Birth Records in Webb County
Webb County birth records are maintained by the County Clerk in Laredo. The county has kept birth records since 1903, and certified copies are available to qualified applicants at $23.00 each. Laredo residents can also request records in person or by mail through the County Clerk's office.
Webb County Overview
Webb County Clerk
The Webb County Clerk maintains birth records for all births that occurred within Webb County. Laredo is the county seat and the largest city in the county. It is one of the largest U.S. cities on the border with Mexico. Birth records for Laredo births are held by the Webb County Clerk's office, since Laredo is located entirely within Webb County.
To get a certified birth certificate from Webb County, you need to qualify as an eligible applicant. Under Texas Government Code Section 552.115, birth records are restricted for 75 years. The registrant, parents, siblings, spouses, grandparents, and legal representatives can all request copies. Valid photo ID is required for all requests.
| Office | Webb County Clerk |
|---|---|
| County Seat | Laredo, TX 78040 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
How to Request Webb County Birth Records
To get a Webb County birth certificate, visit the County Clerk's office in Laredo in person. Bring your valid photo ID and payment. Walk-in requests are typically processed the same day. This is the fastest method for most people.
For mail requests, complete the Texas Birth Certificate Application (Form VS-140), which you can download from the DSHS website. Mail applications must be notarized. Attach a copy of your valid ID and a cashier's check or money order made out to the Webb County Clerk. Do not send personal checks.
State-level requests go through the Texas DSHS Vital Statistics Section. Online orders through texas.gov take 20 to 25 business days. Mail orders to the state take 6 to 8 weeks. Walk-in at the DSHS Austin office at 1100 West 49th Street provides same-day processing on weekdays.
Webb County Birth Certificate Fees
Certified copies of birth certificates from the Webb County Clerk cost $23.00 each. Each additional copy ordered at the same time is also $23.00. The Texas DSHS state office charges $22.00 per copy.
Send a cashier's check or money order for mail requests to the county. For in-person payments, confirm accepted methods by contacting the Webb County Clerk before your visit. Fees may change, so always verify the current amount first.
Birth Registration in Webb County
Every birth in Texas must be registered within five days under Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 192. The attending physician, midwife, or hospital files the birth certificate with the Webb County Clerk as the local registrar. A copy is then sent to the DSHS in Austin.
Webb County birth records exist at both the county and state level. For Laredo residents, the local County Clerk is often the more direct option. The state office is an alternative, especially for online ordering. If a birth in Webb County was never registered, Texas allows delayed filing through the DSHS. Visit dshs.texas.gov for details.
Webb County is a large county by population. The high volume of births in the Laredo area means the County Clerk's office processes many vital records requests each year. Planning ahead and bringing complete documentation helps speed up your request.
What Webb County Birth Records Include
A certified birth certificate from Webb County shows the registrant's full name, birth date and place, and both parents' names. The long form is a copy of the full original record and includes any amendments. It is required for passports and legal proceedings. The short form shows only current data and is accepted for most everyday needs.
A Texas birth certificate typically includes:
- Child's full legal name
- Date, time, and county of birth
- Sex and race
- Both parents' full names
- Mother's maiden name
- Attending physician or midwife
- Filing date and certificate number
Social Security numbers of the parents are on file at the DSHS but are not part of the legal copy issued to applicants.
State Vital Records for Webb County
The Texas DSHS Vital Statistics Section maintains state copies of Webb County birth records. Their Austin office serves all 254 Texas counties including Webb.
You can order Webb County birth certificates through the Texas.gov portal. Orders are processed by the DSHS office and mailed to the requester. Current processing times are posted on the DSHS website.
Texas Health and Safety Code Chapter 192 sets the rules for birth registration and certified copy issuance. These rules apply equally to all Texas counties, including Webb.
Help with Webb County Birth Records
Legal aid organizations serving the Laredo and South Texas area can help residents with vital records access and family law matters. The State Bar of Texas lawyer referral service is at (800) 252-9690. Find attorneys at texasbar.com.
Self-help guides and court forms are available at texaslawhelp.org. For birth certificate corrections, use Form VS-170 from the DSHS amendment page. Call the DSHS Vital Statistics line at (888) 963-7111 for help with your records request.
Cities in Webb County
Laredo is the county seat and by far the largest city in Webb County. It sits on the Texas-Mexico border along the Rio Grande. All birth records for Webb County, including those for births in Laredo, go through the Webb County Clerk's office.
No cities in Webb County currently exceed the population threshold for individual city pages on this site.
Nearby Counties
Webb County is in South Texas on the Mexico border. Nearby counties include: