Burlington County Birth Record Search

Burlington County birth records are maintained by 40 separate municipal registrars throughout this south-central New Jersey county. With a population of about 470,000, Burlington County is one of the larger counties in the state by both area and residents. To request a certified birth certificate, you need to contact the clerk in the town where the birth took place or use the state office in Trenton. Burlington County stretches from suburban communities near Philadelphia to rural pine lands in the east, and every municipality keeps its own records.

Burlington County Birth Certificate Offices

The Burlington County Clerk at 49 Rancocas Road in Mount Holly does not issue birth certificates. The Clerk handles land records and election services. For birth records, Burlington County residents must contact either a municipal registrar or the state. This setup follows Title 26 of the New Jersey Statutes, which places vital records duties at the local level.

The Burlington County government website offers an overview of county services and departments. Here is the county portal.

While helpful for many county services, birth certificate requests need to go through local registrars or the state office.

Each of Burlington County's 40 municipalities has a registrar. The NJ Department of Health registrar listing for Burlington County shows every office with contact details.

This state database is the most reliable way to find the right Burlington County office for your birth record request.

How to Request Burlington County Birth Records

Getting a birth certificate from Burlington County starts with knowing the town where the birth happened. If you know the town, contact that municipality's clerk. Most Burlington County clerks can issue certified copies during office hours. Bring a valid government photo ID. You must be eligible under New Jersey law, which limits access to the person on the record, parents, legal guardians, and legal representatives.

The NJ Office of Vital Statistics provides an alternative path. The state office keeps Burlington County birth records from 1925 to the present. You can order by mail using Form REG-27A. Send it with a check or money order for $25 to P.O. Box 370, Trenton, NJ 08625-0370. Allow 8 to 12 weeks for processing. Walk-in service at 140 E. Front Street, Trenton gives you same-day results. The center is open weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

VitalChek handles phone and online orders at 877-622-7549. This option is good for Burlington County residents who cannot visit an office. An extra service fee applies beyond the $25 state charge. Additional copies of the same Burlington County birth record cost $2 each when ordered together.

Key Burlington County Municipalities

Mount Laurel Township is the largest community in Burlington County with about 45,000 residents. The township clerk handles a high volume of vital records requests. Below is the Mount Laurel municipal website.

Mount Laurel residents and anyone born in the township can contact the clerk for certified copies of birth certificates.

Moorestown Township has about 20,000 residents and its own registrar. Burlington City is one of the oldest settlements in New Jersey, with colonial roots that make it a rich source of historical records. Mount Holly, the county seat, also maintains its own birth records through the municipal clerk. Each of these Burlington County towns operates its own vital records office.

Other Burlington County municipalities include Evesham, Willingboro, Cinnaminson, Maple Shade, Medford, Bordentown, Pemberton, and many more. With 40 towns in all, Burlington County has one of the widest distributions of registrars in southern New Jersey.

Note: Contact the Burlington County Clerk at 609-265-5122 if you need help figuring out which municipality to contact for a birth record.

Historical Records in Burlington County

Burlington County has some of the deepest colonial roots in New Jersey. Burlington City was one of the earliest European settlements in the state. Birth records from these early communities are part of the state's historical collection. The New Jersey State Archives holds birth records through 1924 for all Burlington County towns. The Archives is at 225 West State Street, Level 2, Trenton, and requires an appointment for visits.

New Jersey began recording births in 1848. The CDC vital records directory notes that the state office holds records from 1918 forward. For Burlington County families with long histories in the area, the Archives is the best source for older records. Genealogists and historians often use these records to trace family lines through Burlington County's mix of Quaker, colonial, and immigrant communities.

Correcting Burlington County Birth Records

Errors on a Burlington County birth certificate can be fixed. The NJ vital record modification forms cover name corrections, date changes, and parent information updates. Simple clerical mistakes often do not need a court order. Bigger changes may require one.

Burlington County residents can call 1-866-649-8726 for guidance from the Office of Vital Statistics. The contact page also lists options for reaching staff by mail or in person. Processing times vary based on the type of correction and the documents you provide.

Note: Always request your current Burlington County birth certificate first to see exactly what needs to be corrected before filing any forms.

Burlington County Adoptee Birth Records

Adoptees born in Burlington County can access their original birth certificates under certain conditions. New Jersey law changed in 2015. Adoptions finalized on or after August 1, 2015 allow adult adoptees to request their original record from the state. For older adoptions, a court order is still required. The NJ Department of Health adoptees page walks through the full process step by step.

Nearby Counties

Burlington County shares borders with several other counties. If you need a birth record and are unsure which county it falls in, check the exact address where the birth took place. Records are filed by municipality, not by county.