If you were born in the state of Texas, and you need a copy of your Texas birth certificate, there is a process that must be followed, as well as several documents that must be provided.  With today’s modern technology, now the Texas birth certificate can be ordered online via the official government website for the state of Texas.  Of course, there are certain requirements that must be met in order to obtain them.  The first and most commonly needed item is a valid state-issued driver’s license or a government issued ID card.  When you place the order for the Texas birth certificate, it must be delivered to a United States address or to one of the United States territories.  When ordering the birth certificate, you must also have a valid credit card.  All of this criterion must be met in order to order your Texas birth certificate online.  Otherwise, you will be required to fill out a form and order one in person or by mail.

If you decide to order your Texas birth certificate in person or by mail, you must complete the required forms fully and completely.  In addition, you must provide a copy of a valid and current photo ID.  The cost for the Texas birth certificate is $22 but this amount is subject to change at any time.  When ordering through the mail it can take 6-8 weeks for the birth certificate to arrive.  If you decide to order it in person, it can take anywhere from 30 minutes to over 2 hours, depending on the circumstances at that time.  Heirloom Texas birth certificates can also be purchased for a $60 fee.  Some processing charges such as expedited delivery may cost extra.  When ordering a copy of your Texas birth certificate, be sure you have everything you need ahead of time to ensure a smooth and timely process.