Determine whether you need a certified copy of a birth certificate or a birth record verification
Confirm the birth occurred in Michigan
Gather required information, including the full name on the birth record, date of birth, place of birth, parents’ names, and your relationship to the person named on the record
Prepare valid identification if required
Complete the Michigan birth certificate application form
Submit the application by mail, online, or in person through the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services or the local county vital records office, if available
Pay the required fee
Provide any required proof of eligibility if you are requesting someone else’s birth certificate
Wait for processing and delivery of the certified copy
Contact the Michigan Vital Records office or the county clerk for local requirements if needed