Birth & Death Certificates

Washington State Vital Records Acceptable Proofs of Identity Documentation: https://doh.wa.gov/sites/default/files/legacy/Documents/Pubs//422-177-AcceptableProofsOfIdentityDocuments.pdf

If you need to make corrections on a birth certificate, please review the DOH website to download the Affidavit of Correction and processing instructions.

Birth Certificates From a Different State: https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/w2w/index.htm?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%2Fnchs%2Fw2w.htm

For Frequent Asked Questions About Certified and Informational Copies: https://www.doh.wa.gov/LicensesPermitsandCertificates/VitalRecords/FAQ/certificatesandinformationalcopiesfaq

Cost Of Certificates

Note: If you choose to receive your certificate by mail, please allow between 1-3 weeks.

Business hours are Monday – Thursday 9 am – 5 pm and Fridays 9 am – 12 pm.

No expedited same-day service available on Fridays.‍