How Much Is a Birth Certificate in Kansas? (2026)
A certified copy of a birth certificate in Kansas costs $20 from the Kansas Department of Health & Environment, Office of Vital Statistics. The $20 covers a 5-year search plus one copy; online/phone orders add a $15 expedited-service fee. Ordering online usually adds a VitalChek convenience fee on top of the state price.
Verified July 2026 from official sources. How we verify fees.
What it costs in Kansas
- Certified birth certificate: $20
- Death certificate (for comparison): $20
- Issuing office: Kansas Department of Health & Environment, Office of Vital Statistics
- Online orders: add a VitalChek processing fee
How to get one
You can order a certified birth certificate from the Kansas Department of Health & Environment, Office of Vital Statistics by mail, in person, or online. You'll need a valid photo ID and, in most states, a qualifying relationship to the person named on the record. The $20 covers a 5-year search plus one copy; online/phone orders add a $15 expedited-service fee. Need a death record too? See our Kansas death certificate cost page.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a birth certificate in Kansas?
A certified copy is $20 from the Kansas Department of Health & Environment, Office of Vital Statistics. Ordering online adds a VitalChek convenience fee.
Where do I get a birth certificate in Kansas?
From the Kansas Department of Health & Environment, Office of Vital Statistics, by mail, in person, or online. The $20 covers a 5-year search plus one copy; online/phone orders add a $15 expedited-service fee.
Can I order a Kansas birth certificate online?
Yes — most orders go through VitalChek, the state's authorized vendor, which adds a processing fee on top of the $20 state price.