Do I need a notary for the local birth record application?

No, the application itself is signed without a notary. However, if you are not the child or a parent named on the requested certificate, the form says notarized authorization is required.

What identification must I provide?

Include copies of either one listed valid photo ID or two listed documents showing your name and address. The form lists driver licenses, non-driver photo ID cards, passports, employment IDs, utility or telephone bills, and recent government-agency letters.

What is the fee for a copy of a birth record?

The application lists a fee of $15 per copy.

Hannibal, NY · Oswego County

No notary required

Application for Local Birth Record

This application requests a copy of a birth record from a local registrar and is completed by the person seeking the record.

What this form is

Use this application to request a copy of a birth record from a local registrar. It asks for the person's name and birth details, the number of copies requested, the applicant's relationship to the person, and the reason for the request. The form lists a $15 fee per copy and requires copies of either one listed photo ID or two listed documents showing the applicant's name and address.

Who needs it

Anyone requesting a local copy of a birth record should complete this application and provide the identification listed on the form.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This application is signed without a notary; if the requester is not the child or a parent named on the record, notarized authorization is required.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the local birth record application.
2
Complete The Application
Provide the birth details, applicant information, requested number of copies, and purpose for the record.
3
Gather Identification
Include copies of one listed photo ID or two listed documents showing your name and address.
4
Submit To The City
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the local birth record application?: No, the application itself is signed without a notary. However, if you are not the child or a parent named on the requested certificate, the form says notarized authorization is required.
How do I submit the local birth record application?: Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
What identification must I provide?: Include copies of either one listed valid photo ID or two listed documents showing your name and address. The form lists driver licenses, non-driver photo ID cards, passports, employment IDs, utility or telephone bills, and recent government-agency letters.
What is the fee for a copy of a birth record?: The application lists a fee of $15 per copy.

Need something notarized?

This Application for Local Birth Record doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Hannibal form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.