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How do I get a copy of a death certificate?

Utah Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Office of Vital Records and Statistics (state - Salt Lake City) / County Health Departments
Details

What you need to know

Processing Time
County in-person: same day; state in-person: same/next day; mail: weeks
Online Option
secure.utah.gov/vitalrecords; VitalChek
Where to Go
County health department (fastest); Utah Vital Records, Salt Lake City; online
Utah Notes

Important state-specific details

  • $30 state fee (effective July 1, 2025).
  • BOTH SIDES of photo ID required for mail applications.
  • State has death records since 1905.
  • Order multiple copies - estates, insurance, banks, SSA, VA each need one; $10 additional is very reasonable.
Official Source

State office contact

State Office
Utah Office of Vital Records - vitalrecords.utah.gov | (801) 538-6105 | P.O. Box 141012, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-1012