The WA State Department of Health Vital Records office is responsible for issuing birth certificates. They charge a $40.50 fee to issue the certificate.
To order a birth certificate, the following is required:
First, middle, and last name of the subject of the record.
Date of birth (Month, Day, Year).
City or county of birth.
First and last names of all parents that are listed on the record.
PiPE Advocacy - helps clients who are experiencing violence or abuse obtain birth certificate and ID
1009 State Ave NE, Olympia, WA 98506
(360) 357-4472
Partners in Prevention & Education (PiPE) provides advocacy for people who are unhoused or street-dependent in Thurston County who have experienced domestic violence, sexual violence, sex trafficking, identity based violence or hate crimes.
Social Security Card
Social Security Administration Olympia Office
Mon-Fri 9am-4pm
402 Yauger Way SW Olympia, WA 98502
1-800-772-1213
Walk-ins ok but it’s a good idea to call for an appointment. There are no fees for a replacement card. Documents required to acquire a social security card replacement:
Birth certificate or U.S. Passport
Drivers license, State ID, or U.S. Military ID
State ID/License
The WA State Dept of Licensing is responsible for issuing IDs and drivers licenses. The fee for a replacement ID is $20. Apply online at:
or visit the DOL office at 719 Sleater Kinney Rd SE UNIT 108, Lacey, WA 98503
The Capital Recovery Center may be able to assist with the cost and the application process for an ID. Visit the PATH program at 1011 10th Ave SE Mon, Tues, or Thurs 10am-3pm.
NEW - FREE ID’s for homeless who will remain in WA state
Starting this year, the Washington State Department of Licensing will offer a one-time original or renewed state ID card at no cost for those who are homeless and expected to continue living in Washington.
Those who are homeless and seeking a free ID card can arrive at a driver’s licensing office with or without an appointment. If the person had a Washington driver’s license or ID in the past, employees can locate their record in the DOL system. No other documentation is needed.
719 Sleater Kinney Rd SE UNIT 108, Lacey, WA 98503
People seeking identification will need a current mailing address (See ‘Mail Service’ below), which could be a shelter, community organization or a church. Or they can request to pick up the ID directly from the licensing office.
Mail Service
PATH Program Mail Service
The Capital Recovery Center’s PATH Program offers a mailing address that participants can have their mail sent to. Participants can pick up their mail Monday through Friday 1-3pm. The address (both physical and mailing) is 1011 10th Ave SE Olympia, WA 98501