Need a Death Certificate?

Need a Death Certificate?

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Need a Death Certificate?

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Learn what you'll need to order an official death certificate.

  • Full Name & Date of Death - The complete name of the deceased and date of death as expected on the certificate.
  • Place of Death - City, state, and sometimes county where the death occurred.
  • Relationship to Deceased - Your relationship to the deceased (e.g., spouse, child, legal representative).
  • Self-identification & Proof of Relationship - This is usually verified electronically, but you may occasionally need to submit a valid ID or other documents to prove your relationship.
  • Payment Method - Credit card or other accepted forms of payment.

Understand what information is included in the official document and its legal uses.

  • Personal Details - Full name of the deceased, date of birth, and date of death.
  • Place of Death - City, county, and state where the death occurred.
  • Cause of Death (if available) - Medical cause of death as recorded by the certifying physician.
  • Official Seal - Certified government seal ensuring authenticity.
  • Legal Uses - Used for estate settlement, insurance claims, pension benefits, and genealogical research (unless otherwise specified).

Discover the steps involved in ordering a death certificate.

  • Complete the Application - Fill out the online form with details such as the name of the deceased, date of death, and place of death.
  • Make Payment - Pay using a secure payment method.
  • Verify Identity - Follow our secure identity verification process to confirm your eligibility.
  • Processing - The government vital records agency processes your request. Certificate delivery times vary by agency and is not controlled by VitalChek.
  • Receive Certificate - The government vital records agency ships the certified death certificate to you.
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How VitalChek Works

Step 1

Fill out our form online.

It should only take 5-10 minutes to complete.
No hidden fees and secure communication at every step.

Start with our simple online form.

Obtain your vital records with our user-friendly online form. Completing the form should take between 5-10 minutes. Our secured forms protect personal information at every step, from your home directly to the government agency.

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Step 2

VitalChek validates your request.

Electronic identity validation protocols are sufficient for most orders. No unauthorized parties can see your personal information.

After submitting your application, VitalChek ensures the accuracy of your request through a secure validation process. We use LexisNexis© technology for electronic identity verification on most orders, which helps confirm your identity quickly and securely. This efficient process safeguards your personal information, ensuring that it remains confidential and is only accessible to authorized personnel handling your order.

Step 3

The government agency does their job.

VitalChek is the exclusive online partner of over 450 governing agencies. Your certificate will be printed and shipped directly from the appropriate government location.

After your application is validated, the appropriate government agency will handle your request via our PCI-compliant security standards, which include stringent data security audits. As the exclusive online partner for over 450 vital record agencies, we ensure your official certificates are processed efficiently and securely.

Your official record is printed and shipped directly from the authorized government location, ensuring its authenticity and quick delivery. This step guarantees that you receive your vital record from the authoritative source without unnecessary delays, reinforcing our commitment to efficiency and reliability.

Step 4

Your order is shipped to you.

Your order is shipped directly from the agency to you. Next-day shipping allows you to track your package from the agency to your door.

Get your document as quickly as possible.

Your order is shipped directly from the agency to you. Although other shipping methods are available, our recommended next-day shipping rates are about 50% cheaper than standard overnight shipping and allows you to track your order as soon as the agency's work is complete and the official document is packaged for delivery.

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What Do You Need?

To complete your order smoothly, please have the following information ready:

Personal Details

Full name, date of death and place of death.

  • Identification:
    Not all orders require this, but you may need a valid government-issued ID (e.g., driver's license, passport).
  • Proof of Entitlement:
    Occasionally, we'll need documentation proving your right to access the certificate.
  • Payment Method:
    Credit or debit card.

Death Certificates

Our vital records are certified official documents provided directly by government agencies.

Here's what you can expect on your certificate:

  • Accurate and Up-to-date Information:
    All data is verified to ensure accuracy.
  • Official Seal and Signatures:
    Each certificate is legally recognized and comes with official seals and signatures directly from the government agency. These can be used for drivers licenses, insurance, travel benefits and more.
  • Secure and Confidential:
    Your personal information is handled with the highest security and confidentiality.
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Order an Official Death Certificate.

VitalChek has partnered with vital record agencies within the United States to bring you the ability to order the vital records you need.

Need a different certificate?

We can also help you obtain your Birth, Marriage, Divorce certificates. We can also help if you need certificates from other states. Click here to get started.

We have direct relationships with state and local government agencies in the United States.

That means we can process your request quickly, affordably, and securely. The only thing faster is doing it in person, but that's not always possible or convenient, and that's why we're here.

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Hundreds of government agencies nationwide exclusively trust VitalChek for accepting their death certificates and other vital record orders.


Our easy application process will help you find the right agency and certificate for your specific needs.

Why should you trust VitalChek?

4 million
vital documents processed per year

More than 35 years
of experience

100%
compliance with the highest level PCI standards to protect your personal information

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