BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES
Certified copies of birth and death certificates may be requested through any of our offices for events that occurred in Utah. We also have limited access to marriage and divorce records and can refer you to the appropriate office when we are unable to assist.
If the event occurred outside of Utah, you will need to contact the vital records office in that jurisdiction, as each state maintains its own records. The national directory of vital records offices provides contact information for each agency.
HOW TO REQUEST A CERTIFICATE
There are two ways to request a certificate: online or in-person.
Online
Request through the Utah Vital Records website. Orders typically arrive by mail within 3 weeks (processing times may vary).
In-Person
Visit one of our offices. Many requests can be completed the same day, depending on eligibility and required documentation. Refer to the sections below for requirements by certificate type.
BIRTH CERTIFICATE — FOR MYSELF
Required Identification
Valid government-issued photo identification. Refer to the ID Requirements section for acceptable documents.
Information You Will Need
The application will be completed at the time of your visit.
- Full name on certificate
- Date of birth
- Place of birth
- Parent(s) full names (including mother’s maiden name if known)
In addition to the certificate information above, applicant’s contact information (name, phone, address, email) is required.
Cost
- $22 per certificate
- $10 per additional copy
Additional fees may apply for amendments, corrections, or reissuance. A $0.75 card processing fee applies.
BIRTH CERTIFICATE — FOR SOMEONE ELSE
Required Identification
Valid government-issued photo identification. Refer to the ID Requirements section for acceptable documents.
Eligibility Requirements
You must have a legal or qualifying relationship to the individual listed on the birth certificate.
- Spouse or listed partner
- Parent
- Child
- Sibling
- Grandparent or grandchild
- Legal guardian
- Estate representative
- Other legal interest
Additional Documentation
- Spouse/partner: Marriage certificate or license
- Parent: Proof of parent-child relationship
- Child: Your birth certificate
- Sibling: Birth certificates showing shared parent
- Grandparent/grandchild: Chain of birth certificates
- Legal guardian: Guardianship documents
- Estate representative: Proof of legal authority
- Other legal interest: Proof of legal need
Information You Will Need
The application will be completed at the time of your visit.
- Full name on certificate
- Date of birth
- Place of birth
- Parent(s) full names
In addition to the certificate information above, applicant’s contact information (name, phone, address, email) is required.
Cost
- $22 per certificate
- $10 per additional copy
Additional fees may apply for amendments, corrections, or reissuance. A $0.75 card processing fee applies.
DEATH CERTIFICATE
Required Identification
Valid government-issued photo identification. Refer to the ID Requirements section for acceptable documents.
Eligibility Requirements
You must have a legal or qualifying relationship to the deceased individual.
- Spouse or listed partner
- Parent
- Child
- Sibling
- Grandparent or grandchild
- Legal guardian
- Estate representative
- Other legal interest
Additional Documentation
- Spouse/partner: Marriage certificate or license
- Parent: Proof of parent-child relationship
- Child: Your birth certificate
- Sibling: Birth certificates showing shared parent
- Grandparent/grandchild: Chain of birth certificates
- Legal guardian: Guardianship documents
- Estate representative: Proof of legal authority
- Other legal interest: Proof of legal need
Information You Will Need
The application will be completed at the time of your visit.
- Full name of deceased
- Date of birth and date of death
- Place of birth and place of death
- Parent(s) full names
- Spouse name (if applicable)
In addition to the certificate information above, applicant’s contact information (name, phone, address, email) is required.
Cost
- $30 per certificate
- $10 per additional copy
Additional fees may apply for amendments, corrections, or reissuance. A $0.75 card processing fee applies.
OTHER CERTIFICATE REQUEST
Required Identification
Valid government-issued photo identification. Refer to the ID Requirements section for acceptable documents.
Important Notice
For all other certificate requests, please contact our office before visiting in person. We will help determine eligibility and provide next steps for your specific request.
ID Requirements for Vital Records
Expand the PRIMARY LIST and SECONDARY LIST for options of acceptable forms of identification.
PRIMARY LIST
If using this list, only one is required and it must be current and not expired.
- Government-issued photo driver’s license
- Government-issued photo identification
- Employment Authorization Card
- U.S. Military Identification Card
- Tribal Identification Card
- Permanent Resident Card
- Foreign Visa
- U.S. Passport
- U.S. Passport Card
- Foreign Passport
- U.S. Naturalization Certificate or Certificate of Citizenship
- Matricula Consular Card
- Concealed Weapon Permit
- Mexican Voter Registration Card
- Jail/Prison Release Form (with picture)
- Veteran’s Health ID Card
SECONDARY LIST
If using this list, two are required, and they must be current and not expired.
- Work identification – paycheck stub or W-2
- School, university, or college identification card
- Voter registration card
- Social Security card
- U.S. Military Separation (DD-214)
- Motor vehicle registration or title
- Marriage license (certified copy with signatures, not an abstract)
- Court order or court documents
- Jail or prison documents
- Probation documents
- Property tax receipt
- Selective Service card
- Hunting or fishing license
- Insurance card or documents
- Utility bill
- Business license
- Professional license
Contact Us
Washington County:
(435) 986-2557
Iron County:
(435) 586-2437
Kane County:
(435) 296-5477
Beaver County:
(435) 438-2482
Garfield County:
(435) 710-5003
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Can I get a certificate if I was born outside of Southwest Utah?
A: Yes. We issue any Utah birth records.
Q: Which relatives can you request a vital record for?
A: Yourself or immediate family members, including your mother, father, sibling, spouse, child, grandparent, or grandchild only (no stepparents, in-laws, or ex-spouses).
Q: How do I know if my copy is certified?
A: It has a seal and is on security paper.
Q: Why didn’t I get my baby’s birth certificate, even though I filled out the paperwork at the time of birth?
A: Paperwork completed at the time of birth only registers the birth with the state. You must still purchase a copy in-person or online to receive the certificate.
Q: How do I get a certificate for a home birth?
A: If a midwife assisted, the midwife files the birth record. If not, contact Utah Vital Records. After registration, you may order certificate.
Q: When do I need an apostille?
A: For documents outside the U.S. (employment, marriage, adoption, or missionary service). Learn more at Utah Authentications.
Q: How do I add father to birth certificate?
A: Voluntary Declaration of Paternity must be completed in person with both parents present.
Contact Us
Washington County:
(435) 986-2557
Iron County:
(435) 586-2437
Kane County:
(435) 296-5477
Beaver County:
(435) 438-2482
Garfield County:
(435) 710-5003