Find Union County Birth Certificates

Union County is one of the fastest-growing counties in North Carolina, located just southeast of Charlotte. The Register of Deeds office in Monroe handles birth certificate requests and other vital records. Crystal D. Gilliard serves as the current Register. Union County was formed in 1842 from Anson and Mecklenburg counties. The office keeps local birth records from 1913 onward and can also issue out-of-county certificates for births from 1971 to the present. Whether you are a long-time resident or new to the area, the Monroe office is your starting point for birth record requests.

Union County Register of Deeds Office

The Register of Deeds office is on the second floor at 500 North Main Street in Monroe. Crystal D. Gilliard oversees the office and its staff. They handle birth certificates, death records, marriage licenses, and land deeds. The office sees steady traffic due to Union County's growing population, but the staff works to keep wait times short.

Mailing address: P.O. Box 248, Monroe, NC 28111.

Requesting a Union County Birth Certificate

Visit the office with a valid photo ID. Eligible requesters include the person named on the record, parents, legal guardians, and those with legal authority. Each certified copy costs $10. The office can issue copies for Union County births from 1913 forward.

Union County can also issue out-of-county birth certificates for births from 1971 to the present. This is helpful if you live in Union County but were born in another part of the state. The fee is the same. For mail requests, send a letter with the full name, date of birth, place of birth, mother's maiden name, relationship, and a check for $10 payable to the Union County Register of Deeds.

New parents in Union County can register newborn births through a secure online process. The hospital staff complete the initial birth worksheet, which is then filed electronically with the county. The NC Vital Records ordering page offers additional details on birth certificate requests.

Note: Allow several weeks for newborn birth certificates to be processed and become available.

Union County Online Birth Records Portal

Union County provides an online portal through Permitium. The Union County Online Portal lets you begin a birth certificate request from your computer or phone. You fill out the forms online, which saves time at the office. This portal is available around the clock.

The Union County online portal allows residents to submit vital record requests, including orders for birth certificates and other documents.

Using this portal can speed up the process, especially during busy periods at the Monroe office.

Birth Records History in Union County

Union County was formed in 1842 from Anson and Mecklenburg counties. Monroe has served as the county seat since the beginning. The county was named to honor the spirit of unity between the two parent counties. Today it is one of the most populated counties in the Charlotte metro area.

Statewide birth registration in North Carolina began in October 1913 under General Statute 130A, Article 4. Before that date, few birth records exist at the county level. Church records, family Bible entries, and census data serve as the best sources for pre-1913 births. The Bible Records collection at the State Archives can help with early family research.

Union County Genealogy and Family Research

With its roots in two of the state's most historic counties, Union County offers rich genealogical resources. The Register of Deeds holds marriage records, death certificates, and land deeds alongside birth records. Pre-1842 records for the Union County area would be filed under Anson or Mecklenburg County.

• Birth records from 1913 at the Register of Deeds
• Marriage licenses and death records
• Land deeds and property records
• Census data from 1850 onward
• Court records and estate files

The State Archives of North Carolina holds military records, estate papers, and court documents. The genealogical research page is a good starting point for family history research in Union County.

The Union County Register of Deeds FAQ page answers common questions about vital records, fees, and office services. This resource covers topics such as how to get a certified copy, what identification is needed, and how long the process takes.

Ordering from the State Vital Records Office

The NC Office of Vital Records in Raleigh issues birth certificates for all 100 counties. The state fee is $24. Processing can take several weeks. For expedited orders, use VitalChek. Corrections and name changes can be submitted through the state amendment page. The FAQ page covers common questions about eligibility and fees.

Union County's rapid growth in recent years means the Register of Deeds handles a high volume of requests. The online portal through Permitium helps reduce wait times at the Monroe office. For residents who prefer personal service, the office staff are available five days a week to assist with birth certificate requests and other vital records needs. The county's location in the Charlotte metro area means that many families have connections to Mecklenburg County as well, so checking records in both offices can be useful for researchers.

Nearby Counties

Union County sits in the southern Piedmont, just southeast of Charlotte. These bordering counties each maintain birth records at their Register of Deeds.