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 Vermont, you may order their death certificate online, by mail, or in person. Details for obtaining a death certificate in these different ways are below:
Online
To order a death certificate online, visit this website and follow the prompts. You will need a credit card for payment.
By Mail
To order a death certificate by mail, complete this application and send it to the address below with a payment and form of photo identification (specified on the application).
Vital Records Office
PO Box 70
Burlington, VT 05402
In Person
To request a death certificate in person, visit the address listed above between 7:45 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. M-F. You can fill out this application ahead of time and bring it with you, along with a check or money order made payable to “Vermont Department of Health.” The fee for certified copies is $10 per copy.
