Obtain In Person

To obtain a certificate in person, valid picture identification is required. A short application will need to be completed.  

•  For birth certificates: only the person named on the record, an immediate family member, a person with written permission from persons named on the certificate or a legal representative may obtain certified   copies. Birth certificates are $20 for one and $3 for each addition that is issued at the same time on the same record.

• For death certificates: Only an immediate family member, a person with written permission from an immediate family member, and a legal representative may obtain certified copies. Death certificates are $20 for one and $3 for each additional that is issued at the same time on the same record.

• Using your credit card or debit card:  In response to customer requests, both debit cards and credit cards can be used to purchase a birth certificate.  Your card must have a VISA or Mastercard logo on it.  Debit cards can only be used for over-the-counter requests.  Credit cards can be used for both over-the-counter and faxed requests.

• Certificates are obtained immediately.  
  

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  NON-CITY OF MILWAUKEE BIRTHS  

• Born outside city limits but within Milwaukee County call: (414)-278-4003
• Born outside Milwaukee County but elsewhere within the State call:(608)-266-1373