What is the difference between transcribed and certified birth records?

Transcribed records are hand-copied from original certificates for genealogy research only and cannot be used for official purposes. Certified copies are official documents that can be used for legal purposes like passports or driver's licenses.

How long does it take to receive my birth record transcription?

Birth record transcriptions are delivered as PDF via email within 14-21 business days, often sooner.

What years of Massachusetts birth records are available?

We can access Massachusetts birth records from 1931 to present (2025) from the state registry collection.

Can I get a refund if no record is found?

The $20 service fee is non-refundable in all cases, including when no record is found, when records are restricted, or when the record lacks expected information.

Are birth records for children born to unmarried parents available?

Birth records for children born to unmarried parents are restricted by Massachusetts law. Only the person named on the certificate, parents listed, or legal guardians can access these records directly.

What information is included in a transcribed birth record?

Transcribed birth records typically include the child's full name, date and place of birth, parents' names (including mother's maiden name), parents' birthplaces, parents' ages and occupations at time of birth, and the attending physician or midwife information.

Do you also offer certified birth certificates?

Yes, we offer both transcribed records for genealogy research ($20) and certified birth certificates for legal purposes. Visit our certified birth certificate page for official documents that can be used for passports, driver's licenses, and other legal requirements.

Order Massachusetts Birth Records

$20

For Genealogical Use Only - Transcribed PDF Copy

Professional Birth Record Transcription Service

We hand-transcribe original Massachusetts birth certificates (1931-present) from the State Registry of Vital Records
Our researchers access the complete statewide collection of over 6 million birth records available only onsite
Professional genealogical research with over 30 years of experience

(*Source: Massachusetts Births Boston, MA: Registry of Vital Records and Statistics, Department of Public Health. June 2023. The estimate is based on an average of 75K births per year multiplied by 92 years.)

$20 • PDF via Email • 14-21 Business Days

Step 1: Whose Birth Certificate Are You Ordering?

* First Name

* Last Name

* Month of Birth

* Day of Birth

* Year of Birth (1931-2025)

* Place of Birth

Important Note About Children Born to Unmarried Parents

Birth certificates for children born to unmarried parents are restricted and have special rules.

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