Solano County Birth Records
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Solano County Birth Records (1905-1995)
CaliforniaBirthIndex.org provides free access to Solano County birth records from 1905 to 1995. Search by name to find birth dates, parents' names, and county of birth — completely free, no registration required.
What You'll Find in Solano County Birth Records
Each birth record in our Solano County database includes:
— Full name (first, middle, last)
— Date of birth
— Sex
— Mother's maiden name
— County of birth (Solano County)
The California Birth Index does not include time of birth, hospital name, or parents' first names. For those details, you'll need a certified birth certificate (see below).
How to Search Solano County Birth Records
Use the search bar at the top of any page to find Solano County birth records by first and last name. You can also search by parents' names to find siblings or children born to specific parents in Solano County.
About Solano County
Solano County is one of California's original 27 counties, created in 1850 and named after Chief Solano, a Suisun tribal leader who allied with the Mexican government. The county straddles the northeastern edge of the San Francisco Bay Area and the Sacramento Valley. Travis Air Force Base, established in 1942, has been the county's largest employer and a major driver of population growth. The county grew from about 105,000 in 1950 to nearly 340,000 by 1990, fueled by the military presence and affordable housing attracting Bay Area commuters.
How to Get a Certified Solano County Birth Certificate
While CaliforniaBirthIndex.org provides free index information, you'll need a certified birth certificate for official purposes like passports, driver's licenses, or proving identity.
Solano County Assessor/Recorder
— Address: 675 Texas Street, Suite 2700, Fairfield, CA 94533
— Phone: (707) 784-6200
— Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
— Website: Assessor/Recorder
Fee: $34 per certified copy. As of January 1, 2026 (AB 64 $2 increase).
Ways to Order
In Person: Visit the Assessor/Recorder at 675 Texas Street, Suite 2700, Fairfield, CA 94533. Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Most in-person requests are processed the same day or within a few business days.
By Mail: Send a completed application with payment (check or money order) to: Solano County Assessor/Recorder, 675 Texas Street, Suite 2700, Fairfield, CA 94533-6338. Allow 2-4 weeks for processing and delivery.
Through the State: You can also order from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) for $31 per copy. See our guide: How to Get a Certified Birth Certificate.
Recent Births
For children age 2 and under, contact Solano Public Health Vital Statistics at 275 Beck Avenue, Fairfield — phone (707) 784-8060 (appointment only). For individuals older than 2, visit the Assessor/Recorder's office.
Solano County Specifics
Solano County has a unique age-based split: birth certificates for children age 2 and under are handled by Public Health Vital Statistics (by appointment only at 275 Beck Avenue), while certificates for anyone older than 2 come from the Assessor/Recorder's office. The Recorder's office opens at 9:00 AM — later than most California county offices. Birth certificates are available from 1873 to present.
Authorized vs. Informational Copies
Solano County issues two types of certified birth certificates:
— Authorized copy: Can be used to establish identity (for passports, driver's licenses, etc.). Only available to the person named on the certificate, their parents, legal guardians, or other authorized individuals.
— Informational copy: Marked "Informational, Not a Valid Document to Establish Identity." Available to anyone but cannot be used for identification purposes.
What If I Can't Find a Record?
If you can't find a Solano County birth record in our database, consider:
— Trying alternate name spellings or maiden names
— The birth may have occurred in a neighboring county
— Pre-1905 births are not included in the California Birth Index
— Contact the Solano County Assessor/Recorder directly at (707) 784-6200
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