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Order your birth certificates through TRAVISA
1. What do I need to send to Travisa to obtain a Birth Certificate |
| Clear copy of your Driver License/State ID (Please enlarge for clarity) SIGNED Service order form (see below.) This process is done strictly by fax; you do not need to send us anything. Processing times are determined by the individual states (2-11 working days). |
2. What is the cost of a Birth Certificate |
| You will receive 2 separate charges, one for our service fee of $49.00 and one for State fees of $25.00 - $49.00. Fees are payable by credit card ONLY. |
3. Who can request a Certified Birth Certificate |
| Only individuals listed on the certificate or a parent can request a birth certificate. |
4. How long does it take for the State to process my certificate |
| A. The average process times for 95% of the states we service is 2 to 4 days. There are some certified birth certificates that take longer so please take the time to verify your states process time. |
5. How can I order a Birth Certificate through TRAVISA |
| Fill out the order form from your browser window and print a copy. Please remember to sign the order form and fax it to us at (312) 663-0835. |
6. Can I expedite my passport using Travisa Services |
| We are an independent agency that works with the various state and federal agencies to process and expedite your certified birth certificate, passport and visas. |
7. Can you change or amend records |
| Travisa cannot neither change nor amend records. We can only procure records which are already on file with the state or country where you were born. |
8. Why do I need a certified Birth Certificate? |
| They can be used to apply for your passport, obtain a drivers license, for travel into Canada, Mexico or any other country that only requires a drivers license and birth certificate to enter. |
7. How do I know if I need a certified copy? |
| Certified copies are generally required for legal purposes, such as entry into Canada or entry into kindergarten. A certified copy bears the signature and the raised seal of the Clerk and Recorder’s office. |
8. What is the best way to obtain a Certified Birth Certificate |
| It is easy and convenient when using our services and experience. Our customers know that Travisa is a trusted name in the business.. |
9. Can you take my order over the phone and then fax certificate |
| No. This process is done strictly by fax. |
10. Is my information safe to send over the internet |
| Your personal information is not sent over the internet because you fill out the information then you print the form, sign it and FAX it to us. All transactions at Travisa™ are performed under a Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) protocol, originally developed by Netscape. SSL has become the universal standard on the Web for authenticating Web sites to Web browser users, and for encrypting communications between browser users and Web servers. Because SSL is built into all major browsers and Web servers, simply installing a digital certificate, or Server ID, enables SSL capabilities. Learn More |
11. Can I send an email to Travisa to ask if a birth certificate is on file |
| No, you must fill out the order form and fax it to us. |
12. What is the difference between a certified and an uncertified copy of a birth certificate |
| A certified copy of a birth certificate issued by the Wisconsin Vital Records Office will have a raised seal, will show the signature of the State Registrar, and will be printed on security paper. A certified copy is required to obtain a state-issued driver’s license or identification, a passport, or insurance benefits, or to travel to some foreign countries. An uncertified copy of a birth certificate is available to anyone who applies. An uncertified copy will contain the same information as a certified copy but will not be acceptable for legal purposes, such as obtaining identification. |
13. How do I request a birth certificate if the birth occurred in another country |
| For information on obtaining certificates from other countries, contact the embassy or the nearest consulate in the U.S. for the country in which the birth occurred. |