I was born in the Presidio at Letterman Hospital. For a birth or death that took place outside of San Francisco, please contact the County Recorder in the county where the event took place or the California Department of Public Health. For instructions, please visit our webpage Birth & Death Certificates. San Francisco County Clerk can only issue certificates for Individuals born in San Francisco County more than 3 years ago and back to 1906 or Individuals deceased in San Francisco County more than 3 years ago and back to 1906. How do I get a copy of an older birth or death certificate? For a birth or death that took place outside of San Francisco, please contact the County Recorder in the county where the event took place. Please contact them at 41 for fees and office hours. Newborn certificates are available approximately 4 weeks after the birth date and birth years up to 3 years old and death certificates where event date is up to 3 years old are available from the San Francisco Department of Public Health located at 101 Grove St. How do I get a copy of a RECENT birth or death certificate? Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) By Topic