South Dakota Department of Health, Office of Vital Records · South Dakota state form
Application for Adoption Information Adult Adoptee
Adult adoptees use this application to request their original birth certificate issued before adoption from the Office of Vital Records.
- What this form is
- This application is for adoptees age 18 or older who want to obtain their original birth certificate from before adoption. It requests applicant contact details, information to locate the original certificate, and details from the birth certificate following adoption. Applicants must provide a clear copy of government-issued photo ID with a signature or sign the application in front of a notary public. The form also lists a per-copy fee and payment options.
- Who needs it
- Adoptees who are at least 18 and want to request their original birth certificate from before adoption need this application.
- Why it needs a notary
- A notary is needed if you do not submit a clear copy of government-issued photo ID with your signature. You can sign online with a commissioned online notary.
- How to submit it
- Complete all sections, include a clear copy of signed government-issued photo ID or sign before a notary, and include payment. The form lists Vital Records at 221 W Capitol Ave, Pierre, SD 57501.
Questions
Who can use the adult adoptee application?
The form is intended for adoptees who are at least 18 years old and are requesting their original certificate of birth from before adoption. It says others should contact Vital Records for further instruction.
Do I need a notary for this application?
Not necessarily. The form allows you to submit a clear copy of government-issued photo ID that contains your signature, or sign the application in front of a notary public. You can use a commissioned online notary for the notarized-signature option.
What information and payment does the application request?
The application asks for applicant information and details about the original and post-adoption birth certificates. It lists a $15-per-copy fee and accepts cash, check, or money order; checks and money orders should be payable to South Dakota Vital Records.