High Point Birth Certificates

High Point is located in Guilford County and is known worldwide as the "Furniture Capital of the World." The city does not have its own vital records office. Birth certificates are issued by the Guilford County Register of Deeds. High Point has a distinct advantage over most cities in the state because Guilford County is the only county in North Carolina with two Register of Deeds offices. The High Point office gives local residents a convenient place to request birth records without driving to Greensboro.

High Point Register of Deeds Office

The Guilford County Register of Deeds High Point office is at 325 E. Russell Avenue, Room 155. This is the local office where High Point residents can request birth certificates in person. It provides the same services as the Greensboro office.

Guilford County is the only county in North Carolina that operates two Register of Deeds offices. High Point residents can visit either the local office or the Greensboro office at 201 W. Market Street. Both handle birth certificate requests identically.

Birth Certificate Fees in High Point

A certified copy costs $10. Uncertified copies are $0.05 per page in person and $1.00 per page by mail. Most people need the certified version, which includes the official county seal and is accepted everywhere.

Applicants who are 62 or older can receive their first certified copy free of charge if they are the person named on the certificate. This senior discount is a nice benefit for long-time High Point residents. Out-of-county births (1971 to present) cost $24 and must be paid in cash.

Note: The senior discount applies only to the certificate owner, not to family members requesting on their behalf.

How to Request High Point Birth Records

Walk into the High Point office with your photo ID. Fill out the application form. Provide the full name on the certificate, date of birth, and parents' names. Pay the $10 fee and receive your certified copy, often within minutes.

Mail requests are also accepted. Send a written request, a copy of your ID, and a check or money order for $10 to the High Point office at 325 E. Russell Avenue, Room 155, High Point, NC 27260. Allow additional time for processing and return mail. For faster service, an in-person visit is always the best option.

Below is the City of High Point website, which provides general city services but directs residents to the county for vital records.

The city does not process vital records, but its website links to the Guilford County Register of Deeds for birth certificate requests.

Eligibility for High Point Birth Certificates

North Carolina restricts certified birth certificate access to authorized individuals. The person named on the record, parents, legal guardians, spouses, and adult children can request copies. Attorneys and legal representatives with valid documentation also qualify. State law under Chapter 130A requires valid photo ID for all requests.

Bring your government-issued ID when you visit. Requests without proper identification are turned away.

High Point Heritage and Historical Records

High Point got its name for being the highest point along the North Carolina Railroad between Goldsboro and Charlotte. The city became a center for furniture manufacturing in the late 1800s. Today, the High Point Market draws thousands of visitors twice a year as the largest home furnishings trade show in the world.

Guilford County was formed in 1771. Statewide birth registration began in 1913. For births before that year, the State Archives of North Carolina holds church records, family Bibles, and census data from the High Point area. The Bible Records collection includes handwritten family entries from the Piedmont region. The High Point Museum and Historical Park also has local history resources that may aid family research in the Piedmont Triad area. Quaker families were among the earliest settlers in what is now High Point, and their meticulous meeting records are a valuable genealogical resource.

Fixing Errors on High Point Birth Certificates

If your birth certificate contains a mistake, you can file for an amendment. Common fixes include correcting a misspelled name, adding a father's name, or changing a legal name after adoption. The NC amendment page outlines the forms and requirements. Contact the High Point office at 336-641-7556 for help with your specific request.

Adoption changes go through the NC Office of Vital Records at the state level. The county cannot process these requests. Once finalized, a new certificate is issued with the updated details.

High Point Birth Certificate Uses and Details

A certified copy from Guilford County includes the official county seal and registrar signature. It is accepted everywhere, from passport offices to schools to the NC Division of Motor Vehicles. If your original has been lost or damaged, the Register of Deeds in High Point can issue a replacement. The replacement carries the same legal weight as the original.

When visiting the office, have the full name at birth, the date of birth, and both parents' names ready. Accepted forms of ID include a driver's license, state ID, passport, or military ID. The NC Vital Records FAQ page answers common questions about processing times and acceptable identification. High Point residents born in a different county can order their certificate from the NC State Vital Records office for $24.

Guilford County Birth Records

All High Point birth records are managed by Guilford County. The county serves High Point, Greensboro, and every community within its borders. For full details on Guilford County vital records services, visit the county page.

View Guilford County Birth Records

Cities Near High Point

Other Piedmont Triad cities where residents access birth records through county offices.