MONTANA VITAL RECORDS
The Montana Division of Vital Records (Montana Vital Records) issues certified copies of Montana birth certificates and Montana death certificates for events which occurred within the State of Montana. You may order copies of Montana 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.

MONTANA DEATH CERTIFICATES
Montana Vital Records issues only certified copies of Montana death certificates, which can typically be used to obtain death benefits, to claim insurance proceeds and for other legal purposes.

Who Can Order?
Certified copies of Montana death certificates (which include cause of death), for events that occurred within the last two years, can only be issued to the decedent's parents, spouse, child (must provide proof of relationship/legal need), legal guardian (must provide proof of guardianship) or authorized representative (must provide proof).

Copies of Montana death certificates that do not include the cause of death can be requested at any time after the date of event and can be ordered by any individual.

Death Search
Anyone can request a Death Search for an event that occurred within the State of Montana. If the exact date is unknown, the fee is $10.00 for the first five years searched and $1.00 per year over the first five years searched (per individual named). A Genealogy\Informational copy of the record will be issued if found or a "No Find" letter will be sent. Death Search requests must be made by phone or fax.

Visit Montana Vital Records - DPHHS 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 within the State of Montana from 1907 to present. If the event occurred prior to 1907, please contact the agency directly at 406-444-2685.

First Copy: $12.00    Additional Copies: $5.00

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 Montana Vital Records - DPHHS, to securely order certified Montana vital records, like birth and death certificates. Other online services may not be authorized by Montana Vital Records - DPHHS, 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 Montana 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 Montana 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.