How do I get my original birth certificate if I was adopted in Illinois?

Adopted persons born in Illinois may now request a non-certified copy of the Original Birth Certificate (OBC) from The IL Department of Public Health or call 877-323-5299 for more information.

When did Illinois open adoption records?

(1) On or after the effective date of this amendatory Act of the 96th General Assembly, any adult adopted or surrendered person who was born in Illinois prior to January 1, 1946, may complete and file with the Registry a Request for a Non-Certified Copy of an Original Birth Certificate.

How do I get a copy of my birth certificate in Lake County IL?

1. Completed Birth Record Request Form (fillable PDF), printed, and signed.
2. Photocopy of valid identification is required (acceptable ID is listed on form)
3. Check or money order payable to the Lake County Clerk.
4. Self-addressed envelope with sufficient first-class U.S. postage stamp affixed.
5. Mail all items to:

Does Illinois have an adoption reunion registry?

Were you born in Illinois? Adopted.com is proud to offer an Illinois state adoption reunion registry where you can meet by mutual consent without having to open records.

How do you get a birth certificate without an ID in Illinois?

If you do not have an ID, you may need the help of a service provider or attorney. There may be a fee charged for birth certificates from other states. > Bring Proof of Residency and a $10 fee.

How long does it take to get birth certificate Lake County IL?

6-8 weeks
Getting a government-issued copy of a birth certificate in Lake County usually takes 6-8 weeks.

Does an adoption certificate replace a birth certificate?

Once an Adoption Order has been granted a copy of the Adoption Order relating to each child will be sent to you from the Court where the Adoption hearing took place. This document is known as an adoption certificate and replaces the original birth certificate for all legal purposes.

How do I request a birth record in Lake County?

You don’t need to visit our office. You can order: Staff will be available to answer questions and provide information from 8:30 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday. You can call 847-377-2400 or email [email protected]. Who Can Request a Birth Record?

How do I get a copy of my marriage certificate in Illinois?

In addition, the Lake County Clerk’s office issues licenses for marriages and civil unions that occur in Lake County, Illinois. Certified copies of these records may be obtained from the Vital Records Department by eligible individuals.

How do I get a copy of my birth certificate?

For faster service bring completed Birth Record Request Form (fillable PDF), printed, and signed Record is requested and mailed to customer through the U.S. Postal Service’s first-class mail Record can be sent to a street address or P.O. box