Make a change to a certificate
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Make a change to a certificate
All changes or amendments require an affidavit or a court order. Once an amendment is made, the record status changes from "registered" to "amended," and an amendment history becomes part of the record as a second page. Court-ordered amendments must have a certified copy of the order submitted with the request.
Determine requirements
Review details for your situation
Birth, Death Marriage and Divorce changes each have specific requirements to complete.
Est timeline: 5 min.
Submit
Return the completed form, payment, and acceptable forms of identification.
Mail-in Submissions
For those who prefer the convenience of mail, the completed form, along with any required supporting documentation and fees, can be sent to the following address:Office of Vital Records and Statistics
P.O. Box 141012
Salt Lake City, UT 84114-1012It is advisable to send these documents via a trackable mail service to ensure they are received by the vital records office.
In-Person Submissions
For those who wish to submit their application in person, your local health departments offer vital records services. This can be a faster option for those who need the amended certificate processed more quickly.Est timeline: Times vary
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