Correcting Birth Certificate

Summary

To correct a birth certificate in Illinois, complete an Affidavit and Certificate of Correction Request, provide required identification, and pay the correction fee. Processing times can be lengthy, especially during the pandemic. Contact the Illinois Department of Public Health for updates on your application. Consider legal assistance if delays persist.

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Wrong name on birth certificate
Hello ****, I understand your concern. Can you please tell me your location? Procedures for correcting a birth certificate can vary by state or country.
My location is st paul mn but o was born in Chicago
Hello ****, since you were born in Chicago, you will need to follow Illinois law to correct your birth certificate. Here are the steps:
- Complete an Affidavit and Certificate of Correction Request
- Provide required identification
- Pay the correction fee
For further assistance, you may contact the Illinois Department of Public Health.
I have done that in still nothing pay fee and still waiting since November of last year
I understand your frustration, ****. It can take some time to process these requests, especially during the pandemic. If you haven't already, you can try contacting the Illinois Department of Public Health for an update on your application.
Ok
Hello ****, I'm glad you're following up on this. It's essential to remain persistent. Reaching out to the Illinois Department of Public Health is a good course of action. You can also consider acquiring legal help to expedite the process.