Florida Department of Health

Florida Department of Health — Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics

Official source

Sourced from Florida Department of Health, last checked 2026-08-17. View source

Resource URL: https://kindlocator.org/resource/florida-bureau-of-vital-statistics

What they offer

  • vital records / birth certificates

Who this may help

Birth certificates less than 100 years old are restricted: only the registrant (18+), parent listed on the record, legal guardian or legal representative may order, with valid photo ID.

How to start

Confirm current hours and eligibility before traveling; this source reports walk-in access.

Hours & availability

Lobby Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Location & access

Address
1217 N Pearl St, Jacksonville, FL 32202
Coverage
Florida statewide
How to connect
Phone, Online, In person, Walk in

Languages

English, Spanish

Listed as offering—confirm language availability when you call.

Contact

Website
Website
Contact notes
Fees for direct orders: $9 first computer-generated certificate, $4 each additional, $14 first photocopy certificate, $1 shipping, $10 rush. Mail: Florida Department of Health, Vital Statistics, P.O. Box 210, Jacksonville, FL 32231-0042. Any Florida county health department can also process Florida birth records; VitalChek is DOH's only recommended online vendor.

Before you contact them

  • Confirm eligibility and what documents—if any—are required.
  • If visiting, confirm the location, hours, and appointment requirements.
  • Ask about language or accessibility needs.