How Long Will it Take to Get Your Certificate?
Average Processing Times
- In person: 30-45 minutes
- By mail: 2-4 weeks
- By phone or online: 5-7 business days
For more information contact vitalrecords@dph.sc.gov.
Please be advised that all Vital Statistics offices are experiencing longer than usual wait times due to REAL ID implementation. We encourage you to visit your local office when possible, instead of driving to the Columbia State Office. Each county office can issue birth certificates for individuals born in South Carolina. Individuals can also use online services to obtain South Carolina birth certificates.
For more information contact vitalrecords@dph.sc.gov.