Amend a birth certificate for sex of the subject

You can amend the sex and name on your Massachusetts birth certificate with proper evidence.

Registry of Vital Records and Statistics

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What you need   for Amend a birth certificate for sex of the subject

People born in Massachusetts will need to file the following evidence to amend a birth certificate for sex of the subject through the Registry of Vital Records & Statistics (RVRS):

  • An affidavit indicating your sex and name (if applicable)
    • A parent or guardian must complete this form if the record change is for a minor

If you also want to change the legal name on your birth certificate:

  • You must get a court-ordered legal name change before the process of changing the sex on your birth record

You will need a court-certified copy of your legal name change decree

Fees   for Amend a birth certificate for sex of the subject

Name Fee Unit
Amendment fee $50 one-time
Certified copy of amended record (by mail) $32 per copy
Certified copy of amended record (in person) $20 per copy

How to amend   Amend a birth certificate for sex of the subject

Mail completed applicant affidavit with check or money order payable to Commonwealth of Massachusetts, to:

Registry of Vital Records and Statistics
150 Mt. Vernon St.
1st Floor
Dorchester, MA 02125

If you're changing your name, you'll also need to include a certified copy of your judicial change of name decree.

Refer to the fact sheet for a full guide and information about fees.

You can make an appointment with the RVRS by emailing vip-amend@state.ma.us or calling (617) 740-2600.

Refer to the fact sheet for a full guide and information about fees.

Amendments may also be made in the city or town where the applicant’s birth occurred. Please contact the local city or town clerk, or Boston Registrar, for more information.

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