I have gotten married; do I need to change my birth certificate?

People who get married do not need to change their birth certificates. Your birth certificate is to show your birth name (maiden name). Your marriage certificate or license is your proof that you have taken your spouse’s name.

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1. My name is misspelled/wrong on the birth certificate. How do I fix it?
2. My birth date is wrong. How do I fix my date of birth?
3. My first and/or middle names are missing. How do I add my first and/or middle name?
4. My last or entire name is missing. How do I add my last or entire name?
5. My first and middle name are switched around. How do I fix this?
6. My sex is listed incorrectly on my birth certificate. How do I fix this?
7. I have had a legal name change. How do I fix my birth certificate?
8. I have gotten married; do I need to change my birth certificate?
9. My father’s name is not listed on birth certificate. How do I list my father’s name on the birth certificate?
10. How to put my true gender on my birth certificate?
11. Where do I mail my request or documentation?
12. What is the cost to amend my certificate? Are there any fees?