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The Division for Vital Records and Health Statistics registers, preserves, and issues certified copies of vital records. Birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates are on file for all events that occur in Michigan dating back to 1867. Affidavits of parentage are on file dating back to June 1, 1997.
You may order vital records by mail, online, by phone, by drop box, Will Call pickup, or schedule an appointment for pickup.
Order a record by mail via the US Postal Service by downloading and completing the application, along with a photocopy of your valid ID. Mail to the PO Box listed on the application. Processing times may vary. Regular processing averages 4-6 weeks and Rush processing averages 2-3 weeks. This time frame does not include the time length for postal service processing.
A certified record of a Michigan birth. Record eligibility includes a person or parent named on the record or a legal court-appointed guardian for records registered less than 100 years. Other documented eligibility can include legally licensed representatives, specific order for Power of Attorney, or a legal heir. Registered records greater than 100 years are not restricted.
Birth Certified Copies (Seniors request for Own Record)
If you are age 65 or older and applying for your own record, you are eligible for a record at a reduced fee of $14.00 for one certified copy.
Birth Authenticated/Exemplified
Apostilled record required by a foreign government. Must include the name of the foreign country where used. (Not for use within the USA)
Verification of key facts found on a birth record as supplied by the applicant. Verification does not include all information found on the actual record but will verify or disprove its existence within the state repository based upon the facts provided. Verification facts will only include the name on the record, birthdate, place of birth, and date of filing. (Photo ID not required)
Record of Stillbirth that occurred in the State of Michigan and filed after June 1, 2003 will be issued to the named parent, or by court order.
A heirloom birth announcement signed by the Michigan Governor. Please Note: This is NOT a birth certificate used for legal purposes.
Affidavit of Parentage record registered in the Central Paternity Registry and filed after June 1, 1997 are available to those eligible based upon Michigan law. Records prior to June 1, 1997 are registered in the Probate Court of the county where the child was born or county of residence at the time of filing.
Affidavit of Parentage Verification
Verification of key facts found on an Affidavit of Parentage as supplied by the applicant. Verification does not include all information found on the actual record but will verify or disprove its existence within the state repository based upon the facts provided. Verification facts will only include the name on the record, birthdate, place of birth, and date of filing. (Photo ID not required)
Verification of Intent to Claim Paternity
Verification of facts found in the Michigan Putative Father Registry, as supplied by the applicant, to determine whether a paternity claim has been filed. Verification will indicate the status of a claim and include the searcher’s signature and date. Any actual Notice of Intent found will not be supplied. (Photo ID not required)
A certified record of a Michigan death. Michigan death records date back to 1867. (Photo ID not required)
Death Authentication/Exemplified
Apostilled record required by a foreign government. Must include the name of the foreign country where used. (Not for use within the USA)
Verification of key facts found on a death record as supplied by the applicant. Verification does not include all information found on the actual record but will verify or disprove its existence within the state repository based upon the facts provided. Verification facts will only include the name on the record, date of death, place of death, and date of filing. (Photo ID not required)
A certified record of a Michigan marriage. Michigan marriage records date back to 1867. (Photo ID not required)
NOTE: A probate court confidential marriage is only available to the bride or groom
Marriage Authenticated/Exemplified
Apostilled record required by a foreign government. Must include the name of the foreign country where used. (Not for use within the USA)
Used to request a STATEMENT OF NO MARRIAGE in the State of Michigan. If the statement needs to be apostilled, you are required to work directly with the Office of the Great Seal for further processing. (Typically used to allow marriage in a foreign country)
No Marriage Authenticated/Exemplified
Used to request an Apostilled STATEMENT OF NO MARRIAGE in the State of Michigan as required by a foreign government. Must include the name of the foreign country where used. (Not for use within the USA)
Verification of key facts found on a marriage record as supplied by the applicant. Verification does not include all information found on the actual record but will verify or disprove its existence within the state repository based upon the facts provided. Verification facts will only include the name on the record, date of marriage, place of marriage, and date of filing. (Photo ID not required)
A certified record of a Michigan divorce. Michigan divorce records date back to 1897. (Photo ID not required)
Divorce Authenticated/Exemplified
Apostilled record required by a foreign government. Must include the name of the foreign country where used. (Not for use within the USA)
Used to request a STATEMENT OF NO DIVORCE in the State of Michigan. If the statement needs to be apostilled, you are required to work directly with the Office of the Great Seal for further processing. (Typically used to allow marriage in a foreign country)
No Divorce Authenticated/Exemplified
Used to request an Apostilled STATEMENT OF NO DIVORCE in the State of Michigan as required by a foreign government. Must include the name of the foreign country where used. (Not for use within the USA)
Verification of key facts found on a divorce record as supplied by the applicant. Verification does not include all information found on the actual record but will verify or disprove its existence within the state repository based upon the facts provided. Verification facts will only include the name on the record, date of divorce, place of divorce, and date of filing. (Photo ID not required)
Order Online or by Phone at 866-443-9897
Orders may be placed 24 hours day/7days per week. Helpdesk assistance is available on weekdays from 7am-7pm EST.
Order a record online at VitalChek.com. VitalChek is the ONLY authorized online service provider for Michigan Vital Records. There is a search fee and online processing fee for each record. Rush delivery is available for additional fees. VitalChek can also assist with vital events that occurred in another state.
To pick up your online order via Will Call, select this option when you place your order through VitalChek.
Pick up is available Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00am - 2:00pm after receiving email that your Will Call order is complete.
Drop off your completed application, proper fee in the form of a check or money order, ID, and any necessary documents. All required documents and fees must be in a sealed envelope. The Drop Box is in the main lobby of 333 S. Grand Ave., Lansing, MI 48933 and available Monday-Friday, 7:00am - 5:30pm.
In-person ordering is available by appointment only. Dates and times are limited to Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00am - 2:00pm. Available services: Certificate of Birth, Death, Marriage, Divorce and Affidavit of Parentage. Genealogy requests and Corrections are not available for same-day service. Click to Schedule an appointment.
Will Call pickup is available on Tuesday and Thursdays from 10:00am – 2:00pm by using VitalChek’s online order process and selecting the option for Will Call. Your vital record will be available within 2-5 business days. Photo identification and email confirmation is required upon arrival.
|
Record Type |
Search Fee |
Online Processing Fee |
|
Standard Record |
$34 |
$14 |
| Rapid Service | $34 | $50 |
|
Apostille/Exemplified Record (For use outside the USA) |
$42 |
$14 |
Please contact our office at 517-335-8666 or VRCustomerService@michigan.gov if you have questions or concerns pertaining to vital records.
Customer Service phone lines are available Monday-Friday from 10:00am-12:30pm & 1:00pm-3:30pm EST.
The State Vital Records Office is closed on recognized state holidays.
**Processing and mail times may be delayed. Applying for a Michigan Vital Record does not guarantee that a record will be found. All search fees are non-refundable.