Complete the secure order process
for certified birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates.
Step 1 — Select the certificate you need
Most orders take about 5 minutes to complete.
Get your vital records in three easy steps
Choose the vital record you need from any U.S. state
Complete the secure application form and required documentation
Receive your official certificate securely via mail
Most states allow the following individuals to order certified copies of vital records.
Eligibility requirements vary by state. The application will confirm eligibility during the order process.
Order official certificates from all 50 U.S. states
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Sarah Mitchell
Austin, TX
"After my mother passed, getting her death certificate felt overwhelming. The step-by-step assistance was compassionate and clear. They handled everything professionally and kept me informed throughout."
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Miami, FL
"I've used other services before, but this was by far the easiest. The transparency about fees and processing times was refreshing. No hidden surprises, just straightforward service."
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Seattle, WA
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Chicago, IL
"As someone who's not tech-savvy, I appreciated how simple everything was explained. The AI helped me understand exactly what documents I needed and why. Made the whole process stress-free."
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Phoenix, AZ
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Vital records are issued by the state or county agency that registered the event. Photocopies and unofficial printouts are rarely accepted — most agencies require a certified copy bearing the issuing agency's seal. Here is what each record type is typically used for when you order a birth certificate online or request any other certified copy.
A certified birth certificate is the primary proof of identity, age, citizenship and parentage in the United States.
A certified death certificate is required by nearly every institution that holds an account or policy in the decedent's name.
A certified marriage certificate proves a legal union and is the document agencies ask for when a name or status changes.
A divorce certificate or certified decree confirms a marriage has legally ended and that you are free to remarry.
Eligibility, accepted identification and agency fees are set by each jurisdiction and differ by state and county. Every order placed through US Records is reviewed for completeness and filed with the issuing agency on your behalf.
Click any state to view available vital records and start your order
US Records is a private service that assists individuals with ordering vital records from government agencies. We are not a government agency. Official vital records may be obtained directly from the issuing government office for free or at a lower cost. Our fees cover the convenience of online ordering, guided assistance, document review, and document filing, to help ensure your order meets agency requirements.