Identity Documents

Born in PA? Now that Pennsylvania has waived the application fee for anyone experiencing homelessness, we can show your case manager or social worker how to request your Pennsylvania birth record and fee waiver.

• For guidance and materials on how case managers, social workers and other support professionals can obtain your Pennsylvania birth certificate, click here.
• If you are experiencing homelessness but are not in shelter or a program with case management or social work support, call us at 215-523-9595.
• Fees are also waived for anyone born in PA who is under the age of 18 and in the Foster Care or Juvenile Justice System. See application here.

Born out of state? States have different requirements and the fees can be expensive. HAP will continue to assist people experiencing homelessness – with or without case managers – to obtain their out of state birth certificates.

• NO CASE MANAGEMENT: If you are experiencing homelessness and on your own with no case management or social work support, call HAP’s main number at 215-523-9595 for help.
• YES CASE MANAGEMENT: If you are experiencing homelessness and have a case manager through OHS or another agency, your case manager must submit a referral directly to HAP so that we can help. Click here for referral documents and instructions.

Here’s what you need to know about getting an ID in Philadelphia.

• Here’s what you’ll need to request your SS Card.
  Have an issue? Call our office at 215-523-9595 or come to one of our clinics.

• Need a replacement Green Card? Learn more here.
• For all issues and questions, call HAP at 215-523-9595 or come to one of our clinics.