If you need a birth or death certificate in Shelby County, you'll want to note the new service hours. Starting Tuesday, the Shelby County Health Department's Office of Vital Records will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., matching the service hours of the Tennessee Department of Health’s Office of Vital Records in Nashville. This change, as per the Shelby County Health Department's yesterday announcement, is aimed at streamlining the transfer and provision of vital records.
For those in need of documentation, the Health Department's facilities at 814 Jefferson Avenue and 1826 Sycamore View Road in Memphis will continue to operate during these updated hours, Monday through Friday, except for official Shelby County holidays. Whether it's a birth after 1924 or a death after 1955, within the state of Tennessee, certificates can be issued at both locations. As reported on the Shelby County Health Department's website, the cost for birth and death certificates is set at $15 each, cash and most credit and debit cards are accepted, but not American Express.
It's important for individuals to remember that there are specific eligibility requirements when it comes to who can request these vital records. The Shelby County Health Department is clear in stating that only certain family members or legal representatives have the authority to request birth and death certificates. Furthermore, a valid government-issued identification must be presented at the time of the request.
Shelby County residents can find detailed information and updates at the Shelby County Health Department's website. This move to align with the state office's hours is expected to facilitate the process for those managing the affairs of the departed or seeking documentation for life's critical milestones, including school enrollment, passport applications, and retirement benefits.
