New Mexico Birth Certificates From New Mexico Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics
New Mexico Birth Certificate Types
Certified Birth Certificate – Certified copies of birth certificates that may be used for practically all legal purposes, including proof of citizenship, school enrollment, personal identification, passports, social security, and employment. Birth certificates are available for all births since 1889.
Certified Birth Certificate
Other Types of Birth Certificates
Who Can Receive A Copy?
Under New Mexico law, birth certificates of births less than 100 years old are considered “closed records.” Only individuals showing a legitimate and tangible interest may be issued certified copies of birth certificates upon paying the appropriate fees, providing proof of identification, and filling out the application form:
New Mexico Vital Statistics Agency Information
New Mexico Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics
The New Mexico Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics keeps records and issues certificates of vital events, such as birth, death, marriage, and divorce.
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New Mexico Birth Certificates
New Mexico Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics issues certified copies of birth certificates, typically acceptable for most legal purposes, including proof of citizenship, school enrollment, personal identification, passports, social security, and employment.
Visit the New Mexico Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics’ official page for more information.
