VIRGINIA VITAL RECORDS
The Virginia Department of Health, Division of Vital Records (Virginia Vital Records) issues certified copies of Virginia birth certificates, Virginia death certificates, Virginia marriage records and Virginia divorce records, for events which occurred within the State of Virginia. You may order copies of Virginia 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.

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

Who Can Order?
Virginia death certificates are only issued to the decedent's current spouse, parent, adult child, or adult sibling. If you are not one of the persons listed, you must fax proof of entitlement, along with a government issued photo ID, to 800.244.2515.
Note: Virginia death certificates are public record 50 years after the date of event.

Where Can The Document Be Shipped?
Virginia Vital Records will only ship copies of Virginia 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 Certificate
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 Virginia from June 1, 1912 to present. You will be given an opportunity to select one of the following shipping options prior to completing your online order: UPS Air - $18.50, UPS 2 Day - $17.00, Regular Mail - no charge.

First Copy: $20.80    Additional Copies: $20.80

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 Virginia Department Of Health, to securely order certified Virginia vital records, like birth and death certificates. Other online services may not be authorized by Virginia Department Of Health, 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 Virginia 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 Virginia 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.