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This document is a formal application form to request a certified copy of a Texas birth or death certificate from the Harris County Clerk's office.

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How to fill out APPLICATION FOR CERTIFIED COPY OF TEXAS BIRTH OR DEATH CERTIFICATE

1. Obtain the APPLICATION FOR CERTIFIED COPY OF TEXAS BIRTH OR DEATH CERTIFICATE form from the Texas Department of State Health Services website or your local Vital Statistics office.
2. Fill in your personal information including your name, address, phone number, and email.
3. Specify whether you are requesting a birth or death certificate and provide the required details such as the individual's name, date of birth or death, and place of birth or death.
4. Provide your relationship to the individual named on the certificate.
5. Include any required identification documents as specified by the application instructions.
6. Calculate and include the appropriate fee for the certificate, and select your preferred payment method.
7. Mail the completed application form, identification, and payment to the address provided on the form.

Who needs APPLICATION FOR CERTIFIED COPY OF TEXAS BIRTH OR DEATH CERTIFICATE?

1. Individuals who wish to obtain a certified copy of their own or a relative's birth or death certificate.
2. Legal representatives or authorized agents acting on behalf of an individual entitled to request the certificate.
3. Organizations or institutions that require verification of an individual's birth or death for legal, medical, or administrative purposes.

People Also Ask about

How much is a certified birth certificate in Texas?

Payment: You can pay by cash, money order in the exact amount, personal check, or credit or debit card in your name. The cost for each birth certificate is $23. The cost for one death certificate is $21.

What is the fastest way to get a birth certificate in Texas in-person?

In-Person: Austin Office In most cases, you will get your record the same day, but some applications require 24 hours or more to process.

How do I know if my birth certificate is a certified copy?

For clarity, official birth certificates usually have the phrase 'Certified Copy' printed somewhere on the document. They're also usually printed on thick paper, sometimes with a watermark, as evidence that the certificate is official.

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What is APPLICATION FOR CERTIFIED COPY OF TEXAS BIRTH OR DEATH CERTIFICATE?

It is a legal document used to request an official copy of a birth or death certificate issued by the state of Texas.

Who is required to file APPLICATION FOR CERTIFIED COPY OF TEXAS BIRTH OR DEATH CERTIFICATE?

The application can be filed by individuals who are the person named in the certificate, their immediate family members, legal guardians, or individuals with a legitimate need or legal interest.

How to fill out APPLICATION FOR CERTIFIED COPY OF TEXAS BIRTH OR DEATH CERTIFICATE?

The application must be filled out with personal information including the name of the individual on the certificate, date and place of birth or death, requestor's details, and purpose of the request. It should be signed and submitted to the appropriate office.

What is the purpose of APPLICATION FOR CERTIFIED COPY OF TEXAS BIRTH OR DEATH CERTIFICATE?

The purpose is to obtain an authenticated copy of a birth or death certificate for legal, personal, or administrative uses.

What information must be reported on APPLICATION FOR CERTIFIED COPY OF TEXAS BIRTH OR DEATH CERTIFICATE?

The application must report the full name of the individual, date of birth or death, place of birth or death, parents' names, as well as the requestor's name, relationship to the individual, and contact information.