Birth & Death Certificates
Ordering Birth & Death Certificates:
Washington State Vital Records Acceptable Proofs of Identity Documentation:
Washington State Vital Records Acceptable Proofs of Identity Documentation.pdfIf you need to make corrections on a birth certificate, please review the DOH website to download the Affidavit of Correction and processing instructions.
Affidavit of Correction.pdfBirth Certificates From a Different State: https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/w2w/index.htm?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fnchs%2Fw2w.htm
For Frequent Asked Questions About Certified and Informational Copies: https://www.doh.wa.gov/LicensesPermitsandCertificates/VitalRecords/FAQ/certificatesandinformationalcopiesfaq
Cost Of Certificates
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Each certificate, noncertified, and informational copy | $25 |
| Expedite Fee (Same day service) | $10 |
| Mailing Fee (Regular Mail) | $3 |
| Mailing Fee (Priority Mail) | $9 |
Note: If you choose to receive your certificate by mail, please allow between 1-3 weeks.
Business hours are Monday – Thursday 9 am – 5 pm and Fridays 9 am – 12 pm.
No expedited same-day service available on Fridays.