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Vermont Divorce Certificates
Learn how to order Vermont Divorce Certificates from the Vermont Department of Health (VDH-Vital Records). The state fee for each certified divorce certificate replacement ordered by mail is $10.00, while certificates ordered online cost $10.00 each. Non-certified copies are available at no charge. The current processing time 10 to 20 days. Authorized individuals include the certificate holder and immediate family members.
How to Order Vermont Divorce Certificates
Vermont divorce certificates can be ordered online through VRO, which is the most efficient and reliable option, or by mail through the VDH-Vital Records. Before placing your order, it is important to review the associated cost, eligibility, requirements, and processing times.
Ordering with VRO
To request a replacement Vermont divorce certificate online through VRO, complete these two simple steps:
- Complete the online application and upload your documents.
- Process your order.
Starting from
$29+ state fees
Benefits of Ordering Online with VRO
- 5 minutes process
- No waiting in lines
- No handling paperwork or mail
- Simplified application process
- 24 hour service
- Online assistance by specialists
- Verification and error-checking
- Order tracking
- Online notary
- Pay online by credit card
- Remote processing time
required documents
What Documents Are Required to Order a Vermont Divorce Certificate?
The Vermont Department of Health Vital Records does not require proof of identity when requesting divorce certificates. However, requirements may vary by county for local requests. For detailed information about the required documents, review the provided guidelines.
Primary ID Requirements Options | Secondary ID Requirements Options |
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Vermont Driver's License | Autism Spectrum Card |
How to Get a Divorce Certificate Without ID
No proof of ID is required through the Vermont Department of Health when requesting divorce certificates, although local requirements may vary by county.
Cost & fees
What Are the Costs and Fees Associated with Replacing a Divorce Certificate in Vermont?
The total cost to replace a divorce certificate varies depending on how you order it—online through VRO, in person, or by mail. The VDH-Vital Records current fees for a certified divorce certificate cost $10.00 when requested by mail and $10.00 when ordered online. If you choose to use the online application assistant from VRO, an additional fee of $29.00, plus the state fee, will be applied.
State Fee |
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$10.00 |
Rush Processing |
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Not Available |
Additional Copy |
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1 x $10.00 |
Processing time
How Long Does It Take to Process and Receive a Divorce Certificate in Vermont?
The processing time for replacing a divorce certificate through VDH Vital Records varies based on whether the order is placed online, by mail, or in person at the town or city clerk's office.
Processing Time |
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10 to 20 days |
Rush Processing Time |
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Not Available |
Authorization
Who is Authorized to Order a Vermont Divorce Certificate?
Divorce records in Vermont are generally unrestricted, so anyone can request copies if they provide the required information, including the state application and fees.
Authorized People
- Unrestricted
Do I Need to Notarize My Application?
The Vermont Department of Health does not require applicants to obtain notarized statements when requesting certified copies of vital records, regardless of the type of certificate, the method of order, or who is making the request.
Tracking
How to Track the Status of Your Application
When you place your order with VRO, you can track the status of your application online as we handle it. VRO verifies your documents before sending them to the Vermont Department of Health Vital Records (VDH-Vital Records) for processing. You can also request mail tracking through VRO to monitor your application's progress to the health department.
If you choose to manually mail your divorce certificate request to the VDH-Vital Records it is recommended to purchase mail tracking to ensure it arrives.
The VDH-Vital Records does not provide tracking for certificate delivery. To monitor the status of your vital records, it's advisable to choose expedited shipping during the application process. This option includes tracking for secure and prompt delivery. Once your certificate is mailed from the VDH-Vital Records, they are not responsible for lost or misdirected certificates.
frequently asked questions
Other FAQs
Why Do I Need Certified Copies of a Vermont Divorce Certificate?
A certified copy of your Vermont divorce certificate serves as official proof of your marital status change. Whether you’re updating legal documents or handling financial matters, a certified record is often required.
Divorce certificates are often helpful or required for:Applying for a driver's license
Applying for a new passport
Issuing or obtaining a Social Security Card
Applying for Social Security benefits
Claiming pension or insurance benefits
Genealogy research
Claiming family inheritance
Applying for a new job
Enrolling in school
Enlisting in the military
Obtaining a marriage license
What Does a Vermont Divorce Certificate Look Like?
A Vermont divorce certificate is an official document issued by the Vermont Department of Health Vital Records that verifies the legal dissolution of a marriage. While its design may differ depending on the year of issuance, it always includes key security and authentication features.
- Full Name of the Person: The full legal names of the spouses.
- Date of Birth: The exact date of divorce of the spouses.
- State Seal: A raised, embossed, or printed multicolor or black and white seal of the issuing authority, which validates the document.
- Signature of State Registrar: The signature of the state registrar or authorized official responsible for issuing the divorce certificate.
- Printed on Security Paper: Printed on specialized paper to prevent counterfeiting.
In some instances, a certified divorce certificate may also include:
How to Replace a Lost or Stolen Vermont Divorce Certificate
If you lose your divorce certificate: A divorce certificate can be used for identity fraud if it falls into the wrong hands.
- Apply for a certified replacement copy in person, by mail, or online through VRO. You must complete the application, gather the required identification and documents, and pay the fees determined by the VDH Vital Records.
- For applying by mail: Send your application, documents, and a check or money order for the replacement fee to the VDH Vital Records at:
Vermont Department of Health, Vital Records
280 State Drive Waterbury, VT 05671-8370 - For online submissions: Complete the application and upload your documents through the VRO website (payable by credit card online).
- For applying by mail: Send your application, documents, and a check or money order for the replacement fee to the VDH Vital Records at:
- VDH-Vital Records will mail the certified copy(s) after processing.
How to Correct or Amend a Vermont Divorce Certificate
Corrections or amendments to a Vermont divorce certificate are allowed when errors were made in the original document. The VDH-Vital Records oversees this process and requires specific documentation based on the nature of the correction.
To request a correction, applicants must:
- Complete the Amendment Request Form provided by VDH-Vital Records.
- Provide supporting documentation verifying the correct information, such as:
- A certified copy of a court order (for significant changes).
- Government-issued identification showing the correct name.
- Marriage or birth certificates to support corrections to personal details.
- Pay the amendment processing fee, which varies based on the complexity of the change.
How to Get an Apostille for a Vermont Divorce Certificate
When filing a vital record with a foreign government, an apostille certification is often required. An apostille for Vermont vital records can be acquired through the Vermont State Archives and Records Administration (VSARA) or Vital Records Online (VRO).
VRO offers online apostille services that are accepted by governments and organizations in over 100 countries. Their service includes professional assistance for obtaining apostilles for divorce certificates in all 50 states, starting at $149, plus government fees.
To request an apostille by mail you will need to provide the following information:- Apostille/Authentication Request Form
- Certified Divorce certificate
- $10.00 per document, checks/money orders only, payable to the VT Secretary of State.
- Self-addressed envelope only if expedited delivery is needed
You can submit requests for vital record apostilles to the Vermont State Archives and Records Administration (VSARA) at the following addresses:
Standard Mail/Express Courier Submissions:
Vermont State Archives and Records Administration
1078 U.S. Route 2 Middlesex
Montpelier, VT 05633-7701