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Vital Statistics - Links To State Health Departments That Issue Documents | United States Department Of Health And Human Services (HHS)

3311 Toledo Rd., Hyattsville, MD 20782

Eligibility

Varies by state, check for specific guidelines.

Required documents

None for contact, but when ordering a birth certificate, may need government-issued ID. Alternative documents may be accepted. Ask for a list.

Hours

24 hrs a day, 7 days a week.
https://www.cdc.gov/nchs
[email protected]

Application process

Phone for information. Voice mail will direct what extension to press for state info. May also check Web site anytime for state-specific information. State departments that issue documents often require a copy of applicant's government-issued ID. When that is not available, contact the relevant state's department that issues documents and ask if a list of alternative documents is available that may be accepted.

Fees

Free for information.

Service area

United States

Description

Provides information about how to obtain vital records information including birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates for every state.

Data provided by

211 Cleveland

Providing organization

United States Department Of Health And Human Services (HHS)

Administers federal health and human services programs nationally. Works cooperatively with state, local, and tribal governments. Operating divisions include National Institutes of Health, Food and Drug Administration, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Indian Health Services, Health Resources and Services Administration, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, and Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.