Decide how you want to order a copy of a birth certificate. If you are in Frankfort, Kentucky you can go to the Office of Vital Statistics at 275 E. Main Street Monday through Friday and get a copy of a birth certificate in person the same day. The cost is $10.00 and this is actually the fastest way to get copies of vital records. However, the Frankfort office is the only place where you can do this.
Download the application form using the link below to request a copy of a birth certificate by mail. Fill out the form and mail it along with a check or money order for $10.00 payable to the “Kentucky State Treasurer” (do not send cash). The mailing address is: Office of Vital Statistics, 275 E. Main Street 1E-A, Frankfort, KY 40621.
Get birth certificate copies faster by using VitalChek to order using a credit card, by phone, fax, or online. To order online, click on the link at the end of this article and then choose the online order option at the right of the page. For credit card phone orders call tool free (877) 817-7362. Place a fax order at (877) 435-5584. VitalChek does charge an additional fee so be aware that these options will cost more.
Speed up delivery if you need a copy of a birth certificate quickly by specifying UPS when you order through VitalChek. The shipping cost will be added to your fee.
