For most changes, yes. Originals and/or certified copies of supporting documents used to correct a record will be returned once the correction is completed.
However, when adding/removing/replacing a parent's name, certified documents submitted will be retained by VS and placed in a sealed file. A court order is required to unseal a file. Parents should keep copies of certified documents for their records and future use before sending them to VS.
Viwq the application for other circumstances when the original records are kept by our office.