MARYLAND VITAL RECORDS
The Maryland Division of Vital Records (Maryland Vital Records) issues certified copies of Maryland birth certificates, Maryland death certificates, Maryland marriage records and Maryland divorce records for events which occurred within the State of Maryland. You may order copies of Maryland 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.
MARYLAND BIRTH CERTIFICATES
Maryland Vital Records issues certified copies of Maryland birth certificates, which are typically acceptable for passport, social security, employment, personal identification and other legal purposes.
Who Can Order?
Copies of Maryland birth certificates will be issued to a person named on the document (the certificate holder, mother or father). If you are not one of the persons listed, please contact Maryland Vital Records directly.
Where Can The Document Be Shipped?
Maryland Vital Records will only ship copies of Maryland birth certificates to the entitled applicant's verified credit card billing address. Please note that express couriers will not ship to a P.O. Box.
MARYLAND DEATH CERTIFICATES
Maryland Vital Records issues certified copies of Maryland death certificates that can typically be used to obtain death benefits, to claim insurance proceeds and for other legal purposes.
Who Can Order?
Copies of Maryland death certificates will be issued to the decedent's mother, father, spouse or child. All other applicants must contact Maryland Vital Records directly.
Where Can The Document Be Shipped?
Maryland Vital Records will only ship copies of Maryland death certificates to the entitled applicant's verified credit card billing address. Please note that express couriers will not ship to a P.O. Box.
MARYLAND DIVORCE RECORDS
Maryland Vital Records issues certified copies of Maryland divorce records (verifications) which verify the names of the persons divorced, they type of divorce action, the county in which the divorce took place, and the date of the decree.
Who Can Order?
Copies of Maryland divorce certificates will be issued to the certificate holder or the certificate holder's spouse. All other applicants must contact Maryland Vital Records directly.
Where Can The Document Be Shipped?
Maryland Vital Records will only ship copies of Maryland marriage records to the entitled applicant's verified credit card billing address. Please note that express couriers will not ship to a P.O. Box.
MARYLAND MARRIAGE RECORDS
Maryland Vital Records issues certified copies of Maryland marriage records which are typically acceptable for proof of marriage or other legal purposes.
Who Can Order?
Copies of Maryland marriage certificates will be issued to the certificate holder or the certificate holder's spouse. All other applicants must contact Maryland Vital Records directly.
Where Can The Document Be Shipped?
Maryland Vital Records will only ship copies of Maryland marriage records to the entitled applicant's verified credit card billing address. Please note that express couriers will not ship to a P.O. Box.
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MARYLAND VITAL RECORDS site
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 Facsimile You can submit your facsimile request 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please fax your completed application to 410.358.7381.
Birth CertificateFax Application
Death Certificate Fax Application
Divorce Verification Fax Application
Marriage Certificate Fax ApplicationPlease see
Record Types Explained for vital record descriptions and fees.