The Register of Deeds office records and maintains birth records for those persons born in Rockingham County from 1913 to present day. Birth records are available for public access between the hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday through Friday (excluding holidays). The fee for a plain paper copy is $0.25 and $10.00 for a certified copy. Copies can be obtained one the following ways:
Order Online
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*Additional processing fees apply for online vital record requests.
Payment for online requests requires a credit card or debit card.
In Person
Copies can be obtained in our office located on the first floor of the Rockingham County Justice Center at 170 NC 65, Suite 150; Reidsville, NC.
Certified copies require valid photo identification and can only be issued to immediate family members or authorized agents. More information on acceptable forms of identification and a list of individuals authorized to obtain certified copies can be found on online.
By Mail
Copies can be requested by mailing the completed Application for Copies of Vital Records Form with check or money order to:
Rockingham County Register of Deeds
170 NC Hwy 65, Suite 150
Reidsville, NC 27320
*Please include a self-addressed stamped envelope with your request.
If requesting a certified copy, please include a copy of valid photo identification. Certified copies are limited to immediate family members or authorized agents. More information on acceptable forms of identification and a list of individuals authorized to obtain certified copies can be found on online.
Out of County Birth Certificates
The Rockingham County Register of Deeds serves as an authorized agent for the State Registrar and can issue certified copies of birth certificates for individuals born anywhere in the State of North Carolina from 1971 to present day. These requests are limited to certified copies only and are processed through NCOVR (Vital Records Automated System). Requests for out-of-county births can only be made in person from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday through Friday (excluding holidays). The fee is $24.00 for one certified copy and $15.00 for each additional certified copy.