MASSACHUSETTS VITAL RECORDS

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Dorchester, MA 02125-3105

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MASSACHUSETTS VITAL RECORDS
The Massachusetts Registry of Vital Records and Statistics (Massachusetts Vital Records) issues certified copies of Massachusetts birth certificates, Massachusetts death certificates, and Massachusetts marriage records for events which occurred within the state of Massachusetts. You may order copies of Massachusetts vital records through VitalChek on an expedited basis.

NOTICE: Although VitalChek attempts to include accurate and up-to-date information on this site, state and agency information is subject to change without notice. VitalChek makes no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of the information herein and assumes no liability with respect to such information.

MASSACHUSETTS BIRTH CERTIFICATES
Massachusetts Vital Records issues only certified copies of Massachusetts birth certificates, which are typically acceptable for passport, social security, employment and personal identification purposes.

Who Can Order?
An applicant may order his or her own Massachusetts birth certificate or one for a family member.

MASSACHUSETTS DEATH CERTIFICATES
Massachusetts Vital Records issues certified copies of Massachusetts death certificates of individuals who died within Massachusetts, which can typically be used to obtain death benefits, to claim insurance proceeds for other legal purposes.

Who Can Order?
Copies of Massachusetts death certificates will only be issued to the next of kin or to persons with a legal right to the certificate.

MASSACHUSETTS MARRIAGE RECORDS
Massachusetts Vital Records issues certified copies of Massachusetts marriage certificates of individuals who were married within Massachusetts, which can typically be used for proof of marriage and other legal purposes.

Who Can Order?
Copies of Massachusetts marriage records will only be issued to the parties of the marriage.

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CERTIFIED BIRTH CERTIFICATE
A certified birth certificate that can typically be used for most legal purposes. Birth Certificates are available for events that occurred anywhere in the State of Massachusetts from 1916 to 1/1/2009. Important: If you are requesting a birth certificate for someone who was born out of wedlock, you will need to request a Restricted Birth Certifcate.

First Copy: 37.00   Additional Copies: 37.00

RESTRICTED BIRTH CERTIFICATE
A restricted birth certificate that can only be obtained by the people listed on the certificate. Restricted Birth Certificates are available for events that occurred anywhere in the State of Massachusetts from 1916 to 1/1/2009.

First Copy: 37.00   Additional Copies: 37.00

NON-CERTIFIED HEIRLOOM BIRTH CERTIFICATE
The non-certified Heirloom Birth Certificate is attractively printed in blue and gold on 11' x 17' parchment, hand-signed, and suitable for framing. Available for events that occurred in the State of Massachusetts from 1916 to 1/1/2009. Processing time may require an additional 7-10 business days.

First Copy: 60.00   Additional Copies: 60.00

RESTRICTED NONCERTIFIED HEIRLOOM BIRTH CERTIFICATE
The non-certified Heirloom Birth Certificate is attractively printed in blue and gold on 11' x 17' parchment, hand-signed, and suitable for framing. Available for events that occurred in the State of Massachusetts from 1916 to 1/1/2009. Processing time may require an additional 7-10 business days.

First Copy: 60.00   Additional Copies: 60.00

NEGATIVE STATEMENT OF BIRTH
Negative Statements of Birth are proof that no birth had taken place during the specified time in Massachusetts. This is a search on a particular date, and all search information is required.

First Copy: 37.00   Additional Copies: 37.00

CERTIFIED DEATH CERTIFICATE
A certified copy of a death certificate that can be used for most legal purposes. Available for events that occurred in the State of Massachusetts from 1916 to 1/1/2009.

First Copy: 37.00   Additional Copies: 37.00

CERTIFIED MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE
A certified copy of the marriage certificate. This is not a copy of the marriage license. Marriage records are available for events that occurred within the State of Massachusetts from 1916 to 1/1/2009.

First Copy: 37.00   Additional Copies: 37.00

NON-CERTIFIED HEIRLOOM MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE
The non-certified Heirloom Marriage Certificate is attractively printed in blue and gold on 11' x 17' parchment, hand-signed, and suitable for framing. Available for events that occurred in the State of Massachusetts from 1916 to 1/1/2009. Processing time may require an additional 7-10 business days.

First Copy: 60.00   Additional Copies: 60.00

NEGATIVE STATEMENT OF MARRIAGE
Negative Statements of Marriage are proof that no marriage had taken place during the specified time in Massachusetts. This is a search on a requested 10 year span, and all search information is required.

First Copy: 37.00   Additional Copies: 37.00

RESTRICTED MARRIAGE RECORD
A restricted copy of the marriage certificate. This is not a copy of the marriage license. Marriage records are available for events that occurred within the State of Massachusetts from 1916 to 1/1/2009.

First Copy: 37.00   Additional Copies: 37.00

RESTRICTED NON-CERTIFIED MARRIAGE HEIRLOOM RECORD
The non-certified copy Heirloom Marriage Certificate is attractively printed in blue and gold on 11' x 17' parchment, hand-signed, and suitable for framing. Available for events that occurred in the State of Massachusetts from 1916 to 1/1/2009. Processing time may require an additional 7-10 business days.

First Copy: 60.00   Additional Copies: 60.00

Order Online
It's the easiest and most efficient method for ordering official birth certificates and other vital records because there is less room for error when you enter the information yourself. Our simple forms have built-in editing features to help ensure the accuracy of your order.

Order By Phone
To place your order by phone, please call 866.300.8535. Have your credit card information and certificate information ready when you place your call to help speed up the order process.

Please see Record Types Explained for vital record descriptions and fees.