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PUBLIC HEALTH - SEATTLE AND KING COUNTY


KING COUNTY ADMN. BUILDING
500 4TH AVENUE / RM.# 214
SEATTLE, WA 98104
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206.296.4768
206.296.4768
206.622.0868

Death Certificates


SEATTLE AND KING COUNTY VITAL RECORDS
The Public Health - Seattle & King County Vital Statistics Office (King County Vital Records) issues certified copies of Seattle & King County birth certificates and Seattle death certificates for events that occurred in Seattle, King County. You may order copies of Seattle & King County vital records through VitalChek 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.



SEATTLE AND KING COUNTY DEATH CERTIFICATES
King County Vital Records issues certified copies of death certificates that can typically be used to obtain death benefits, to claim insurance proceeds and for other legal purposes.

Who Can Order?
The State of Washington is an open record state, which means that anyone may order copies of Seattle and King County death certificates, as long as they can provide the information needed to locate the record.




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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 in King County from 1944 to present and for events that occurred in the City of Seattle from 1890 to present. For death certificates for the City of Seattle from 1890 to 1943 please call The Public Health Office at 206.296.4768.

First Copy: 20.00   Additional Copies: 20.00



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 Facsimile
You can submit your facsimile request 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please fax your completed application to 206.622.0868.

Birth Certificate Fax Application

Death Certificate Fax Application



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