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.
If your loved one passed away in Idaho, you may order their death certificate through mail or online. Details for obtaining a death certificate in these different ways are below:
1. Online
Request a death certificate online by visiting VitalChek which is an independent third-party entity. There are fees charged by VitalCheck up to $40 depending on the form you wish to receive your certificate in.
2. By Mail
Request a death certificate by sending a completed certificate request form, photocopy of acceptable identification, and a signed check or money order for the certificate fee made out to Idaho Vital Records. Mail these items to the following address:
Idaho Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics
PO Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0036
