Getting your ID and documents back in Maine

The short answer

Maine birth certificates cost $15 (with one certified copy) and $6 for each extra copy. Walk in at 220 Capitol Street, Augusta, 9 AM to 4 PM, for usually same day service, or order by mail or through VitalChek.

Need help tonight?

911Danger or emergency right now 988Call or text. Crisis or thinking about suicide. 24 hours 211Shelter, food, bills, anything else 1 800 799 7233Someone hurting you at home. Text START to 88788

Birth certificate

In person: 220 Capitol Street, Augusta, walk ins 9 AM to 4 PM. Bring the application, ID and payment (cashier's check, money order or card). Usually same day.
By mail: application, a copy of your signed photo ID, a self addressed stamped envelope, the fee (check or money order to Treasurer, State of Maine) and a phone or email. About 5 to 7 business days.
Online: VitalChek, 1 877 523 2659 (extra $15.50 fee).
Cost: $15 for the search and one copy, $6 for each extra copy. The state can't waive fees.

Request documents

Official page: maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/vital-records/request-documents

Help with the cost

Ask 211 Maine about local groups that help pay for an ID or birth certificate.

Dial 211

Official page: maine.gov/dhhs/about/contact/hotlines

Social Security card

You may be able to request a replacement Social Security card online at ssa.gov. Replacing a card costs nothing.

Replace your card

Official page: ssa.gov/number-card/replace-card

More help in Maine

Start here Emergency shelter tonight Food Clothing and hygiene ID and documents Health and mental health Jobs and job training Legal and tenant help Phones and internet Veterans Youth and young adults Domestic violence safety and housing How to make blessing bags

Back to Maine housing help

Sources last checked October 27, 2026. If something has changed, please tell us so we can fix it.

Nothing here is a promise of a bed, money or a spot in any program. Each place decides who it can serve. You choose what feels right for you.