How to Get a Death Certificate in New Hampshire
Find state specific ordering options, fees and requirements.
For a death that occurred in New Hampshire, request certified copies through the official New Hampshire 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.
New Hampshire Death Certificate Fees
Costs from the New Hampshire Secretary of State, Division of Vital Records Administration.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| First certified copy (published fee) | $15.00 |
Search/first copy $15; same-order additional copies $10.
How to order an New Hampshire death certificate
Use the official online ordering route when available. DVRA mail or office; city/town clerks; online services linked by the selected issuer. 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?
- Immediate legal family or another applicant proving direct and tangible interest.
Access restrictions
Agency FAQ lists deaths before 1961 as unrestricted genealogy records; confirm the cutoff for a historical request.
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
Government photo identification; approved alternatives/affidavit where applicable.
Processing times
Check DVRA or the selected town clerk; no fixed estimate imported.
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.
New Hampshire Death Certificate FAQs
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What if the death occurred outside New Hampshire?
Official Sources
New Hampshire Secretary of State, Division of Vital Records Administration
Official New Hampshire 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.