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Statewide registration of births began in 1842 in Hawaii, but most records begin in 1896, with general compliance by 1929.  
Statewide registration of births began in 1842 in Hawaii, but most records begin in 1896, with general compliance by 1929.  
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== '''Next Step: When did the birth occur? '''  ==
== '''Next Step: When did the birth occur? '''  ==


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:*[[How to Estimate United States Birth Information|<span style="font-size:120%">'''Birth date unknown'''</span>]]
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:[[Hawaii Church Records|Church Records]]
:[[Hawaii Vital Records#Death_Records|Death Records]]  
:[[Hawaii Vital Records#Death_Records|Death Records]]  
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:[[Hawaii Cemeteries|Cemetery Records]]  
 
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:[[Hawaii Church Records|Church Records]]
:[[Hawaii Census|Census]]  
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Statewide registration of births began in 1842 in Hawaii, but most records begin in 1896, with general compliance by 1929. Delayed birth records also exist. If you cannot locate your ancestor in the databases below, try searching for birth information in [[Substitute Records For United States Birth Information|other records]].  
Statewide registration of births began in 1842 in Hawaii, but most records begin in 1896, with general compliance by 1929. Delayed birth records also exist. If you cannot locate your ancestor in the databases below, try searching for birth information in [[Substitute Records For United States Birth Information|other records]].  
==== '''STEP ONE: Find Birth Information'''  ====


For births that exist during the time period, try the following database:  
For births that exist during the time period, try the following database:  


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==== '''STEP TWO: Obtain the Record'''  ====
==== '''Obtain the Record'''  ====
 
'''PART A: You know the exact date of birth'''
 
With full names, dates and places of an event, you can order a copy of the birth certificate for a fee from the [http://health.hawaii.gov/vitalrecords/ Hawaii Department of Health] or [https://www.vitalchek.com/vital-records/hawaii/hawaii-vital-records VitalChek]. <br> <br> '''''Restrictions for persons born within the last 100 years:'''''<br> To obtain a copy of the birth certificate for those born within the last 100 years, you must be:
 
:*The person on the certificate
:*The parent or grandparent of the person on the certificate
:*The spouse of the person on the certificate
:*The child or grandchild of the person on the certificate
:*The sibling of the person on the certificate
:*The aunt, uncle, or cousin of the person on the certificate
:*The legal guardian of the person on the certificate
:*Anyone who has legal interest in the certificate
::'''NOTE:''' A copy of the birth certificate cannot be obtained by anyone except those listed above until 100 years have passed from the date of the birth.
 
<br> '''PART B: You don't know the exact date of birth'''


'''Pre-1860 Births''' <br> Local government authorities and clergymen recorded some pre-1860 birth records. You will find these at the [http://ags.hawaii.gov/archives/about-us/genealogy-research-guide/vital-statistics/ Hawaii State Archives], the [http://health.hawaii.gov/vitalrecords/ Department of Health], and the [https://www.dar.org/national-society/historic-sites-and-properties/makiki-heights Daughters of the American Revolution Library in Honolulu].  
Local government authorities and clergymen recorded some pre-1860 birth records. You will find these at the [http://ags.hawaii.gov/archives/about-us/genealogy-research-guide/vital-statistics/ Hawaii State Archives], the [http://health.hawaii.gov/vitalrecords/ Department of Health], and the [http://www.geocities.com/darhonolulu/house.html Daughters of the American Revolution Library in Honolulu].  


'''Birth Records on Microfilm''' <br> Some birth records may be available on microfilm at your local [https://www.familysearch.org/centers/locations/?c= Family Search Center]. If you know the approximate date when the birth took place, use the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog FamilySearch Catalog] to see what is available. 
With approximate birth years and places, you can locate birth records from 1896-1919 on microfilm through the {{FHL|777933|item|disp=Family History Library}}.<br>


::*Search [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/results#count=20&query=%2Bplace%3AHawaii Hawaii] in the place search box.
Delayed birth records are also available on microfilm through the Family History Library {{FHL|117211|item|disp=1859-1903}} and {{FHL|641908|item|disp=1904-1925}}.  
::*Select the topic Vital Records. Look for records that fit your time frame.
::*Some microfilms may be available to view at a local Family Search Center.


'''Delayed Birth Records on Microfilm''' <br> Delayed birth records are also available on microfilm through the FamilySearch Library {{FSC|117211|item|disp=1859-1903}} and {{FSC|641908|item|disp=1904-1925}}.  
With full names, dates and places of an event, you can order a copy of the birth certificate for a fee from the [http://hawaii.gov/health/vital-records/vital-records/index.html Hawaii Department of Health] or [https://www.vitalchek.com/vital-records/hawaii/hawaii-vital-records VitalChek].<br>


<br> '''''Restrictions for persons born within the last 100 years:'''''<br> To obtain a copy of the birth certificate for those born within the last 100 years, you must be:  
<br> '''''Restrictions for persons born within the last 100 years:'''''<br> To obtain a copy of the birth certificate for those born within the last 100 years, you must be:  
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:*[[How to Find United States Birth Records|Learn more about U.S. Birth Records]]  
:*[[How to Find United States Birth Records|Learn more about U.S. Birth Records]]  
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:*[[United States Record Selection Table|United States Record Selection Table ]]  
:*[[U.S. Vital Records Overview|U.S. Vital Records Overview]]  
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Revision as of 13:17, 28 June 2013

How to Find United States Birth Records Gotoarrow.png Hawaii Births

Statewide registration of births began in 1842 in Hawaii, but most records begin in 1896, with general compliance by 1929.

Next Step: When did the birth occur? [edit | edit source]
Choose a time period to search for your ancestor's birth record:

Learn more about U.S. Birth Records

Births before 1842[edit | edit source]

Before 1842, no births were recorded by the county or state. You must search substitute records to locate your ancestor’s birth date and place.

  Records that give birth information:
Death Records
Cemetery Records
Newspapers
Church Records
Census
Military Records
Return to top: Choose another birth year


Births after 1842[edit | edit source]

Statewide registration of births began in 1842 in Hawaii, but most records begin in 1896, with general compliance by 1929. Delayed birth records also exist. If you cannot locate your ancestor in the databases below, try searching for birth information in other records.

For births that exist during the time period, try the following database:

Includes Index Only
Hawaii Births, 1852-1933 FamilySearch - Free; index only; incomplete
Can't find your ancestor online in the index? Tips for searching online indexes
No birth record for your ancestor? Other records with birth information

Obtain the Record[edit | edit source]

Local government authorities and clergymen recorded some pre-1860 birth records. You will find these at the Hawaii State Archives, the Department of Health, and the Daughters of the American Revolution Library in Honolulu.

With approximate birth years and places, you can locate birth records from 1896-1919 on microfilm through the Family History Library.

Delayed birth records are also available on microfilm through the Family History Library 1859-1903 and 1904-1925.

With full names, dates and places of an event, you can order a copy of the birth certificate for a fee from the Hawaii Department of Health or VitalChek.


Restrictions for persons born within the last 100 years:
To obtain a copy of the birth certificate for those born within the last 100 years, you must be:

  • The person on the certificate
  • The parent or grandparent of the person on the certificate
  • The spouse of the person on the certificate
  • The child or grandchild of the person on the certificate
  • The sibling of the person on the certificate
  • The aunt, uncle, or cousin of the person on the certificate
  • The legal guardian of the person on the certificate
  • Anyone who has legal interest in the certificate
NOTE: A copy of the birth certificate cannot be obtained by anyone except those listed above until 100 years have passed from the date of the birth.

If you do not want to order the birth record, there are other records with birth information you can search.

Return to top: Choose another birth year


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