Search Eastland County Birth Records

Eastland County birth records are maintained by the County Clerk in Eastland, Texas. Certified copies of birth certificates are available for events that occurred in the county, with records dating back to 1903. You can request copies in person, by mail, or by phone.

Eastland County Clerk

The Eastland County Clerk is the clerk for the county courts, including probate courts and the commissioners court. The clerk also serves as the official recorder for the county and handles vital statistics. The Vital Statistics Division issues and certifies birth and death records. Marriage applications and licenses are also processed in this office according to state law.

The main office is at the Eastland County Courthouse on West Main Street. Office hours run Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM and Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The county clerk accepts birth record requests in person, by mail, by phone, and by fax. Historical records going back before 1903 may be at the Texas State Library Genealogy Section in Austin.

The official website for Eastland County is at eastlandcountytexas.com, where you can find contact details and information on all county services.

The Eastland County Clerk's official website provides contact information and describes the services available, including birth and death records, marriage licenses, and other vital statistics functions.

Use the contact information on this page to confirm current fees, required documents, and whether your request can be submitted by phone or fax.

What Birth Records Are Available in Eastland County

The Eastland County Clerk holds birth records from 1903 to 1930 and from 1940 to 1950 specifically. The county also has records for other time ranges. If you need a record from a period not covered at the county level, try the Texas DSHS or the Texas State Library.

The county also holds marriage records from 1874, land records from 1870, and probate records from 1882. If you need vital records from the 1930s or other periods with gaps, the Texas DSHS Vital Statistics unit may have those records on file. Their statewide holdings cover births from 1926 forward in most cases.

Historical records may be located at the Texas State Library Genealogy Section in Austin. The library staff can help you search for older records that predate formal registration. This is especially helpful for genealogical research on families going back more than 75 years.

How to Request Eastland County Birth Records

The Eastland County Clerk accepts birth record requests in several ways. You can come in person, mail your request, call the office, or send a fax. This county offers more options than many rural Texas counties.

In person, visit Suite 102 at the Eastland County Courthouse. Bring a valid photo ID and provide the name, date of birth, and parents' names for the person on the record. Staff can issue a certified copy during your visit if the record is on file.

By mail or fax, send a completed request form along with a copy of your photo ID. Payment must be by check or money order payable to the Eastland County Clerk. The fax number is (254) 629-8125. If you fax a request, you still need to mail payment separately. Processing by mail takes one to two weeks after the office receives everything.

You can also order through the Texas DSHS or online via VitalChek for births after 1926. These statewide services cover all Texas counties including Eastland.

Who Can Get an Eastland County Birth Certificate

Texas birth records less than 75 years old are restricted. Only qualified applicants can request certified copies. Under Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 191, qualified applicants include the registrant (if 18 or older), a parent listed on the certificate, a sibling, a child, a spouse, a grandparent, or a legal guardian or representative with documentation.

Records 75 years and older are public. Anyone can access them without proving a family connection. These older records are valuable for genealogy and historical research. If you need records from before 1903, the Texas State Library or county historical records may be your best option.

All applicants must present a valid government-issued photo ID such as a driver's license or state ID card. Copies are acceptable for mail requests. Originals must be shown in person.

Eastland County Birth Certificate Fees

A certified birth certificate costs $23. Each additional copy at the same time is $4. These are standard Texas fees.

Cash is accepted in person. For mail requests, use a check or money order payable to the Eastland County Clerk. Do not mail cash. Call (254) 629-1583 to ask about card payment options if needed.

Texas Vital Records and Legal Resources

The Texas DSHS Vital Statistics unit at dshs.texas.gov/vital-statistics handles statewide requests for all Texas counties. Their Austin office can be reached at (512) 776-7111.

Texas birth registration laws are in Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 192. For legal guidance on how to amend a record or appeal a denial, visit TexasLawHelp.org. The State Bar of Texas referral line is (800) 252-9690.

Cities in Eastland County

Eastland County includes the city of Eastland, the county seat, as well as other small communities. All birth records go through the Eastland County Clerk's office.

No cities in Eastland County currently meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page. Contact the county clerk for all birth record requests.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Eastland County in West-Central Texas. Check where the birth occurred to find the right county clerk.