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IOWA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH


321 E. 12TH / 4TH FLOOR
DES MOINES, IA 50319
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Fax:
866.809.0290
866.809.0290
866.559.9634

Death Certificates


IOWA VITAL RECORDS
The Iowa Department of Health (Iowa Vital Records) issues certified copies of Iowa birth certificates, Iowa death certificates and Iowa marriage records, for events which occurred within Iowa. You may order copies of Iowa 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.



IOWA DEATH CERTIFICATES
Iowa Vital Records issues only certified copies of Iowa death certificates that can typically be used to obtain death benefits, to claim insurance proceeds and for other legal purposes.

Who Can Order?
Iowa death certificates will only be issued to the decedent's family or persons with a legal right to the certificate.




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DEATH
A certified copy of a death record that can typically be used to obtain death benefits, claim insurance proceeds, notify social security and other legal purposes. Death Certificates are available for events that occurred within the State of Iowa from July 1, 1880 to present.

First Copy: 15.00   Additional Copies: 15.00



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 866.809.0290. 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.