Mesa Birth Certificates

Mesa residents get birth certificates through Maricopa County Public Health vital records offices. The city does not run its own vital records office. Maricopa County operates five locations across the Phoenix metro area where you can request birth records. The Mesa office at 331 East Coury Avenue serves the East Valley and is the closest location for most Mesa residents.. All five offices offer same day service for walk in requests. You can get certified copies for any Arizona birth at any location. The county uses a paperless electronic tablet system for applications. Call 602-506-6805 for help finding the office nearest to your home in Mesa.

Maricopa County Offices Serve Mesa

Mesa uses the Maricopa County vital records system. All residents of Mesa apply through one of five county offices. Mesa residents typically use the East Valley office at 331 East Coury Avenue in Mesa. All five offices provide the same services. You can visit whichever location is most convenient. Each office can issue a birth certificate for any Arizona birth. Same day service is available at all locations.

The five Maricopa County vital records offices are at Phoenix (1645 E Roosevelt St), Mesa (331 E Coury Ave), Peoria (8088 W Whitney Dr, Suite 2A), Glendale (5141 W Lamar Rd), and Goodyear (14130 W McDowell Rd). Hours vary by location but most are open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8am to 4:30pm, with Wednesday hours from 9am to 4:30pm. Learn more at www.maricopa.gov/2770/Vital-Records.

Same Day Service Available

All five Maricopa County offices offer same day service for walk in requests. Visit any office during open hours. Bring your photo ID. If you are requesting someone else's birth certificate, bring documents that prove your relationship to that person. Staff give you an electronic tablet to fill out your application. The paperless system makes processing faster. Most people get their birth certificate within an hour or less.

Appointments are not needed for getting birth certificates. Walk ins are welcome during regular hours. Appointments are required only for corrections and amendments to birth certificates. If you need to change information on a birth certificate, call 602-506-6805 to schedule an appointment. The $30 amendment fee applies instead of the standard $20 certificate fee.

Electronic Tablet Applications

Maricopa County uses electronic tablets for vital records applications. When you visit any office, staff give you a tablet. You fill out your application on the tablet instead of using paper forms. The system walks you through each required field. You enter your name, address, and relationship to the person on the birth certificate. The tablet also collects payment info if you pay by credit or debit card.

The paperless system reduces errors and speeds up processing. Staff can see your application right away. The tablet will not let you skip required fields. Most people find the tablets easy to use. Staff are available to help if you need guidance. This modern system helps Maricopa County provide same day service even with high request volumes.

Fees and Payment Options

Certified birth certificates cost $20 each through Maricopa County. Each additional copy also costs $20. Amendments cost $30. Non-certified copies for genealogy research cost $5. The county accepts cash, money orders, checks, and credit or debit cards. A processing fee may apply for card payments. For mail requests, do not send cash. Use a check, money order, or provide credit card information.

Who Can Request Birth Records

Arizona law restricts who can get birth certificates. You must be an eligible requester. The person on the birth certificate can get their own record if they are 18 or older. Parents listed on the certificate can request copies anytime. A spouse can get a copy with a marriage certificate. Grandparents, adult children, and adult siblings may request copies if they prove their relationship. All requesters must show valid photo ID and proof of relationship.

Spanish Language Services

Maricopa County provides vital records forms in English and Spanish. The electronic tablets used for applications are available in Spanish. Tell staff when you check in if you prefer Spanish. They will set up the tablet in Spanish for you. The county serves the large Spanish speaking population across the Phoenix metro area including Mesa.

Online Ordering Through VitalChek

You can order Arizona birth certificates online through VitalChek at www.vitalchek.com. VitalChek is the state's official online vendor. Service is available 24 hours a day. You pay by credit or debit card. VitalChek charges service fees on top of the $20 state fee. Shipping costs extra. Online ordering is convenient if you cannot visit a Mesa area office in person.

Nearby Phoenix Metro Cities

Mesa is part of the Phoenix metro area. All cities in the area use the Maricopa County vital records system. Visit our Maricopa County page for complete details on all five office locations and services. You can also see our cities page for all qualifying Arizona cities.