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 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.

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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 Maryland from 1969 to present.

First Copy: $12.00    Additional Copies: $12.00

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.

VitalChek is an official service, authorized by Maryland Vital Records, to securely order certified Maryland vital records, like birth and death certificates. Other online services may not be authorized by Maryland Vital Records, and may charge additional fees without providing approved services or guaranteeing confidentiality of your data.

As a government-approved organization for 25 years, VitalChek safely delivers millions of vital records every year and is America’s #1 resource for ordering certified vital records across the nation. VitalChek makes purchasing your family’s most important documents, such as Maryland death certificates, simple, fast and secure:

• Simple step-by-step ordering with easy to use editing features to help ensure the accuracy of your order.
• Fast online ordering, processing & delivery options to help get your certificate as quickly as possible.
• Secure ordering processes that are designed to help protect your identity online.

VitalChek offers the convenience of ordering Maryland death certificates for yourself or your family from the privacy of your home or office, 24-hours a day, 7 days a week, with no hidden fees or unexplained charges. No traffic, no standing in line, no parking, no hassles.