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We are an authorized online vital records ordering service for Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services - Jefferson City.

That means we can process your request fast, affordably, and securely. The only thing faster is doing it in person – but that’s not always possible or convenient, and that’s why we’re here.

Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services - Jefferson City Bureau Of Vital Records 930 Wildwood Jefferson City, MO, 65109
Phone 877-817-7363
Fax 866-550-1851

About Vital Records from Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services - Jefferson City

MISSOURI VITAL RECORDS
The Missouri Division of Vital Records (Missouri Vital Records) issues certified copies of Missouri birth certificates and Missouri death certificates for events which occurred within the State of Missouri. You may order copies of Missouri vital records through VitalChek on an expedited basis.

Note - Missouri Vital Records only issues copies of marriage and divorce statements. Missouri marriage records and Missouri divorce records are maintained in the city/county where the marriage or divorce occurred.

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.



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.

Available Missouri (MO) Vital Record Types

Marriage Statement

This agency only issues marriage statements for events that occurred from July 1948 to present. To request a copy of the certificate, please contact the county clerk's office in the county where the license was purchased.

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Divorce Statement

This agency only issues divorce statements for events that occurred from July 1948 to present. To request a copy of the certificate, please contact the county clerk's office in the county where the divorce was granted.

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Death Certificate Short Form

A short form copy of a death certificate, also referred to as an "abstract", is an abbreviated version of the long form or original certificate. The short form is the traditional looking copy with colored borders and will satisfy most purposes or needs for a death certificate such as death benefits, claim insurance proceeds, notify social security, and other legal purposes. While vital record keeping began in 1910, some delayed certificates may be available before 1910. However, there is no guarantee of a record's existence either before or after 1910.

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Birth Certificate Short Form

A short form copy of a birth certificate, also referred to as an "abstract", is an abbreviated version of the long form or original certificate. The short form is the traditional looking copy with colored borders and will satisfy most purposes or needs for a birth certificate such as obtaining a driver's license, school registration, personal identification, and other legal purposes. While vital record keeping began in 1910, some delayed certificates may be available before 1910. However, there is no guarantee of a record's existence either before or after 1910.

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Death Certificate Long Form

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 Missouri from 1910 to present.

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Birth Certificate Long Form

A long form copy of a birth certificate, also referred to as an "original", is a copy of the original birth certificate and is only available through the state vital record office in Jefferson City. The long form contains additional general information about the birth such as a time of birth if available. This document is typically not required for most purposes or needs for a vital record. A long form may be preferred if previous changes to a vital record have been made or for genealogical purposes. While vital record keeping began in 1910, some delayed certificates may be available before 1910. However, there is no guarantee of a record's existence either before or after 1910.

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