Births and Deaths that Occurred in Mecklenburg County from 1913 - Present
The person listed on the certificate or their immediate family may submit a request online, in person, or by mail. The cost for a certificate is $10.
Births and Deaths that Occurred Anywhere in North Carolina from 1971 - Present
The person listed on the certificate or their immediate family may submit a request in person only. The cost for the service is $24.00 (this covers researching the certificate in the North Carolina state registry and one copy of the certificate). Additional certificates from the same search are $15 each.
Request a birth or death certificate online.
Request a Birth or Death Certificate by Mail
Download and print the appropriate form listed below and mail the completed form along with any required documentation and payment to:
Office of Vital Records
618 N. College St.
Charlotte, NC 28202
Request a Birth or Death Certificate in Person
Visit the Office of Vital Records during business hours and bring any of the following forms of identification:
Current state-issued driver’s license
Current state-issued non-driver photo ID card
Current Passport or Visa (must include photo)
Current U.S. military ID
Current Department of Corrections photo ID card dated within the last year
Current state or U.S. government agency photo ID card
Current student ID card
Be sure to have the following information:
Full name of the person named on the birth or death certificate
For birth certificates only: Date of birth, father's full name, mother's full maiden name
Search for birth and death records online.
When you attain a Birth Certificate you will receive a flyer highlighting the following Information.
Sweet Dreams, Safe Sleep
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Keep Kids Safe from Lead: Know the Facts
Lead isn’t just a buzzword—it can affect your child’s health and learning. Paint in homes built before 1978 is a common culprit. Lead can also be in household items such as cooking utensils, toys and consumer products from other countries. Talk to your child’s doctor to determine if they need to be tested for lead before they turn 1 year old. Breastfeeding moms should talk to their doctor about testing, too. Learn more about keeping your family safe from lead.
Last But Not Least: You Matter Too!
Parenting comes with juggling emotions and increased stress. You deserve support! If you're feeling overwhelmed, not like yourself, anxious or unsure, don’t hesitate to reach out. The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline can help. It is a free and confidential hotline for pregnant individuals, new parents and families. Call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) anytime, 24/7, in over 60 languages. This is not an emergency line. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, call 988. For medical or life-threatening emergencies, always call 911 first. Link: National Maternal Mental Health Hotline.
All information follows national guidelines and is current as of 10/1/2024. Following all advice does not guarantee an injury will not occur as many variables play a role in your child’s safety. Consult your pediatrician or care provider with specific questions.