How Much Is a Birth Certificate in Ohio? (2026)
A certified copy of a birth certificate in Ohio costs $21.50 from the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Vital Statistics. The $21.50 fee took effect January 1, 2025. Certified marriage copies come from the county probate court. 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 Ohio
- Certified birth certificate: $21.50
- Death certificate (for comparison): $21.50
- Issuing office: Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Vital Statistics
- Online orders: add a VitalChek processing fee
How to get one
You can order a certified birth certificate from the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau 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 $21.50 fee took effect January 1, 2025. Certified marriage copies come from the county probate court. Need a death record too? See our Ohio death certificate cost page.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a birth certificate in Ohio?
A certified copy is $21.50 from the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Vital Statistics. Ordering online adds a VitalChek convenience fee.
Where do I get a birth certificate in Ohio?
From the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Vital Statistics, by mail, in person, or online. The $21.50 fee took effect January 1, 2025. Certified marriage copies come from the county probate court.
Can I order a Ohio birth certificate online?
Yes — most orders go through VitalChek, the state's authorized vendor, which adds a processing fee on top of the $21.50 state price.