To obtain a replacement Nevada birth certificate, you can apply online, by mail, or in person through the Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD) or the Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH). You’ll need to complete an application, provide a copy of your valid photo ID, and pay the required fee.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown:
1. Online Application:
- SNHD: You can apply online through the SNHD website.
- DPBH: The Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH) also offers online ordering through VitalChek.
2. Mail-in Application:
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SNHD: Download the application form from their website. Mail the completed form, a copy of your ID, and the fee to the address specified on the form.
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DPBH: You can mail your application to the Nevada Office of Vital Records in Carson City.
3. In-person Application:
- SNHD: Visit the Vital Records Office located at 280 S. Decatur Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89107 during business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm).
- DPBH: You may also be able to schedule an appointment at the Carson City office.
Important Information:
- VitalChek: You can use VitalChek for expedited online ordering of birth certificates through the Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health.
- Fees: The fee for a certified copy of a Nevada birth certificate is $25.
- Identification: You’ll need to provide a copy of a valid photo ID.
- Proof of Relationship: If you are requesting a birth certificate for someone other than yourself and you are not listed on the certificate, you may need to provide proof of relationship.
- Processing Times: Processing times can vary, but mail and online requests may take 2-4 weeks.
- County Specific Information: Some counties may have different procedures and fees, so it’s always a good idea to check with the relevant county health department if you are not sure.