No, you generally cannot use a birth certificate to buy tobacco products. Federal and state regulations require retailers to verify age using a . Why Birth Certificates Are Rejected

If you do not have a photo ID, most states allow you to obtain a State ID Card through your local DMV or equivalent agency by using your birth certificate as one of the supporting documents.

Because birth certificates do not have a photograph, a retailer cannot verify that the document belongs to the person presenting it.

As of September 30, 2024, the FDA strictly requires retailers to check the photo ID of anyone under the age of 30 attempting to purchase tobacco. Acceptable Forms of Identification

Without a photo, it is easy for someone to use another person's birth certificate.