The Harris County Clerk’s Office (HCCO) will open all 10 annex locations on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for its Sixth Annual Back to School Birth Certificate Event. For the first time, all annexes will participate, giving families convenient access to birth certificates outside regular business hours ahead of school registration.
Since launching the event in 2021, HCCO has helped hundreds of families secure the birth certificates required for enrollment ahead of the school year.
“By opening all 10 annex locations on a Saturday, we’re making it easier for families across Harris County to check one more item off their to-do list,” said Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth. “We’re proud to help hardworking parents with busy schedules access the documents they need before the school year begins.”
HCCO provides short‑form birth certificates, which are accepted for school enrollment. To obtain a birth certificate, applicants must:
- Have been born in the State of Texas
- Be an immediate family member of the child or a legal guardian
- Provide a valid photo ID (driver’s license, state or federal ID, military ID, U.S. passport, or supporting documents)
- Complete a birth certificate application, available at HCCO offices
- Pay the $23 fee (cash or credit card)
Families unable to attend the event can still get birth certificates online, by mail, or in person at any of HCCO’s locations during regular business hours. For more information, visit cclerk.hctx.net or call 713‑274‑8690.
For information on all other HCCO services, visit cclerk.hctx.net or follow @HarrisCoTXClerk on social media for news and updates.
