Authorized vs. Informational Birth Certificate Copies

When you need a replacement certified birth certificate, you may be presented with the choice between an authorized copy and an informational copy of your birth certificate. There are some key differences between the two that you need to know to ensure you order the right replacement birth certificate.

For starters, both types are considered certified birth certificate copies since your state or county records office is the one that issues both. However, informational certified copies are not considered official birth certificates or legal documents you can use for identification purposes. 

Only authorized birth certificate copies are considered official birth certificates and legal identification documents. In addition, certain personal information can be hidden on informational copies, whereas it will not be hidden on official authorized certified birth certificates. 

Furthermore, you cannot use informational copies to register for school, get a passport, and so on. They are only useful for genealogical purposes. To learn more about the differences between authorized vs. informational birth certificate copies, we invite you to continue reviewing the following infographic.

Afterward, to order an authorized replacement birth certificate, visit FastFilings.com to fill out our simple online application to receive your new authorized certified birth certificate copy quickly and easily today!