Nevada Death Certificate Application
Official state formFree downloadLast verified November 9, 2026
This is the application for a certified copy of a Nevada death certificate. It is filed with the Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health, Office of Vital Records.
Who can use this form
- A person with a direct relationship to the deceased by blood or marriage, or a legal relationship
- Someone who needs the certificate to carry out a legal process
- Proof such as a birth certificate or court order unless you are the informant, surviving spouse or a listed parent
What to send with it
- The completed and signed application
- A copy of your photo ID
- Proof of your relationship or legal need (such as a birth certificate or court order)
- Full payment payable to Office of Vital Records (check, money order or credit card form; no cash)
Where to send it
- Mail to
- Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health Office of Vital Records 4150 Technology Way, Suite 104 Carson City, NV 89706
- State fee
- $25 per copy for deaths in Carson, Clark, Douglas, Lyon, Mineral or Washoe counties; $22 elsewhere
- Typical processing
- 4 to 6 weeks by mail
- Source
- Official government page