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We are an authorized online vital records ordering service for Santa Clara County Recorder.

That means we can process your request fast, 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.

Santa Clara County Recorder 110 West Tasman Drive San Jose, CA, 95134
Phone 408-299-5688
Fax 408-433-2342
Visit the Santa Clara County Recorder website.Opens a new tab to an external website.

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About Vital Records from Santa Clara County Recorder

SANTA CLARA COUNTY VITAL RECORDS
The Santa Clara County Recorder (Santa Clara County Vital Records) issues Authorized and Informational copies of Santa Clara County birth certificates and Santa Clara County death certificates, and certified copies of Santa Clara County marriage records (for marriage licenses that were issued in Santa Clara County). You may order copies of Santa Clara County vital records through VitalChek on an expedited basis.

NOTICE: Although VitalChek attempts to include accurate and up-to-date information on this site, state and agency information is subject to change without notice. VitalChek makes no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of the information herein and assumes no liability with respect to such information.



NOTICE

Although VitalChek attempts to include accurate and up-to-date information on this site, state and agency information is subject to change without notice. VitalChek makes no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of the information herein and assumes no liability with respect to such information.

Available California (CA) Vital Record Types

Death Authorized Copy

An authorized, certified copy of a death record that can typically be used to obtain death benefits, claim insurance proceeds, notify social security and other legal purposes. Death Certificates are available for events that occurred in Santa Clara County.

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Death Informational Copy

If you are not eligible to receive an authorized copy of the death record, you will receive a certified informational copy with the words "INFORMATIONAL, NOT A VALID DOCUMENT TO ESTABLISH IDENTITY" imprinted across the face of the copy. This document is primarily used for genealogy and cannot be used for legal purposes.

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