How Much Is a Birth Certificate in New Mexico? (2026)
A certified copy of a birth certificate in New Mexico costs $10 from the New Mexico Bureau of Vital Records & Health Statistics. Online orders through VitalChek run about $26 by mail or $44.50 next-day. Marriage records are held at the county. 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 New Mexico
- Certified birth certificate: $10
- Death certificate (for comparison): $5
- Issuing office: New Mexico Bureau of Vital Records & Health Statistics
- Online orders: add a VitalChek processing fee
How to get one
You can order a certified birth certificate from the New Mexico Bureau of Vital Records & Health 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. Online orders through VitalChek run about $26 by mail or $44.50 next-day. Marriage records are held at the county. Need a death record too? See our New Mexico death certificate cost page.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a birth certificate in New Mexico?
A certified copy is $10 from the New Mexico Bureau of Vital Records & Health Statistics. Ordering online adds a VitalChek convenience fee.
Where do I get a birth certificate in New Mexico?
From the New Mexico Bureau of Vital Records & Health Statistics, by mail, in person, or online. Online orders through VitalChek run about $26 by mail or $44.50 next-day. Marriage records are held at the county.
Can I order a New Mexico birth certificate online?
Yes — most orders go through VitalChek, the state's authorized vendor, which adds a processing fee on top of the $10 state price.