How to Get a Death Certificate in Utah
Find state specific ordering options, fees and requirements.
For a death that occurred in Utah, request certified copies through the official Utah 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.
Utah Death Certificate Fees
Costs from the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Vital Records and Statistics.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| First certified copy (published fee) | $35.00 |
$35 first copy effective July 1, 2026; $10 same-record copies ordered the same day.
How to order an Utah death certificate
Use the official online ordering route when available. State online ordering; mail; local health-department offices. 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 family, guardian of the deceased or designated legal representative with direct, tangible and legitimate interest.
Access restrictions
Death records become public after 50 years.
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
Accepted ID, application and evidence establishing entitlement where required.
Processing times
Check the state or local office's current ordering guidance; 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.
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Official Sources
Utah Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Vital Records and Statistics
Official Utah 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.