District of Columbia Vital Records

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District of Columbia Government-Issued Vital Records

Ordering vital records in District of Columbia with Vital Records Online is a hassle-free process. Our unmatched experience in online assisted application services will save you time on unnecessary document resubmission at the office. If needed, you will greatly benefit from our unlimited support throughout your application process. We are here to help, by email and telephone.

The DC Department of Health - Vital Records Division sets the requirements for the necessary documentation that you will need in order to obtain your certified vital records. An authorized copy of your vital records is necessary for a variety of purposes. Replace a lost birth certificate, marriage certificate, and death certificate in a few steps with our online forms.

Save unnecessary trips to the DC Department of Health - Vital Records Division and order a certified copy of your records from the comfort of your home. We take care of the processing and ensure a timely delivery straight to your door.

Click the links below to start your online application:

Official Birth Certificate

District of Columbia Birth Certificate

Request a Certified Copy of Live Birth for your baby or child.

Official Marriage Certificate

District of Columbia Marriage Certificate

Obtain Marriage records for yourself or a family member.

Official Marriage Certificate

District of Columbia Death Certificate

Get an Original Copy of a Death Certificate replacement for a lost record.

Ordering Vital Records in District of Columbia

Before starting the process to request a certified copy of a birth certificate, marriage certificate, or death certificate, it is important to understand that you will have to provide some sensitive information in order to obtain your records. It is also important to know about the requirements, processing times, and other relevant information for the District of Columbia government agency. Read below to understand more about some of the most frequently asked questions.

How long will it take to receive my vital records from the District of Columbia?

Processing times differ between the offices, but you should expect to receive your vital records in the District of Columbia between 2 to 4 business weeks.

Who can request vital records from the District of Columbia Department of Health?

The District of Columbia Bureau of Vital Statistics has limitations on who can request vital records. It depends on if the request is for a birth certificate, marriage certificate, or death certificate. The requestor must be doing it on their behalf. Otherwise, the requester must be part of the close family, some distant family member, or must be the legal representative for the individual of record.

What documents are required to order vital records from the District of Columbia?

To complete the online application, the DC Department of Health requires applicants to prove their identity by including a photocopy of their ID. It varies depending on the certificate, but commonly, people can use a driver’s license or a state photo ID. Check other acceptable IDs per certificate needed:

The DC Department of Health’s Vital Records also requires applicants to have their application forms notarized before submitting them. This can be done both online and in person.

How much does a copy of a vital record cost in the District of Columbia?

Vital Records Online will charge a fee starting from $49 for the assistant service whenever you order birth records, marriage certificates or licenses, divorce certificates, or death records. The District of Columbia will charge a $23.00 fee for each certified copy of a birth certificate, a $10.00 fee for each marriage certificate certified copy, and $18.00 for each death certificate. The same fee will apply to any additional copies.

Who can request vital records from the DC Department of Health?

At the moment, there are limitations to who can request vital records in the District of Columbia. It depends if the request is for a birth certificate, marriage certificate, or death certificate. The requestor must be doing it on their own behalf. But the requester can also be part of the immediate family, the person’s guardian, or the legal representative for the individual of record.

How to request birth certificates and other vital records from the District of Columbia

There are two options to order vital records in the District of Columbia. The first and the simplest way is through Vital Records Online. You will be able to complete your application process online. Afterward, you will receive your birth certificate or the other vital records requested by mail. The second option is going in person to the public office where the person in the record was born. This process can be time-consuming because of the paperwork required and the long waiting lines typically associated with the Administration.

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District of Columbia Vital Records Office
Business Hours
Monday: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm EST Time
Tuesday: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm EST Time
Wednesday: 9:00 am to 3:30 pm EST Time
Thursday: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm EST Time
Friday: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm EST Time
Saturday to Sunday - Closed

Accept walk-in and mail-in applications

Vital Records Online Mailing Center
PO Box 13471
Miami, FL 33101

Currently, this location is not open to the public.

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