MASSACHUSETTS VITAL RECORDS
The Massachusetts Registry of Vital Records and Statistics (Massachusetts Vital Records) issues certified copies of Massachusetts birth certificates, Massachusetts death certificates, and Massachusetts marriage records for events which occurred within the state of Massachusetts. You may order copies of Massachusetts 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.

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Certified Birth Certificate
Important: If you are requesting a birth certificate for someone who was born out of wedlock, you will need to request a Restricted Birth Certificate.A certified birth certificate that can typically be used for most legal purposes. Birth Certificates are available for events that occurred anywhere in the State of Massachusetts from 1921 to present.

First Copy: $37.00    Additional Copies: $37.00


Restricted Birth Certificate
A restricted birth certificate that can only be obtained by the people listed on the certificate. Restricted Birth Certificates are available for events that occurred anywhere in the State of Massachusetts from 1921 to present.

First Copy: $37.00    Additional Copies: $37.00


Certified Death Certificate
A certified copy of a death certificate that can be used for most legal purposes. Available for events that occurred in the State of Massachusetts from 1921 to present.

First Copy: $37.00    Additional Copies: $37.00


Certified Marriage Certificate
A certified copy of the marriage certificate. This is not a copy of the marriage license. Marriage records are available for events that occurred within the State of Massachusetts from 1921 to present.

First Copy: $37.00    Additional Copies: $37.00


Restricted Marriage Certificate
A restricted copy of the marriage certificate. This is not a copy of the marriage license. Marriage records are available for events that occurred within the State of Massachusetts from 1921 to present.

First Copy: $37.00    Additional Copies: $37.00

VitalChek is an official service, authorized by Massachusetts Vital Records, to securely order certified Massachusetts vital records, like birth and death certificates. Other online services may not be authorized by Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts vital records, 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 Massachusetts vital records 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.