How do I correct the sex on my birth certificate?

Tennessee law does not allow for the amendment of a birth certificate due to gender reassignment surgery. If a mistake was made on the certificate when recording the sex of the child, the following should be submitted to this office:

1. 1. A signed and notarized affidavit showing the full name, date of birth, the sex as it is shown on the certificate and the sex as it should be correctly listed.
2. 2. Documentary evidence showing the correct sex of the individual (see examples of acceptable documentary evidence).
3. 3. A check or money order for the required amendment fee, and an additional fee for a copy of the corrected certificate.