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WISCONSIN BIRTH CERTIFICATE APPLICATION
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F-05291 (Rev. 11/2016)
1. What is the difference between a “certified” and an “uncertified” copy of a birth certificate?
A CERTIFIED COPY:
 Is printed on security paper, has a raised seal, and shows the signature of the State Registrar or Local Registrar.
 Can be used for legal purposes.
 Can only be obtained with a direct and tangible interest as defined in Wis. Stat. § 69.20(1).
AN UNCERTIFIED COPY:
 Is printed on plain paper and marked “uncertified.”
 Is for information purposes only and cannot be used for identity or legal purposes.
 Contains the same information as a certified copy.
2. Limitations on access to certain birth certificates
According to Wis. Stat. ch. 69, uncertified copies of the following types of birth certificates may not be obtained by anyone:
 A child born to unmarried parents and paternity has not been established.
 A child born to unmarried parents and paternity was established by court order.
3. How long will it take to process my request?
APPLYING IN PERSON
Requests for certified copies of birth certificates are usually completed within 2 business hours of application, if the birth
certificate is on file.
Requests for uncertified copies of birth certificates are not completed on the same schedule as requests for certified copies. In-
person requests for uncertified copies may take up to 1 month to complete.
APPLYING BY MAIL
Requests for certified copies of birth certificates may take up to 2 weeks plus mail time to complete.
Requests for uncertified copies of birth certificates are not completed on the same schedule as certified copies. Mail requests
for uncertified copies may take up to 1 month plus mail time.
4. What identification is required when applying for a birth certificate?
Requests for certified copies require proof of identification. Applicant’s original ID is required for in-person applications. A photocopy of
the applicant’s ID is required for mail applications.
At least one form of ID must show your name and address. Expired cards or documents will not be accepted.
Examples of acceptable forms of identification include:
One of these:
OR
Two of these:
 Bank/Earnings statement
State issued driver’s license or ID card
US Government issued photo ID
 Current, dated, signed lease
 Health insurance card
US or Foreign passport
 Utility bill or traffic ticket
Tribal or Military ID card
 Vehicle registration/title
If you have questions regarding this form, please call 608-266-1373
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