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NEW HANOVER CO. REGISTER OF DEEDS


216 North 2nd Street
Room 2
Wilmington, NC 28401
General:

Fax:
910.798.7756

910.798.7757

Death Certificates


NEW HANOVER COUNTY VITAL RECORDS
New Hanover County Vital Records issues certified copies of New Hanover County birth certificates, New Hanover County death certificates and New Hanover County marriage records, for events which occurred within New Hanover County. You may order copies of New Hanover County 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.



NEW HANOVER COUNTY DEATH CERTIFICATES
New Hanover County Vital Records issues certified copies of New Hanover County death certificates of individuals who died within New Hanover County, which can typically be used to obtain death benefits, to claim insurance proceeds and for other legal purposes.

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




Visit NEW HANOVER CO. REGISTER OF DEEDS site
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 New Hanover County from 1913 to present.

First Copy: 10.00   Additional Copies: 10.00



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 910.798.7757.



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