Florida death certificates are issued through the Bureau of Vital Statistics at the Department of Health. Orders may be placed online , by mail, or in person.
Order Online
Order death certificates online through VitalChek®, the only vendor authorized by the Florida Department of Health.
Order in-Person
You will need the following information:
Death Certificates are available for deaths occurring in the state of Florida from 2009 to present. Any death prior to 2009 must be requested from the Florida Department of Health’s Bureau of Vital Statistics in Jacksonville or through VitalChek®.
- A legible copy of a valid driver’s license, passport, state-issued ID, or military identification card must accompany all requests. You must be a family member or legal representative when requesting cause of death.
- A completed Death Certificate Application (English or Spanish) should be submitted along with the appropriate fee.
Order by Mail
Please mail your request to our Vital Statistics Fort Lauderdale Office. You may also visit this location in person.
LOCATIONS & Hours of Operation
Fort Lauderdale Health Center
2421A SW 6th Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315
954‑467‑4413
South Regional Health Center
4105 Pembroke Road, Hollywood, FL 33021
954‑467‑4413
Paul Hughes Health Center
205 NW 6th Ave., Pompano Beach, FL 33060
954‑467‑4413
| Days | Operating Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
| Wednesday* | 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
| Thursday* | 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
| Friday | 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
*Paul Hughes is open on Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.