Winnebago County Health Department

Birth Certificates

How to Obtain a Birth Certificate
 
Certified copies of birth certificates can be obtained through the Winnebago County Health Department for persons born in Winnebago County, Illinois.
 
These records may be requested by and released to the mother, the father (if listed on the birth certificate), person named on the certificate if over 18 years old, or a legal guardian or representative with supporting court documents.  Certified copies may be obtained either in person at the Rockford office, through the mail or you can order and pay on line by clicking here: E-Pay.
 
Locations
401 Division Street
Rockford, IL 61104
Eligibility
A certified copy of the birth certificate may be requested and released to the mother, the father (if listed on the birth certificate), person named on the certificate if over 18 years old, or a legal guardian or representative with supporting court documents
Cost
The cost of a certified copy is $12.00.  Additional copies of the same certificate that are purchased at the same time are $4.00 per copy.
How do I get services?
The following information is required to obtain a birth certificate:
  • NAME OF CHILD
  • DATE OF BIRTH
  • HOSPITAL WHERE BIRTH TOOK PLACE
  • MOTHER'S FULL MAIDEN NAME
  • SIGNATURE OF REQUESTING PARTY
  • RELATIONSHIP TO CHILD
  • CURRENT DRIVER'S LICENSE OR STATE ID

To obtain a certified copy of a birth certificate, please bring the above information to the Winnebago County Health Department (401 Division Street) or submit your request by mail to the address below:

Winnebago County Health Department
ATTN: Vital Records
401 Division Street
Rockford, IL 61104

Hours
Monday through Friday: 8 AM - 4:30 PM
Contact
815-720-4020