Cost Saving Access for New Mexico Birth, Death Certificates
“This is an important step in making government more effective and efficient,” said Governor Susana Martinez. “This change will save taxpayer dollars and streamline our records services across the state, helping New Mexicans in communities large and small get the help they need.”
Residents wishing to obtain a certified copy of their birth certificate can continue to visit any of the more than 20 Vital Records offices across New Mexico; however, the new VitalChek service may be of particular benefit for rural New Mexicans.
“This new, lower-cost option for ordering birth and death certificates will be convenient for New Mexicans, allowing them to obtain a certificate from their own homes,” said Department of Health Cabinet Secretary Lynn Gallagher. “Ordering a certificate online or by phone will also greatly reduce the wait time for receiving a certificate compared to mail-order options.”
While Vital Records has offered online or phone ordering in the past, customers will now have options for lower-cost shipping. Customers will continue to receive expedited processing via VitalChek in three to five business days. Costs for processing and shipping birth and death certificates via U. S. Mail delivery are now $26.00 for a birth certificate and $21.00 for a death certificate. Prior cost for mail delivery was $45.00.
Customers are encouraged to order certificates by calling the toll free VitalChek number 1-877-284-0963 or by accessing the VitalChek Express Certificate Service website.
To get your birth certificate, you’ll need to provide several required documents to prove your identity and age. Please see our List of Acceptable Documents for Obtaining a Birth Record document for details.
Birth certificates are only issued to the applicant, immediate family members, or those who represent tangible proof of legal interest. Additionally, Vital Records only issues certificates for individuals born within the state of New Mexico.
For more information, visit the Vital Records section of our website.
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Acceso de ahorros de costes para certificados de nacimiento y de defunción en Nuevo México