Changes To Ordering Birth, Death Certificates

Posted December 4, 2020 at 4:30 am by

By San Juan County

Starting Jan. 1, a new Washington state vital records law and rules go into effect. This will change the ordering requirements for birth and death certificates.

The changes include:

  • For increased security of personal information, only individuals with specific relationships to the person on the record being requested can receive a certificate.
  • Identity and proof of relationship documentation will be required at the time of order placement.
  • The fees for both birth and death certificates will increase to $25 per copy.

For additional information on the rule changes, see the Washington State Department of Health’s Frequently Asked Questions.

For information on how to obtain a birth or death certificate, see San Juan County Health & Community Services Birth & Death Certificates.

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