Elbert County Birth Certificate Office

Elbert County birth records are available through the Elbert County Public Health office. The location is in Kiowa. This rural county office serves a smaller population. It provides the same vital records services as larger counties. You can get birth certificates for any Colorado birth here.

Elbert County Public Health Vital Records

The Elbert County Public Health office handles birth certificates. The office is at 75 Ute Avenue in Kiowa, Colorado. This small office serves the rural communities of Elbert County. Despite its size, it provides full vital records services.

Call before visiting the Kiowa office. Hours may be limited in smaller counties. The staff can help you with your request. They follow the same state rules as larger offices.

Historical Birth Records in Elbert County

Elbert County has some historical birth records. The Colorado State Archives holds records from 1875 to 1909. These include birth records and birth certificates. They provide valuable information for genealogists.

The archives also has records from 1880 to 1898. These are birth certificates from early Elbert County. Access requires the records to be 100 years old. Contact the State Archives for more details.

Visit archives.colorado.gov to learn more. The archives is located in Denver.

How to Get Birth Certificates in Elbert County

Residents of Elbert County can order birth records several ways. You can visit the office in Kiowa. Mail orders are also accepted. Online ordering is available through state vendors.

In-person service may require an appointment. Call 303-621-3144 first. Bring your valid photo ID. Payment options may be limited in rural offices. Cash and checks are usually accepted.

Mail orders work well for Elbert County residents. Complete the state application. Include a copy of your ID. Add payment by check or money order. Send to the address above.

Elbert County Birth Certificate Fees

Fees are set by the state of Colorado. The first copy costs $25. Additional copies cost $20 each. Order them together to get the discount.

Payment methods may vary at the Kiowa office. Call ahead to confirm. Most rural offices accept cash and checks. Credit card acceptance is less common in smaller counties.

Note: The Elbert County office cannot correct birth records. Send all corrections to the state office in Denver. Processing takes about 30 business days.

Who Can Request Elbert County Birth Records

Colorado law controls access to birth certificates. You must prove your identity. You must also show your relationship to the person on the record.

The registrant can request their own record. Parents listed on the certificate may order. Children and siblings need proof of relationship. Spouses must show a marriage certificate. Grandparents need court orders as of October 2024.

Bring current photo ID to the Kiowa office. A driver's license works best. Passports are also accepted. Expired IDs are not valid.

Communities in Elbert County

Elbert County is a rural county east of Denver. It includes several small towns. Communities served include:

• Kiowa
• Elizabeth
• Simla
• Elbert
• Ponderosa Park

All residents use the Kiowa office for vital records. The location is central to the county.

Nearby Counties

If Elbert County is not convenient, try these nearby offices: