How Much Is a Birth Certificate in South Carolina? (2026)
A certified copy of a birth certificate in South Carolina costs $12 from the South Carolina Department of Public Health, Vital Records. By mail it's $12, in person or online $17; expedite is +$5 and additional copies are $3. 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 South Carolina
- Certified birth certificate: $12
- Death certificate (for comparison): $12
- Issuing office: South Carolina Department of Public Health, Vital Records
- Online orders: add a VitalChek processing fee
How to get one
You can order a certified birth certificate from the South Carolina Department of Public Health, Vital Records 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. By mail it's $12, in person or online $17; expedite is +$5 and additional copies are $3. Need a death record too? See our South Carolina death certificate cost page.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a birth certificate in South Carolina?
A certified copy is $12 from the South Carolina Department of Public Health, Vital Records. Ordering online adds a VitalChek convenience fee.
Where do I get a birth certificate in South Carolina?
From the South Carolina Department of Public Health, Vital Records, by mail, in person, or online. By mail it's $12, in person or online $17; expedite is +$5 and additional copies are $3.
Can I order a South Carolina birth certificate online?
Yes — most orders go through VitalChek, the state's authorized vendor, which adds a processing fee on top of the $12 state price.