How much does a birth certificate cost in Montana?

The fee for a certified birth certificate in Montana is $12. Processing typically takes 3–4 weeks.

How do I request a birth certificate in Montana?

Montana accepts requests via: Mail, In Person. You will need: Completed application form; Copy of valid photo ID; Payment.

How to Get a Birth Certificate in Montana

Q: Can I use my birth certificate to register to vote in Montana?

Yes. A birth certificate is accepted as proof of identity and citizenship when registering to vote in Montana.

Montana Birth Certificate

Fee

$12

Processing Time

3–4 weeks

📅 Order By — to register for Nov 2026 election

October 6, 2026 – October 13, 2026

Voter registration deadline in Montana: Election Day (November 3, 2026)

Your birth certificate is accepted as proof of identity and citizenship when registering to vote in Montana — even though it's not the only option.

⚖️ Complicated Situation?

Name discrepancies, amended records, adoption, or born abroad to a U.S. parent — these situations are more common than you'd think, and they're solvable. Free legal aid organizations in Montana specialize in exactly this →

Required Documents

Completed application form
Copy of valid photo ID
Payment

How to Request

📬 How to Request by Mail

Step 1 — Download & Complete the Application

Download application form ↗

Step 2 — Payment

Montana Vital Records

Step 3 — Mail To

Montana Vital Records
111 N Sanders Rm 6
P.O. Box 4210
Helena, MT 59604-4210

View full instructions on official state website →

Go to Montana Vital Records →

Next Step

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Once you have your birth certificate, here's how to get registered

✅ Birth Certificate Accepted

Your birth certificate is accepted as proof of identity and citizenship when registering to vote in Montana — even though it's not the only option.

✅ Same-Day Registration Available

Montana allows you to register and vote on Election Day — no advance deadline to worry about.

Online Registration

❌ Not available — register by mail or in person

What You'll Need to Register

Valid government-issued photo ID
Proof of residence (utility bill, bank statement, etc.)

Why It Matters

Your birth certificate is your most fundamental proof of who you are

From opening a bank account to applying for a passport to registering to vote — your birth certificate is the document that makes everything else possible. We built this site to make sure getting one is never harder than it needs to be.

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