Ventura County Birth Records
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Ventura County Birth Records (1905-1995)
CaliforniaBirthIndex.org provides free access to Ventura 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 Ventura County Birth Records
Each birth record in our Ventura County database includes:
— Full name (first, middle, last)
— Date of birth
— Sex
— Mother's maiden name
— County of birth (Ventura 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 Ventura County Birth Records
Use the search bar at the top of any page to find Ventura 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 Ventura County.
About Ventura County
Ventura County was split from Santa Barbara County in 1872 and named after the San Buenaventura Mission. The county remained largely agricultural through the mid-20th century, known for its lemon and avocado orchards. Rapid suburbanization came in the 1960s through 1980s as families from Los Angeles County moved to communities like Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, and Oxnard. The population grew from about 115,000 in 1950 to over 670,000 by 1990.
How to Get a Certified Ventura 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.
Ventura County County Clerk and Recorder
— Address: 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009
— Phone: (805) 654-2263
— Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:45 PM
— Website: County Clerk and Recorder
Fee: $31 per certified copy. As of January 1, 2026 (AB 64 $2 increase). Credit cards accepted at the counter.
Ways to Order
In Person: Visit the County Clerk and Recorder at 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009. Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:45 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: Ventura County Clerk-Recorder, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009-1260. 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 births within the current and previous calendar year, you may also contact the Office of Vital Records at 2240 E. Gonzales Road, Suite 150, Oxnard, CA 93036 — phone (805) 981-5172. The Clerk-Recorder also has all years available.
Ventura County Specifics
Ventura County has three office locations: the main Government Center in Ventura, the East County office in Thousand Oaks, and the Public Health Vital Records office in Oxnard. The Thousand Oaks office is closed every other Friday. Birth records are available from 1873 to present, among the earliest in the state.
Authorized vs. Informational Copies
Ventura 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 Ventura 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 Ventura County County Clerk and Recorder directly at (805) 654-2263
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