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Alabama Death Certificate Application
After someone’s passing, certified death certificate copies are needed for many types of legal and financial processes. Banks, federal agencies, and financial institutions may request an official copy of a death record to close accounts, settle estates, and process life insurance claims.
The State of Alabama issues certified copies of death certificates through the Center for Health Statistics. You can request a copy online for home delivery by mail, or in person.
Our site makes the process simple and straightforward, so you can request as many copies of a certificate as you need, hassle-free. Apply for a Death Certificate now
How to Get an Alabama Death Certificate
To order a copy of an Alabama death certificate, you must complete the following steps:
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Complete the digital application form: Provide the deceased person’s details.
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Make a copy of your ID: A driver’s license, State ID, or passport is acceptable.
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Prepare payment of the fees: Payable by check or money order.
When your PDF application form, ID, and payment are ready, you can make your request in person at an AL vital records office. You’re advised to check the phone number of the office and opening hours before traveling to make your order in person.
You can also send your application pack by mail to:
Alabama Department of Public Health
Center for Health Statistics
P.O. Box 5625
Montgomery, AL 36103-5625
Who Can Request an Alabama Death Certificate?
State laws in Alabama dictate who can order a copy of a birth certificate. For deaths less than 25 years ago, access is restricted to close family and legal representatives of the deceased person. The following people can request a copy:
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Spouse
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Parent, or sibling
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Child, or grandchild
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Estate executor
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Court-appointed representative of the family or estate
Other family members, such as an ex-spouse, step-sibling, or grandparent, can request a copy of the record if they have documented legal authority, or other legal proof of entitlement.
Eligible applicants need proof of ID to request a copy of the certificate. This must be provided as part of your application, with a photocopy that shows both sides of your ID document clearly.
After 25 years, the record becomes public, and anyone may request a copy from the AL Center of Health Statistics. Payment of the application fee is still required.
Types of Alabama Death Certificate
Alabama’s Department of Public Health is the agency who issues certified copies of death certificates for legal use, with records on file since 1908.
For deaths that occurred in 1991 or later, you may request a certified copy with or without the cause of death listed. For deaths prior to 1991, the medical section is included in the record.
Alabama Death Certificate Cost
Alabama charges a $15 fee to search for the record. This includes one certified copy or a Certificate of Failure to Find. If the record cannot be found, you’re not eligible for a refund of this fee.
You can order additional copies of the same record in one application. Each extra copy is charged at $6. Alabama also offers a rush service for an added $15.
Alabama Death Certificate Processing Times
Mail applications for death certificate copies in Alabama usually take about 7–10 days from the time your form is received. However, how long it takes to get can vary depending on demand and whether your packet is complete and legible.
If you visit an AL county health department, you may be able to get your death record copy issued while you wait. This is usually the fastest way to get your record if you need it urgently.
Alabama Vital Records Offices
Alabama uses a statewide issuance system, so you can request a certified death certificate at any county health department, regardless of where the death occurred in Alabama. Below is a list of all the AL Vital Records Offices that offer this service:
Alabama Vital Records Offices
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Alabama Department of Public Health - Central Office
201 Monroe Street
Montgomery, AL, 36104 -
Autauga County Health Department
219 N Court Street,
Prattville, AL 36067 -
Baldwin CHD - Environmental and Health Office
22251 Palmer Street,
Robertsdale, AL 36567 -
Barbour County Health Department - Clayton
39 Browder Street,
Clayton, AL 36016 -
Bibb County Health Department
281 Alexander Avenue,
Centreville, AL 35042 -
Blount County Health Department
1001 Lincoln Avenue,
Oneonta, AL 35121 -
Bullock County Health Department
674 Hicks Industrial Blvd,
Union Springs, AL 36089 -
Butler County Health Department
350 Airport Road,
Greenville, AL 36037 -
Calhoun County Health Department
3400 McClellan Blvd,
Anniston, AL 36201 -
Chambers County Health Department
5 North Medical Park Drive,
Valley, AL 36854 -
Cherokee County Health Department
833 Cedar Bluff Road,
Centre, AL 35960 -
Chilton County Health Department
301 Health Center Drive,
Clanton, AL 35045 -
Choctaw County Health Department
1001 South Mulberry Avenue,
Butler, AL 36904 -
Clarke County Health Department
22600 Highway 84,
Grove Hill, AL 36451 -
Clay County Health Department
86892 AL-9,
Lineville, AL 36266 -
Coffee County Health Department
2841 Neal Metcalf Road,
Enterprise, AL 36330 -
Colbert County Health Department
1000 S Jackson Highway,
Sheffield, AL 35660 -
Conecuh County Health Department
102 Wild Avenue,
Evergreen, AL 36401 -
Coosa County Health Department
9518 US 231,
Rockford, AL 35136 -
Jefferson County Health Department
1400 6th Avenue South,
Birmingham, AL 35233 -
Lee County Health Department
1801 Corporate Drive,
Opelika, AL 36801 -
Limestone County Health Department
20371 Clyde Mabrey Drive,
Athens, AL 35611 -
Madison County Health Department
301 Max Luther Drive NW,
Huntsville, AL 35811 -
Mobile County Health Department
251 North Bayou St.
Mobile, AL 36603 -
Montgomery County Health Department
3060 Mobile Highway,
Montgomery, AL 36108 -
Morgan County Health Department
3821 Highway 31 South,
Decatur, AL 35603 -
Shelby County Health Department
2000 County Services Road,
Pelham, AL 35124 -
Tuscaloosa County Health Department
2350 Hargrove Road East,
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
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FAQ About Alabama (AL) Death Certificates
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In Alabama, not all death records are available to the public. State laws restrict access for 25 years from the date of death. After 25 years, the record becomes public and can be requested by anyone on payment of the processing fee.
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The State of Alabama requires deaths to be registered within five days. Once registered, you can usually get a copy of the certificate of death on the same day at a Public Health Department Office. Mail-in orders usually take around 7 to 10 days to process and deliver.
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Alabama death certificate fees are charged at $15. You can request additional copies for $6 each when ordered at the same time, or register for expedited delivery for an extra $15. These fees are non-refundable, even if the record is not found.
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To get a copy of a record less than 25 years old, you need a valid ID and must be eligible to request it (close family, or legal representatives only). You also need to provide enough details about the decedent, like their full name, and date and place of death, to locate the record.
For certificates that are more than 25 years old, ID is generally not required. However, you’ll still need to provide key information about the deceased person so that the State can locate the record.
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