Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How long does it take to receive the birth certificate after you receive my request?
A: Certified copies are processed within five working days of receipt of an acceptable request in our office.
Q: Who do I make my check payable to?
A: Vital Records Services.
Q: Will you take a check from my friend for my birth certificate?
A: We will only take a personal check from the person signing the application. A money order should be sent for all other requests.
Q: How do I obtain a certified copy of the paternity forms that we signed to add the father to the birth certificate?
A: Submit an extra $13.00 fee with your request and indicate very plainly on the application that you want a certified copy of the paternity form.
Q: How can I obtain a certified copy of my grandchild's birth certificate?
A: By submitting a photocopy of the filed court order granting you legal guardianship of the child. If you do not have legal guardianship through the court, a parent named on the certificate will need to make the request.
Q: How do I make a correction to a birth certificate?
A: Please submit your questions in writing to our office with your signature and photocopy of ID and the appropriate clerk will contact you with instructions on how to make the correction or if the correction can even be made.
Q: How can I obtain records for genealogy?
A: Death, marriage, and divorce records where the event occurred at least fifty (50) years ago can be obtained from the Wyoming State Archives.
For death records that cannot be obtained from the State Archives, the record must be requested by a member of the immediate family and proof of relationship may be required. Birth records of deceased individuals may be obtained by a member of the immediate family with proof of death and proof of relationship.
Q: How long does it take to receive a Social Security Number/Card for my newborn child?
A: In Wyoming, it takes on average, 3 weeks to receive the social security card in the mail. However, it could take up to 6 weeks to receive the card. If it has been more than 3 weeks you may want to wait another 3 to see if it will arrive. Or you can contact your local Social Security Office.