Application for a Certified Copy of a Vital Record Form
How Can I Obtain a Birth Certificate
- Requests for a birth certificate can be obtained in-person from the Municipal Registrar at the Harrison Township Municipal Building located at 114 Bridgeton Pike, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062 or mailed to 114 Bridgeton Pike, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062. Attention: Municipal Clerk.
- Please note: Birth certificates will not be sent to you automatically after the time of birth and must be requested. Be advised the hospital may take up to three (3) weeks to prepare and release the record(s) after the time of birth. Please allow three (3) weeks from the time of birth to lapse before requesting a birth certificate.
What is Required for a Birth Certificate
For in-person requests:
- Application for a Vital Record Form (Can also be obtained from Registrar)
- Valid photo ID with address or two (2) different forms of alternate ID such as utility bills and/or bank statements with current address (Social Security cards not accepted)
- Payment method of cash or money order.
For mail-in requests:
- Application for a Vital Record Form. (Note: Must be completed fully and signed)
- Photo copy of valid photo ID with address or copy of two (2) different forms of alternate ID such as utility bills and/or bank statements with current address. (Social Security cards not accepted)
- Payment method of (cash or money order ONLY)
Cost of a Certified Copy
- The cost of one certified copy of a birth certificate is $28.00. Any additional copies after that will just be $5.00 per additional copy. For example: If you request for (3) certified copies. Your total cost would be $38.00.
- Cash or money order are the ONLY accepted forms of payment. Please note: All money orders must be written in the exact amount requested and made out to Harrison Township.
What if My Birth Certificate is Incorrect
Birth certificates with errors such as, but not limited to, spelling of names and addresses can be amended by the Municipal Registrar. You must contact the Municipal Clerk’s Office to discuss in detail the error(s). Please note: Amendments require State approval and can take up to week to be completed. Birth records that are awaiting State approval will be inaccessible for issuance until the amendment process is complete.
What if I want to Add Father to Birth Certificate
The father can be added to a birth record by the Municipal Registrar. You must call the Municipal Clerk’s Office to discuss the process. Please note: This process is done by appointment ONLY. No Walk-ins.
What about Social Security Cards
The Municipal Registrar DOES NOT track or issue Social Security cards. For more information or concerns regarding your child’s Social Security card, please contact:
Inspira Health Network of Mullica Hill
Inspira Health Network of Mullica Hill
Maternity Services
Phone: 856-508-1282