Access Wayne County Birth Records

Wayne County handles birth certificate requests at its Register of Deeds office in Goldsboro, North Carolina. The county was formed in 1779 from Dobbs County and is home to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base. Birth records have been on file since 1913, when the state began formal registration. Wayne County offers both in-person and online ordering for birth certificates. The Goldsboro office also processes death and marriage records, land filings, and record amendments. Whether you need a single certified copy or are doing family research, the office staff can guide you through each step.

Wayne County Register of Deeds

The Register of Deeds office on East Walnut Street in Goldsboro is where you go for Wayne County birth certificates. The office is open Monday through Friday and accepts walk-in requests. Bring a valid photo ID and be ready to provide the full name on the record and the date of birth. Staff will search the files and issue a certified copy quickly.

Mail requests can be sent to P.O. Box 267, Goldsboro, NC 27533. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope to speed up the return of your certified copy.

Ways to Order Wayne County Birth Certificates

Wayne County offers multiple ways to order birth certificates. In-person requests at the Goldsboro office are the fastest. You can also order online through the Wayne County online portal. This system walks you through the request step by step and accepts electronic payment.

A third option is VitalChek for Wayne County, which lets you order by phone or online with a credit card. VitalChek charges a service fee on top of the standard copy fee. Mail orders are also accepted at the address listed above. Include a check or money order and allow one to two weeks for delivery.

Uncertified birth certificates are available for $0.25. These copies are for informational use only and cannot be used for legal purposes such as passport applications or driver's license renewals. Most people need a certified copy for official business.

Note: Birth, death, and marriage record amendments in Wayne County are handled by appointment only at (919) 731-1449.

Wayne County Online Birth Records Portal

The county's online portal makes it simple to request vital records from any location. The screenshot below shows the Wayne County online ordering system.

The portal handles requests for birth, death, and marriage certificates. You select the record type, enter the required details, and submit payment. The office processes the order and mails the certified copy to your address.

Wayne County Vital Records Information

The Wayne County vital records page provides instructions for requesting certificates, along with fee details and contact information. Below is a screenshot of that resource.

This page covers all types of vital records available through the Register of Deeds, including birth, death, and marriage certificates. It also explains the amendment process and lists the documents you will need to bring. Review the page before your visit to make sure you have everything prepared.

Ordering Wayne County Certificates Through VitalChek

VitalChek is a third-party vendor authorized to process vital record orders for many North Carolina counties, including Wayne County. The screenshot below shows the VitalChek Wayne County page.

VitalChek accepts credit cards and processes orders online or by phone. The service fee is added to the standard county copy fee. Orders placed through VitalChek are sent to the county for processing and then mailed to the requester. This option is popular with people who live out of state or need a certificate quickly and cannot visit the Goldsboro office in person.

North Carolina Birth Certificate Records

The NC Office of Vital Records maintains copies of all birth certificates filed across the state. If you cannot get your record from Wayne County directly, the state office can help. The state fee is $24. Processing at the state level takes much longer, often more than 110 days.

Vital records law in North Carolina falls under Chapter 130A, Article 4 of the General Statutes. Only authorized individuals may order a certified copy. Proper identification is always required. The State Archives holds historical records for families tracing roots before 1913.

Wayne County was formed in 1779 from Dobbs County. Goldsboro has served as the county seat since 1850. Researchers tracing family lines in Wayne County should be aware that records before 1913 are limited. Church records, family Bible entries, and census data from 1790 to 1950 can fill gaps. The Bible Records collection at the State Archives includes handwritten entries from eastern North Carolina families. The genealogical research page offers additional guidance for family history work in Wayne County.

The presence of Seymour Johnson Air Force Base means many military families have birth records filed in Wayne County. Service members stationed at the base often have children born at local hospitals. These birth certificates are filed with the county Register of Deeds just like any other local birth. Corrections and amendments to Wayne County birth certificates can be handled through the state amendment page.

Nearby Counties

Wayne County sits in eastern North Carolina and borders several counties. Birth records for families with connections to these areas may be found in the neighboring Register of Deeds offices.