Kaysville Birth Records

Kaysville birth records are held by the Davis County Health Department. The office sits in Farmington, just a short drive south. Residents can get certified copies of birth certificates for births that took place in Davis County from 1973 to the present. Older birth records go back to 1905 at the state office. You can order a Kaysville birth certificate online, by mail, or in person. Walk-in visits are fastest. This page covers where to go, what to bring, and how to request vital records in Kaysville.

Where to Get Kaysville Birth Records

Kaysville is part of Davis County. The Davis County Health Department handles all birth certificate requests for the area. Their office is at 61 South Main Street in Farmington, Utah 84025. Birth records are available here. This is the main location for Kaysville residents who need a birth certificate. The office is open on weekdays. Call ahead to check the current schedule.

The Farmington office holds birth records for Davis County from 1973 to the present. Older vital records require a different office. If you need a birth record from before 1973, contact the Utah Office of Vital Records and Statistics in Salt Lake City. The state office keeps birth certificates from 1905 forward. Kaysville residents can also use the state SILVER online system to order birth record copies without leaving home.

The Davis County Health Department page shows office locations and details for Kaysville area birth certificate requests.

This resource lists the Farmington office as the primary location for Kaysville birth records.

Note: The Davis County vital records office in Farmington is the closest location for Kaysville residents seeking birth certificates.

Ordering Birth Certificates in Kaysville

Three options exist for ordering a birth certificate in Kaysville. Each method has its own timeline. Pick the one that fits your needs best.

In-person visits are the fastest. Drive to the Davis County Health Department at 61 South Main in Farmington. Bring your photo ID, fill out a short birth record application, and pay the fee. Most walk-in birth certificate requests are done the same day. Speed matters here. This is ideal when you need a Kaysville birth record right away.

Online orders go through the state SILVER system. You create an account on the Utah vital records site, complete the birth certificate request form, and pay with a credit card. Delivery takes 3 to 4 weeks by mail. VitalChek is another option that lets you order Davis County birth records online with expedited shipping.

Mail requests go to the Davis County Health Department or to the state office in Salt Lake City. Include a filled-out birth certificate form, a copy of your photo ID (front and back), and a check or money order. Do not send cash. Allow 2 to 4 weeks for mail orders to arrive.

• In person at the Farmington office for same-day service
• Online through SILVER or VitalChek
• By mail with an application and ID copy
• Phone orders through VitalChek for rush delivery

Kaysville Birth Record Requirements

You need a valid photo ID to get a birth certificate in Kaysville. ID is mandatory. A driver's license, passport, or military ID will work. If you lack a photo ID, two forms of secondary ID are accepted. These include a Social Security card, voter card, or school ID. Under Utah Code Title 26, Chapter 2, every live birth in the state must have a birth certificate filed within 10 days.

Not everyone can request a Kaysville birth record. Access is restricted by law. Utah limits who may obtain a birth certificate less than 100 years old. The person named on the birth record can request it. Parents, siblings, a spouse, children, grandchildren, and grandparents also qualify. A legal representative with proper paperwork can act on behalf of an eligible person. Anyone outside this list must show a direct and legitimate interest in the vital record.

After 100 years from the date of birth, the birth record becomes public. Anyone can then get a copy through the Utah State Archives. No relationship proof is needed.

Note: Proof of relationship is required at all Utah vital records offices, including the Davis County office that serves Kaysville.

Birth Records History in Kaysville

Kaysville was settled in 1849. It was named after William Kay. The town grew as a farming community along the eastern shore of the Great Salt Lake. Birth records for this area were not tracked by the state until 1905. Before that, county clerks kept some birth certificate ledgers starting in 1898. For births before 1898, church records and family bibles are often the best sources.

The Davis County Health Department began holding local birth records in 1973. That year, the state started sharing vital records with county offices through a computer index. For birth records between 1905 and 1972, the state office in Salt Lake City is the only source. The CDC vital records page for Utah confirms that statewide birth registration started in 1905 with general compliance by 1917. FamilySearch has digitized many early Utah birth certificates from 1903 to 1914 with searchable indexes. The Library of Congress guide to Utah vital records is another good starting point for historical Kaysville birth record research.

Birth certificates over 100 years old are open to the public. These older birth records are held by the Utah State Archives. Anyone can access them for genealogical work.

Correcting a Kaysville Birth Certificate

Errors happen. Corrections are possible. If your Kaysville birth certificate has a wrong name, date, or other detail, you can fix it through the amendment process. Get an Amendment Application from the Office of Vital Records and Statistics. You will need your current birth certificate, a photo ID, and supporting documents that show the correct facts.

Minor changes like a spelling fix require an affidavit signed by two witnesses. Those signatures must be notarized. Major changes, such as a full name change, need a court order from a Utah district court. Submit the completed birth record amendment form and fee to the state office in Salt Lake City. Under Utah Code Section 26B-8-101, amendments must follow a set process. The fee to register an amendment and get one corrected birth certificate copy is $27.

Kaysville Birth Certificate Fees

A certified birth certificate copy costs $22. That covers the first copy. Each extra copy ordered at the same time costs $10. These fees apply at the Davis County Health Department and at the state vital records office. Credit or debit card payments may have a small convenience fee added.

Expedited processing from the state office costs $15 extra. Rush service is available. This moves your birth record order to the front of the line. VitalChek also charges a service fee on top of the base cost but offers faster shipping options for Kaysville birth records.

Note: Fees can change. Call the Davis County Health Department or the state office to confirm current birth certificate costs before you send payment.