How to Get a Death Certificate in Alabama
Find state specific ordering options, fees and requirements.
For a death that occurred in Alabama, request certified copies through the official Alabama vital records office—by mail, in person, or online when offered. Prepare the application, payment, and any required identification. Access to newer records may be restricted; confirm eligibility on the state site.
Alabama Death Certificate Fees
Costs from the Alabama Department of Public Health, Center for Health Statistics.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| First certified copy (published fee) | $15.00 |
$15 extra to expedite; vendor and shipping fees separate.
How to order an Alabama death certificate
Use the official online ordering route when available. Online through VitalChek; mail; county health department; telephone through VitalChek. Order Online.
Visit the local or state vital records office listed on the official site. Where to Order in Person.
Mail a completed application, acceptable ID, and payment to the address on the official application. How to Order by Mail.
Who can request a copy?
- Parents, spouse, children, siblings, entitled grandchildren, legal representatives of family or estate, and the named informant.
Access restrictions
Restricted for 25 years; older records are publicly available.
What to prepare before ordering
Person and record details
- Completed application or permitted written request; deceased person’s identifying details; applicant contact details; fee; ID and entitlement evidence described above. Use the current official form.
Identification
One approved primary ID or two approved secondary IDs for restricted records.
How many certified copies might families need?
Many families order 10–15 certified copies because banks, insurers, retirement plans, and government offices often require an original certified copy rather than a photocopy. Ordering several at once is usually less expensive than reordering later.
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Official Sources
Alabama Department of Public Health, Center for Health Statistics
Official Alabama Death Certificate Requirements and Ordering Instructions
Fees, eligibility, and ordering requirements may change. Confirm current details with the issuing agency before submitting your request.
Memoria Sky provides educational information and does not issue death certificates.