After a loved one passes away, obtaining a death certificate is one of the most important steps that needs to be taken. This document is crucial for arranging the funeral, carrying out organ donation, executing the will, and other such actions.
The process of obtaining a death certificate varies from state to state and even from county to county. To make the process easier, we have compiled the information you need to obtain a death certificate based on your location.
In the state of Alabama, you can order the death certificate online, in person, or through mail.
1. Online: Alabama accepts online orders of death certificates through VitalChek, an independent third-party company. Click here to visit their webpage for Alabama.
2. By Mail: First, download the application for an Alabama death certificate and fill out the form. If you decide to order the death certificate:
Send the application to the following address:
Alabama Department of Public Health
Center for Health Statistics
P.O. Box 5625
Montgomery, Alabama 36103-5625
3. In Person: Go to a county health department and request a certified copy of an Alabama death certificate. Here is a reference map to help you find your closest county health department in Alabama. To find the list of details you need to obtain one, click here.
Note that there is a $15 fee associated with obtaining a death certificate in Alabama.
