When selecting a vital records office from our directory, please make sure that the records you need are available. Some offices may only offer birth and death certificates issued within a specific date range. If you need an older vital record or a death or marriage certificate copy, you may have to select a different office from our directory. Contact Columbia County Department of Health to verify that they have the record you need.

If you plan to visit Columbia County Department of Health to apply for your vital records, keep in mind that processing and wait times and application fees may be different at each office. For optimal results, arrive at Columbia County Department of Health right after they open and be sure to complete your local application form beforehand. In most cases, you will be required to show your driverРІР‚™s license or state-issued photo ID and proof of your address as well.

Your vital records office may provide you with your certificate in-person, or they may mail it to the address on your application. You can visit this website to determine your stateРІР‚™s processing times and when to expect your records.