How to Get a Death Certificate in Louisiana
Find state specific ordering options, fees and requirements.
For a death that occurred in Louisiana, request certified copies through the official Louisiana 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.
Louisiana Death Certificate Fees
Costs from the Louisiana Department of Health, Vital Records Registry.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| First certified copy (published fee) | $7.00 |
Add $0.50 state charge per mail order; vendor and shipping costs separate.
How to order an Louisiana death certificate
Use the official online ordering route when available. Mail; Vital Records Central Office; designated clerks; online/phone vendor options linked by LDH. 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?
- Eligible family members and authorized legal or financial-interest applicants listed by Louisiana Vital Records.
Access restrictions
Death records are confidential for 50 years; older records go to State Archives.
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
Valid photo ID, signed application and proof of relationship or legal interest where required.
Processing times
Mail delivery estimate about 8–10 weeks; check current agency guidance.
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.
Louisiana Death Certificate FAQs
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Official Sources
Louisiana Department of Health, Vital Records Registry
Official Louisiana 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.