Hours for Birth Certificates — 8:30 a.m. — 3:00 p.m.

Click here for Birth Certificate Requirements.
Click here for links to Birth Certificate records in other states.

We do not maintain birth records in our parish, nor are they available for public viewing through our system. You may not obtain or view records of others unless you meet the rules and stipulations below. We cannot access records from other states. Our office can provide certified birth records for people who can be present in person (or the representatives listed under Rules and Stipulations). We are unable to mail forms or certificates. If you cannot be present in person, please contact the Office of Vital Records or go to their website. We do not have death certificates – these can only be obtained through Vital Records in New Orleans.

THIS OFFICE IS NOT ALLOWED TO DO GENEOLOGY SEARCHES.

Office of Vital Records, New Orleans:
ph. 504-593-5100
web: Office of Vital Records, New Orleans

Department of Health & Hospitals, State of Louisiana
There are two forms of birth records available: Birth Cards and Birth Certificates.

**Note: As of August 1, 2016 the Fees increased. The cost of each certificate is as follows:

Birth Certificates $34.00

Birth Certificate/Cards $48.00

Death Certificates $26.00.

We cannot alter information printed on the birth records. Any corrections or changes to be made must be done through the office of Vital Records in New Orleans.

Click here for Birth Certificate Requirements.
Click here for links to Birth Certificate records in other states.