North Tampa, and Plant City. Some of these may be a shorter drive from Town 'n' Country than the health department. Both the health department and tax collector offices process the same birth certificate requests.
Under Florida Statute 382.013, all births in Florida must be registered within five days. The hospital files the birth certificate with the state. Once it is on file, you can order copies through the county offices that serve Town 'n' Country.
| Office | Hillsborough County Health Department, Vital Records |
|---|---|
| Phone | (813) 307-8002 |
| Health Dept Website | hillsborough.floridahealth.gov |
| Also Available At | Hillsborough County Tax Collector offices |
How to Order Town 'n' Country Birth Certificates
Walk-in visits are the quickest method. Go to the health department or any tax collector branch during business hours. Show your photo ID. Fill out a form. Pay the fee. You walk out with your certified copy. Most in-person requests at the Hillsborough County offices are done the same day.
If you would rather not drive, online orders go through VitalChek. This is the vendor the Florida Department of Health recommends. You pay with a credit or debit card and VitalChek adds a service fee. The certificate ships to your Town 'n' Country address by mail. Processing takes a bit longer than a walk-in visit, but you do not have to leave home.
Mail orders are another way to go. Send a completed form, a copy of your ID, and a check or money order to the Hillsborough County Health Department. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope. Give it two to three weeks for the certificate to get back to you. This works fine if you are not in a rush and prefer to handle things by mail from Town 'n' Country.
Under Florida Statute 382.025, you must show that you are eligible to get a certified copy. The law lists who can order one. More on that below.
Town 'n' Country Birth Certificate Fees
The first certified copy costs $14. Each extra copy at the same time is $9. These fees are set by Hillsborough County and match the rules in Florida Statute 382.0255. The health department and tax collector offices take cash, checks, and money orders. VitalChek adds its own service charge for online orders from Town 'n' Country.
Need more than one copy? Order them all at once. The extra copy rate is lower. If you need copies for school, a passport, and something else, getting them in a single request saves money. This is true whether you visit a Hillsborough County office in person or order by mail from Town 'n' Country.
Who Can Get Town 'n' Country Birth Records
Florida law controls who can order a certified birth certificate. The person on the record must be 18 or older to request their own. Parents can get copies for their children. Legal guardians, spouses, children, siblings, and grandparents all qualify. An attorney who represents one of these people can also make the request on their behalf.
Bring your photo ID to prove who you are. Legal guardians need court papers showing their role. If you don't fit any of these groups, you can still get an informational copy in Town 'n' Country. This version shows the same facts but carries a stamp that says it is not valid for legal use. It works for family research and personal records, just not for official things like a passport or name change.
Correcting Town 'n' Country Birth Records
If there is a mistake on a birth certificate, it can be fixed. The Florida Department of Health amendments page walks you through the steps. Under Florida Statute 382.016, most amendments go through the state office. Small errors like a misspelled name may need just a form and some proof. Bigger changes take more work.
Adding a father's name to a birth certificate often needs a court order or a signed paternity acknowledgment. Name changes after an adoption go through the court first. Once the court signs the order, the state updates the birth record. You can then order a new certified copy from the Hillsborough County office that shows the corrected info. Processing times vary based on the type of change. Simple fixes move faster than ones that need a court hearing.
Note: Fees for amendments are not the same as fees for ordering a copy.
State Resources for Town 'n' Country
The Florida Department of Health runs the statewide vital records system. Town 'n' Country residents can use the state office instead of the local Hillsborough County offices if they prefer. The state keeps records for all 67 counties. Mail and online orders through VitalChek go to the state for processing.
Florida's system is centralized. Any county health department can look up a birth record from any other county. If you were born elsewhere in the state and now live in Town 'n' Country, you can request your certificate at the Hillsborough County office. No need to reach out to the county where you were born. This saves time for people who have moved to Town 'n' Country from other parts of Florida.
The state page has forms and rules that apply to everyone in Florida, including Town 'n' Country residents.
Nearby Florida Cities
These cities are near Town 'n' Country and have their own birth records pages. Some share the same county, while others are just across county lines. If one of these is more convenient for you, check their page for local details.
Hillsborough County Birth Records
Town 'n' Country is in Hillsborough County. All birth certificate services for Town 'n' Country residents go through the Hillsborough County Health Department or the county tax collector offices. For a full list of locations, fees, and services, see the Hillsborough County birth records page.