Camden County Birth Records

Camden County birth records can be obtained through any of the county's 37 municipal registrars or through the New Jersey Office of Vital Statistics. About 510,000 people live in Camden County, making it one of the more densely populated counties in southern New Jersey. From Camden City to Cherry Hill to Voorhees, each municipality keeps its own set of birth certificates. This guide walks through how to locate and request a certified copy of a birth record from Camden County, whether the birth happened recently or decades ago.

Where to Get Camden County Birth Certificates

The Camden County Clerk at 520 Market Street in Camden City does not issue birth certificates. The Clerk's office handles land records, elections, and business registrations. Birth records in Camden County are managed at the municipal level. Each of the 37 towns has a local registrar who keeps certificates for births that happened in that municipality. This structure is governed by Title 26 of the New Jersey Statutes.

To find the right registrar, use the NJ Department of Health registrar database for Camden County. It provides contact information for all 37 municipal offices. You can search by municipality name to find the phone number and address you need.

The NJ Office of Vital Statistics in Trenton is the main resource for Camden County birth records at the state level. Below is the state Department of Health portal.

The state office holds birth records from 1925 to the present and can process requests for any Camden County municipality.

Camden County Birth Record Request Steps

Start by figuring out which Camden County town the birth took place in. This is usually the location of the hospital or home where the child was born. Once you know the town, you have options for how to get the record.

Visiting the local registrar is the quickest way. Most Camden County municipal clerks handle requests during normal business hours. You will need a valid photo ID and proof of eligibility. New Jersey is a closed record state. Only the person named on the certificate, a parent, legal guardian, or legal representative can request a certified copy. The NJ ordering page explains what counts as acceptable ID and proof of relationship.

For mail orders, send Form REG-27A to the Office of Vital Statistics at P.O. Box 370, Trenton, NJ 08625-0370. Include $25 by check or money order payable to "Treasurer, State of NJ." Processing runs 8 to 12 weeks. Walk-in service at 140 E. Front Street in Trenton provides same-day copies. VitalChek at 877-622-7549 handles phone and online orders with an added fee.

Note: Each extra copy of the same Camden County birth certificate costs just $2 when you order it at the same time as the first.

Major Camden County Municipalities

Camden City is the county seat with a population of about 75,000. The city clerk serves as the registrar of vital statistics for all births within Camden City limits. It is the largest municipality in Camden County and home to several medical facilities where births are registered.

Cherry Hill Township has around 70,000 residents and is one of the busiest suburban municipalities in Camden County for vital records. You can reach the Cherry Hill clerk at 856-488-7820. Voorhees Township, with about 30,000 residents, also handles its own birth records. The Voorhees clerk can be reached at 856-429-4482.

Gloucester Township, Pennsauken, Winslow, Collingswood, and Haddonfield are among the other Camden County communities that maintain birth records through their local clerks. Camden County ranges from large townships to small boroughs like Tavistock and Pine Valley. No matter the size, each town has a registrar responsible for recording births.

The state registrar listing covers all Camden County municipalities. Below is the state resource showing local registrars.

This database helps you find the exact office and phone number for any Camden County town's registrar.

Historical Camden County Birth Records

The New Jersey State Archives holds historical birth records for Camden County through 1924. The Archives is located at 225 West State Street, Level 2, in Trenton. Research visits require an appointment. New Jersey has maintained birth records since 1848, giving Camden County a deep collection of historical vital records.

For records from 1925 to the present, the Office of Vital Statistics is the central source. The CDC's vital records directory for New Jersey confirms that the state office has records from 1918 onward. Camden County residents looking for older family records should plan a visit to the Archives or submit a request through their mail service.

Note: Historical Camden County birth records at the Archives can be valuable for tracing family connections in communities like Haddonfield, one of the oldest towns in southern New Jersey.

Corrections and Amendments

Mistakes on Camden County birth certificates can be corrected through the state. The NJ vital record modification forms handle name changes, date corrections, and updates to parent information. Some fixes are administrative. Others need a court order. The type of error determines the process.

Call the Office of Vital Statistics at 1-866-649-8726 to find out what forms you need for your specific situation. The FAQ page also addresses common questions about fixing errors on New Jersey vital records. Camden County residents should request their current certificate first to confirm exactly what needs changing.

Camden County Adoptee Access

Adoptees born in Camden County may be able to get their original birth certificate. New Jersey changed its adoption records law in 2015. For adoptions finalized on or after August 1, 2015, adult adoptees age 18 and older can request their original birth record directly from the State Registrar. Adoptions finalized before that date still require a court order for access to the original certificate.

The NJ Department of Health adoptees page provides complete instructions and the forms needed to start the process. This resource is important for Camden County adoptees who want to learn more about their birth history.

Cities in Camden County

Several Camden County municipalities have dedicated city pages with more detailed birth record information. Each municipality maintains its own registrar for births that occurred within its boundaries.

Other Camden County municipalities include Pennsauken, Winslow, Collingswood, Haddonfield, Haddon Township, Bellmawr, Lindenwold, and many more. All maintain their own birth records through local registrars.

Nearby Counties

Camden County shares borders with three other New Jersey counties. Confirm the exact location of the birth to make sure you are contacting the right municipality. Birth records are filed where the event took place, not where the parents lived.