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Certificates

Ordering Certificates

Florida certificates are issued through the Bureau of Vital Statistics at the Department of Health. Orders may be placed in person, by mail, or online through VitalChek.

Order Online Through VitalChek

VitalChek® is the only vendor recommended by the Florida Department of Health. VitalChek® is a 3rd party service, not affiliated with the Florida Department of Health. As such, fees charged by VitalChek® may be different than fees charged when ordering directly through your local health department office. See the links below or contact us for fees charged by the Department of Health.

To Order By Mail Or In Person

 

Birth Certificates

Birth certificates are available for persons born in the state of Florida for the years 1919 through the present. If you were born before 1930 you must apply through the State Office of Vital Statistics

 

Death Certificates

The Office of Vital Statistics in Palm Beach County can now assist in obtaining death certificates for any person who died in the State of Florida from 2009 to the present.

 

Marriage Certificates

Marriage certificates can only be issued for marriages occurring in Florida, from June 6, 1927 to the present. Marriage certificates prior to June 6, 1927 are obtainable from the Clerk of Court in the County where the marriage license was issued.

 

Divorce Certificates

Divorce certificates can only be issued for divorces occurring in Florida, from June 6, 1927 to the present. Divorce certificates prior to June 6, 1927 are obtainable from the Clerk of Court in the County where the divorce was granted.