Kenner Birth Records
Kenner birth records are handled through the Jefferson Parish Clerk of Court, not through the City of Kenner. No Kenner city office issues birth certificates. Residents can visit the First Parish Court location in nearby Metairie or any of the other Jefferson Parish Clerk offices to get a certified copy. Online ordering through the Louisiana Vital Records Registry is also available for those who prefer not to visit in person.
Kenner Quick Facts
Where Kenner Residents Get Birth Certificates
The Jefferson Parish Clerk of Court partners with the Louisiana Bureau of Vital Records and is the local source for birth certificates in Kenner. Three Jefferson Parish Clerk locations offer birth record services. The nearest to Kenner is the First Parish Court in Metairie at 924 David Drive, Metairie, LA 70003. This is typically the most convenient for Kenner residents.
The other two locations are the Second Parish Court at 100 Huey P. Long Ave. in Gretna and the Juvenile Court at 1546 Gretna Blvd. in Harvey. All three offer the same birth certificate service at the same price. The main Jefferson Parish Clerk phone number is (504) 364-2900.
Walk-in service only. No appointments needed. Bring your ID and payment in cash, check, or money order. Credit cards are not accepted at Jefferson Parish Clerk locations. This payment restriction is important to note before you go.
| Nearest Location | First Parish Court 924 David Drive, Metairie, LA 70003 |
|---|---|
| Main Phone | (504) 364-2900 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
| Website | jpclerkofcourt.us |
| Payment | Cash, check, or money order only |
Note: If the person was born before 1983, plan to arrive before 4:00 p.m. Pre-1983 records often need updating in the state system before a certificate can be printed, and that update takes extra time.
Fees for Kenner Birth Certificates
Birth certificates through the Jefferson Parish Clerk cost $34.00. A birth card paired with the certificate costs $48.00 total for the pair. The birth card cannot be purchased separately under LSA R.S. 40:39.1. Death certificates cost $26.00 each and are available for deaths registered in Louisiana.
If you prefer a lower fee, the Louisiana Vital Records Registry charges $15.00 for a long-form certificate and $9.00 for a birth card. The pair together is $24.00. Order online through VitalChek or call 1-877-605-8562. Mail orders to the state cost the same but take 8-10 weeks to arrive. Send mail requests to P.O. Box 60630, New Orleans, LA 70160.
Jefferson Parish Clerk Services for Kenner
The Jefferson Parish Clerk birth and death certificate page lists all three service locations with full addresses and what to expect during your visit. Check this page before you drive to confirm current hours.
The clerk's site includes a note about the cash, check, and money order payment requirement and the pre-1983 arrival recommendation.
The City of Kenner official website is a resource for local government services but does not handle birth certificates. The city directs residents to the Jefferson Parish Clerk for vital records.
The Kenner city site can help you find other local services you may need while handling personal document matters.
Who Can Request a Kenner Birth Certificate
Louisiana birth records are closed to the general public for 100 years under LSA R.S. 40:36. You need to qualify under LSA R.S. 40:41 to request a certified copy. The rules are the same whether you go through the Jefferson Parish Clerk or the state office.
Eligible requestors are the person named on the certificate, their current legal spouse, mother, father, adult children, siblings, grandparents, grandchildren, and attorneys holding a signed contract from one of these individuals. A legal guardian with a court-issued judgment of custody also qualifies. Notarized documents about custody are not enough. The court order must be signed by a judge.
Step-parents, in-laws, cousins, aunts, uncles, and ex-spouses do not qualify under state law. If you are unsure about your eligibility, call the Jefferson Parish Clerk at (504) 364-2900 before visiting.
Ordering Kenner Birth Records Through VitalChek
Kenner residents who cannot visit a Jefferson Parish Clerk location can order a certified birth certificate through VitalChek. Go to vitalchek.com or call 1-877-605-8562. The service connects to the Louisiana Vital Records Registry and processes your request electronically. You pay online with a credit card. A processing fee is added on top of the state fee.
VitalChek orders typically arrive faster than mail-in requests because the order is processed digitally and shipped directly. If you need the record urgently and cannot visit in person, VitalChek is usually the better option over mailing the state. For mail orders, send a written request with your ID copy and payment to the Louisiana Vital Records Registry, P.O. Box 60630, New Orleans, LA 70160. Budget 8-10 weeks.
The state office in New Orleans also accepts walk-in requests at 1450 Poydras Street, Suite 400. Walk-in hours are 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on weekdays. The state phone number is (504) 593-5100 for questions about your order or eligibility.
Jefferson Parish Birth Records
Kenner is in Jefferson Parish, and all birth certificate requests go through the Jefferson Parish Clerk of Court at one of three locations. For full details on all Jefferson Parish Clerk offices, fees, and resources, see the parish page.