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 New Jersey, you may order their death certificate online or by mail. Details for obtaining a death certificate in these different ways are below:
Online
To get a death certificate online, go to this website and follow the prompts. You will need a credit card, form of ID, and proof of relationship.
By Mail
To get a death certificate by mail, fill out this application and attach a photocopy of a government-issued ID and payment (specified on the application). Send these documents to the following address:
New Jersey Department of Health
Vital Statistics and Registry
PO Box 370
Trenton, NJ 08625
