Dublin Birth Records
Birth records for Dublin are filed through the Franklin County Bureau of Vital Records in Columbus. Dublin straddles the line between Franklin County and Delaware County, but most of the city falls in Franklin County and that office handles the bulk of birth certificate requests. The bureau issues certified copies for anyone born in Ohio from 1908 to the present. This page covers all the ways Dublin residents can search for and order birth certificates, including walk-in, mail, and online options.
Dublin Birth Records at a Glance
Franklin County Handles Dublin Birth Records
Dublin is primarily in Franklin County, with a small portion in Delaware County. The Franklin County Bureau of Vital Records serves Dublin residents from 240 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215-5331. Call 877-648-0605 to reach the office. They issue certified copies of birth certificates for events that took place in Ohio from 1908 to the present. Newborn certificates become available about 8 to 10 weeks after the birth.
The Columbus Public Health Office of Vital Statistics is at the same address, 240 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, OH 43215. This office assists with issuing certified copies for births in Ohio and deaths in Franklin County from 1908 to now. They also register births, deaths, and fetal deaths in Franklin County, issue burial permits, and help with paternity affidavits. If you need to correct a birth certificate that was issued in Franklin County, this is the office that handles it.
Note: Parts of Dublin in Delaware County may need to work with the Delaware County General Health District for some records.
For mail orders to the Franklin County office, include the full name at birth, date of birth, and both parents' names with the mother's maiden name. A self-addressed stamped envelope speeds up the return. Walk-in orders are processed the same day in most cases. The office staff can also help with paternity affidavits and corrections to existing birth certificates. If you find an error on a Dublin birth certificate, such as a misspelled name or wrong date, this is the office that can fix it.
Dublin Birth Certificate Resources
The Franklin County Bureau of Vital Records VitalChek page shows online ordering options for Dublin and all Franklin County residents.
This page lets you start an online order for a certified birth certificate. VitalChek charges a processing fee on top of the base cost and offers several shipping speeds.
The Franklin County Probate Court website shows their records and services page for historical vital records and other court filings.
The probate court holds birth records from 1867 to 1908 for the Dublin area. They are at 373 S. High Street, 22nd Floor, Columbus, OH 43215. Call 614-525-3899 for details.
Ohio State Birth Records for Dublin
The Ohio Department of Health Bureau of Vital Statistics at 4200 Surface Road, Columbus, OH 43228, is another option. Phone 614-466-2531. State copies cost $21.50 each. Dublin residents can order from the state office online or by mail. Mail requests go to PO Box 15098, Columbus, Ohio 43215-0098. State online orders take about three weeks to process.
Under Ohio Revised Code Section 3705.24, the state sets a minimum fee of twelve dollars for certified copies. A five-dollar surcharge on each copy goes to the state's general operations fund. Local offices must send their collected fees to the Ohio Department of Health within thirty days after each quarter closes. The state fee of $21.50 is lower than what many local offices charge, so it can save you a few dollars if you do not mind the longer wait time.
Birth Record Research in Dublin
The Columbus Metropolitan Library offers extensive genealogy resources for Franklin County including Dublin. The library gives free access to Ancestry.com, HeritageQuest, census records, city directories, and local history collections. Their local history and genealogy division can help with research questions in person or by phone.
The Ohio History Connection Archives and Library in Columbus keeps statewide historical records. They hold death certificates from 1908 to 1953 and other vital records resources. FamilySearch provides free access to digitized Ohio vital records online. Under Ohio Revised Code Section 3705.23, certified copies of vital records have the same standing as originals in all Ohio courts. The copy must show the date of issue, the officer's signature, and the official seal.
Note: Hospital-issued birth certificates are not certified copies and will not be accepted for legal purposes.
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