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Certificates

Ordering Certificates

Florida certificates are issued through the Bureau of Vital Statistics at the Department of Health. Orders may be placed in person, by mail, or online through VitalChek.

Order Online Through VitalChek

VitalChek® is the only vendor recommended by the Florida Department of Health. VitalChek® is a 3rd party service, not affiliated with the Florida Department of Health. As such, fees charged by VitalChek® may be different than fees charged when ordering directly through your local health department office. See the links below or contact us for fees charged by the Department of Health.

To Order By Mail Or In Person

 

Birth Certificates

DOH-Nassau came on-line with the new State E-Vitals System and we can access birth records for anyone born within the State of Florida from 1930 to the present. Some of the early years have now become available, please check with our office.

 

Death Certificates

Florida death records from 2009 to present are available at any Vital Statistics office in Florida. All other Florida death records prior to 2009 must be obtained from the State Office of Vital Statistics in Jacksonville.

 

Marriage Certificates

Marriage certificates can only be issued for marriages occurring in Florida, from June 6, 1927 to the present. Marriage certificates prior to June 6, 1927 are obtainable from the Clerk of Court in the County where the marriage license was issued.

 

Divorce Certificates

Divorce certificates can only be issued for divorces occurring in Florida, from June 6, 1927 to the present. Divorce certificates prior to June 6, 1927 are obtainable from the Clerk of Court in the County where the divorce was granted.