Birth Records in Pasquotank County

Pasquotank County is one of the oldest areas of settlement in North Carolina. Established in 1668 as an original precinct, the county has roots that stretch back to the earliest days of the colony. Elizabeth City serves as the county seat, and the Register of Deeds office there handles all birth certificate requests. The office keeps birth records from 1913 and marriage records from 1867. One important detail for visitors: personal checks are not accepted, so bring a money order when requesting records.

Pasquotank County Register of Deeds

The Register of Deeds office is on East Main Street in Elizabeth City. This is the sole location for birth certificate requests in Pasquotank County. Staff members handle certified copies, record searches, and delayed birth registrations.

Note: Personal checks are NOT accepted at this office. Bring a money order for payment.

Requesting Pasquotank County Birth Certificates

Each certified birth certificate copy costs $10. Walk-in requests at the Elizabeth City office are the fastest way to get your copy. Bring a valid photo ID and a money order for payment. Personal checks are not accepted.

Mail requests can be sent to P.O. Box 154, Elizabeth City, NC 27907. Include a money order for $10 per copy, a written request with the full name, date of birth, and parents' names, and a photocopy of your ID. Delayed birth registrations cost $20 total. These are filed when a birth was not recorded at the time it happened and the registration needs to be completed after the fact.

Pasquotank County Vital Records Online

The county provides a vital records page with information about birth certificates and other documents. Below is the Pasquotank County vital records page.

This page lists the types of vital records available, the fees charged, and the requirements for obtaining copies from the Register of Deeds.

Pasquotank County Birth Certificate Fees

The fee page on the county website breaks down costs for all services. The Pasquotank County fees page provides a full list.

Certified copies are $10 each. Delayed birth registrations cost $20. Money orders are the only accepted form of payment. The state charges $24 per copy for orders placed through the NC Office of Vital Records.

• Certified birth certificate: $10
• Delayed birth registration: $20
• State-level certified copy: $24
• Payment: money orders only (no personal checks)

Pasquotank County Government Departments

The Register of Deeds is one of many departments within Pasquotank County government. The Pasquotank County departments page lists all county offices and their contact information.

This page can help you find the right office for your needs, whether it is the Register of Deeds for vital records or another county department.

History of Pasquotank County Birth Records

Pasquotank County dates back to 1668, making it one of the original precincts in the colony. Elizabeth City grew around the Pasquotank River and became a hub for trade and commerce in the Albemarle region. The county has seen over 350 years of continuous settlement.

Official birth registration began in 1913 under North Carolina's vital records statutes. Before that, families relied on personal records. The State Archives Bible Records collection holds some early family documents from the Albemarle Sound area. Marriage records at the Register of Deeds go back to 1867, over 40 years before birth registration began.

Note: Marriage records from 1867 can be useful for connecting family lines when birth records before 1913 are unavailable.

Delayed Birth Registrations in Pasquotank County

Pasquotank County processes delayed birth registrations for a total cost of $20. A delayed registration is needed when a birth was never officially recorded at the time it took place. This is common for people born before 1913, when North Carolina had no birth registration requirement. It also applies to some home births or situations where hospital paperwork was lost.

To file a delayed registration, you will typically need supporting evidence such as census records, school records, hospital records, or sworn affidavits. The Register of Deeds staff can walk you through the specific requirements. Remember that money orders are the only accepted payment method at this office. The NC Vital Records amendment page provides additional guidance on late filings and corrections.

Additional Resources for Pasquotank County Records

The NC Office of Vital Records can issue birth certificates for any county. State orders cost $24 per copy. Online ordering is available through VitalChek. The state order page explains the process. For family history research, the State Archives and the NC genealogical research page provide guidance and access to older records.

Pasquotank County's history as one of the original precincts means that some of the earliest colonial records in North Carolina come from this area. The Albemarle region was the first area of permanent English settlement in the colony. Researchers may find land patents, court records, and church documents from the 1600s and 1700s at the State Archives. Combining these historical sources with birth certificates from 1913 onward can build a family story that spans over three centuries of North Carolina history. The Elizabeth City office is a valuable local resource for starting this kind of deep research.

Nearby Counties

Pasquotank County is in the northeastern corner of North Carolina, bordered by several small counties in the Albemarle region.