McKinney Birth Records
McKinney birth records are maintained by the Collin County Clerk's Office, located right in McKinney as the county seat. The office handles all birth certificates for McKinney and all of Collin County from 1903 to the present, making it one of the more convenient county clerk locations in the North Texas area.
McKinney Overview
Collin County Clerk - McKinney Office
McKinney is the county seat of Collin County, which means the main Collin County Clerk office is right here in the city. This is actually an advantage for McKinney residents: you don't need to travel to another city to access the county clerk. The office handles birth certificates for McKinney and all other communities in Collin County, including Plano and Frisco.
The Collin County Clerk maintains birth records from 1903 to the present. The office issues both long-form and short-form certified copies. You can request in person, by mail, or online through the state portal. The county's main page is at collincountytx.gov/county_clerk.
No city-specific screenshot is available for McKinney. The Texas DSHS birth records page below is one of the main resources for ordering any Texas birth certificate, including McKinney and Collin County births.
At dshs.texas.gov/vs, you can find the application form, fee schedule, and links to order a certificate online or by mail from the state office in Austin.
| Office | Collin County Clerk |
|---|---|
| Location | McKinney, Texas (county seat) |
| Website | collincountytx.gov/county_clerk |
| Records From | 1903 to present |
| Request Methods | In person, by mail, or online |
How to Request a McKinney Birth Certificate
Walk in to the Collin County Clerk in McKinney for the fastest service. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and your payment. Staff can pull the record and issue a certified copy in most cases the same day.
Texas birth records are restricted by Texas Government Code Section 552.115 until 75 years after the birth date. Qualified applicants who can request records include the person named on the certificate, their parents, siblings, spouse, children, grandparents, legal guardian, or legal representative with supporting documents.
To request by mail, use Texas Form VS-140 from the DSHS at dshs.texas.gov. The form must be notarized. Include a copy of your valid photo ID and your payment. Send to the Collin County Clerk. Check the county website for the current mailing address and accepted payment types before sending.
For online orders, go to texas.gov. Orders go to the state DSHS in Austin and take 15 to 25 business days. Mail orders to Austin take 6 to 8 weeks. For urgent needs, walk-in service at the DSHS Austin office on 1100 West 49th Street is available Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
What to include:
- Full name on the birth record
- Date of birth
- County of birth (Collin County)
- Full name of father if listed
- Full maiden name of mother
- Your relationship to the person
- Copy of valid photo ID
- Payment for the fee
McKinney Birth Certificate Fees
Certified birth certificates cost $22.00 per copy through the Collin County Clerk. Each additional copy at the same time is $22.00 each. This is the standard Texas rate.
Online orders through the state portal or authorized vendors carry an added service fee. That charge goes to the vendor. To avoid it, go in person or mail your request directly to the county clerk in McKinney.
For corrections, use Form VS-170 from the DSHS at dshs.texas.gov. Most corrections are $15. New certificates for sex or race changes cost $25.
McKinney Birth Certificates - Types and Rules
Texas offers the long-form and short-form birth certificate. The long form is the full original record and includes all details: hospital, physician, parents, corrections on file. You need the long form for a U.S. passport and most driver's license applications.
The short form shows only the basic facts: name, birth date, place, sex, and parent names. It works for school, employment, and most insurance purposes. The heirloom certificate is for display only and has no legal use.
Birth registration requirements are set by Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 192. Every birth must be registered within five days. Access is governed by Texas Government Code Section 552.115, which restricts records to qualified applicants until 75 years after the birth date.
For delayed registrations, see Texas Administrative Code Rule 181.60. Historical records from 1903 to 1935 are available for research through FamilySearch. Call the DSHS at 888-963-7111 for help with any birth records questions.
Collin County Birth Records
McKinney is the county seat of Collin County. The Collin County Clerk handles birth certificates for all of Collin County. For full county details and information on all request options, see the Collin County birth records page.
Nearby Cities
Other qualifying cities in Collin County include Plano and Frisco. In Dallas County, nearby cities with birth record pages include Dallas, Garland, and Irving.