Tucson Birth Records

Tucson residents get birth certificates through Pima County Health Department. The city does not operate its own vital records office. Pima County runs two locations in Tucson. The main office is at 3950 South Country Club Road. A northwest location sits at 1010 West Miracle Mile. Both offices offer limited same day service. Mail processing takes four to six weeks due to REAL ID demand. Pima County has Arizona birth records from 1950 to present. Call 520-724-7932 for information about which office is closest to your home in Tucson.

Pima County Handles Tucson Birth Records

Tucson uses the Pima County vital records system. The city does not run its own vital records office. All Tucson residents apply through one of two Pima County offices. The main office at 3950 South Country Club Road, Suite 100, is open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8am to 3:30pm with a lunch closure from 1pm to 2pm. The northwest office at 1010 West Miracle Mile is open Tuesday and Thursday from 8:15am to 4:15pm. Both locations serve the greater Tucson area.

Limited same day service is available at both offices. This means same day service works for most people but is not guaranteed during busy times. Mail requests currently take four to six weeks due to increased demand from REAL ID requirements. If you need a birth certificate quickly, visiting in person is your best option. Learn more at www.pima.gov/2398/Vital-Records.

Two Tucson Office Locations

The main Pima County vital records office is at 3950 South Country Club Road, Suite 100. This location serves central and southern Tucson. Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8am to 3:30pm with a one hour lunch break from 1pm to 2pm. Drop boxes are available for after hours submissions. The northwest office at 1010 West Miracle Mile serves northwest Tucson, Oro Valley, and Marana. Hours are Tuesday and Thursday from 8:15am to 4:15pm. Visit whichever location is most convenient for you.

Both offices can issue birth certificates for Arizona births from 1950 to present. For births before 1950, you may need to contact the state office in Phoenix. Same day service is limited at both locations. Bring your photo ID and proof of your relationship to the person on the birth certificate. Staff will review your documents and process your request if same day service is available that day.

REAL ID Causing Processing Delays

Pima County is experiencing longer processing times for mail requests. REAL ID demand has increased birth certificate requests significantly. People need birth certificates to get REAL ID driver licenses. This surge has caused mail processing to take four to six weeks instead of two to three weeks. If you need a birth certificate soon, visit an office in person for limited same day service. Plan ahead if you are mailing a request. Apply at least two months before you need the document.

No Cash Accepted

Pima County does not accept cash for vital records. This applies to in person visits and mail requests. You must pay by check, money order, Visa, or Mastercard. This policy is unusual among Arizona counties. Bring a check, money order, or credit card when you visit. Do not bring cash. For mail, include a check or money order. Make payment payable to Pima County Health Department for $20 per birth certificate.

Eligibility Requirements

Arizona law limits 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.

Spanish Language Services

Pima County provides Spanish language examples of vital records forms. These examples show what information you need to provide. Forms you submit must be in English, but Spanish examples help Spanish speakers understand requirements. Staff at both Tucson offices can assist Spanish speaking residents with the application process. Tucson has a large Spanish speaking population and the county serves all residents.

Online Ordering Option

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. Standard delivery takes about one week, which is faster than Pima County's current four to six week mail processing time.

Nearby Cities

Tucson is part of a larger metro area that includes Marana, Oro Valley, and Sahuarita. All use the Pima County vital records system. Visit our Pima County page for complete details on both office locations and services.