What to do
Request the form
You can't fill the form out online. It has many pages, and requires an official witness.
You can either:
- Visit us in person to get the form and fill it out
- Ask us to mail you a blank form (you'll need a witness)
- Get the form from another place that can help
1. Fill out the form during our open hours
Child Support Services
Main Office617 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94105-3503
Mon to Fri,
8:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Drop-ins welcome
- Main office has kiosk for child support payments
- Transit and parking options
or
2. Email us to request a blank form
or
3. Complete the form at one of these locations
You can ask for the form at:
- The hospital, after birth
- Your local registrar of births and deaths
- County welfare office
- Local court and family law facilitator office
Someone at these locations can help you understand and fill out the form. They can also serve as an authorized witness.
If you're not sure you’re the genetic parent, don’t sign the form. Ask us about free DNA testing.
What happens next?
After you submit the form, we'll be in touch with information and next steps.
If you filled out the form and want to cancel it
If you filled out the form and want to cancel it
How to cancel a Voluntary Declaration of Parentage
Usually, you have 60 days from signing the form to cancel it. Find out how to cancel your VDOP form.
Get help
Phone
Parentage Opportunity Program
You must answer automated questions before you talk to someone.
Last updated October 27, 2022