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KENTUCKY VITAL RECORDS


275 EAST MAIN STREET
FRANKFORT, KY 40621
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877.817.7362
877.817.7362
877.435.5584

Death Certificates


KENTUCKY VITAL RECORDS
Kentucky Vital Records issues certified copies of Kentucky birth certificates, Kentucky death certificates and Kentucky marriage records for events which occurred in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. You may order copies of Kentucky 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.



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

Who Can Order?
To order copies of Kentucky death certificates, you must be able to provide enough information to identify the document being requested.


DEATH
A certified copy 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 Commonwealth of Kentucky from 1911 to present.

First Copy: 6.00   Additional Copies: 6.00


STILLBIRTH
A certified copy 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 Commonwealth of Kentucky from 1911 to present.

First Copy: 6.00   Additional Copies: 6.00



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 877.435.5584.

Birth Certificate Fax Application

Death Certificate Fax Application

Marriage Certificate Fax Application

Divorce Certifiate Fax Application


Order By Phone
To place your order by phone, please call 877.817.7362. 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.