Can I request a copy of a birth record by mail?

Yes. Upon receiving the following information with the fee of $15.00 for one copy and $10.00 for each additional copy, and a self-addressed stamped envelope, your request for a certified copy of a birth record will be processed. Please make your check payable to the City of Somersworth. Staff strives to process all requests within two business days.

We need the following information: name on birth certificate, date of birth, place of birth, father’s name, mother’s maiden name, purpose for request, a copy of your identification, relationship and signature. This information should be mailed to City Clerk, City of Somersworth, One Government Way, Somersworth, New Hampshire 03878. Please include your daytime contact information if we should need to contact you.

For questions, please contact the City Clerk’s office at (603) 692-9512 or (603) 692-9511.