Getting your ID and documents back in Indiana
The short answer
Order your Indiana birth certificate from the local health department where you were born, the fastest way. If you don't have an ID that works for voting, the BMV gives a state ID card at no cost.
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Birth certificate
The Indiana Department of Health says the fastest way is the local health department in the county where you were born, in person or by order. You can also mail State Form 49607 to the state (2 to 3 weeks), order online through VitalChek, or call 866 601 0891 any time. The first copy costs $10 and each extra copy in the same order is $4. Online and phone orders add fees.
Official page: in.gov/health/vital-records/order-now
State ID card at no cost for voting
The Indiana Secretary of State says that if you don't have an ID that works for voting, state law requires the BMV to give you an Indiana State ID card at no cost. Go to any BMV branch with your documents.
Official pages: in.gov/sos/elections/voter-information/photo-id-law/obtaining-a-photo-id, secure.in.gov/bmv/licenses-permits-ids/learners-permits-and-drivers-licenses-overview/identification-cards
Social Security card
You may be able to request a replacement Social Security card online at ssa.gov. Replacing a card costs nothing.
Official page: ssa.gov/number-card/replace-card
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Sources last checked October 27, 2026. If something has changed, please tell us so we can fix it.
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