Maryland Death Certificate Application
Official state formFree downloadLast verified November 9, 2026
This is the application for a certified copy of a Maryland death record. It is filed with the Maryland Department of Health, Division of Vital Records, by mail, in person or online.
Who can use this form
- A surviving relative, with proof of the relationship
- An authorized representative, with a letter of administration or authorization of release
- A beneficiary, or someone with a business need or court order, with documentation
What to send with it
- The completed and signed application
- A copy of a valid government-issued photo ID (or two documents showing your name and current address)
- Documentation of your entitlement, such as a birth or marriage certificate
- A self-addressed stamped envelope
- The state fee by check or money order payable to Division of Vital Records
Where to send it
- Mail to
- Maryland Department of Health Division of Vital Records P.O. Box 68760 Baltimore, MD 21215-0036
- State fee
- $10 for the first copy, $12 for each additional copy
- Typical processing
- About 6 weeks by mail
- Source
- Official government page