Fort Lee Health Department
309 Main Street, Fort Lee, New Jersey, 7024
Contact & location
- Address
- 309 Main Street, Fort Lee, New Jersey, 7024
- Records for
- Bergen County, New Jersey
- Phone
- 201-592-3500 x1510
- Official site
- Government website ↗
Last verified July 14, 2026
This office issues New Jersey state records
Bergen County follows New Jersey’s fees, eligibility rules and processing times. Compare the statewide baseline below before choosing where to go.
- $25.00
- New Jersey birth certificate fee
- 12–14 weeks
- Statewide processing
- 9,500,851
- New Jersey population
Office hours
| Monday | 8:30am - 4:00pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:30am - 4:00pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am - 4:00pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am - 4:00pm |
| Friday | 8:30am - 4:00pm |
| Saturday | closed |
| Sunday | closed |
Certificates, fees & processing
| Record | Fee | Processing |
|---|---|---|
| Birth Certificate | $25.00 | 12–14 weeksNew Jersey estimate |
| Death Certificate | $25.00 | 12–14 weeksNew Jersey estimate |
| Marriage Certificate | $25.00 | 12–14 weeksNew Jersey estimate |
Processing times are set at state level — county offices do not publish their own — and are estimates that vary with demand.
The Fort Lee Health Department’s office or registry of vital records, offers a wide range of crucial services. These offices play a vital role in the protection and provision of essential documents such as birth certificates, death certificates, and marriage certificates . In addition to maintaining these primary records, they are responsible for managing and issuing copies of birth, marriage, and death records that occurred within the Township of Fort Lee. Alongside record maintenance, this office provides valuable services like issuing certified copies of documents, overseeing the registration of domestic partnerships, and offering assistance to rectify any errors detected in vital records. Through these comprehensive services, the vital records office ensures the accuracy, accessibility, and integrity of vital records for the benefit of the community.
Reviews
★★★★★5.0 (5)- ★★★★★Rupak PoddarGoogle
Julie handled my marriage license request and made the process very easy. She explained everything clearly, answered all my questions, and everything was completed right on schedule. Excellent service!
- ★★★★★ana KharazishvilGoogle
I really appreciate how great are they doing their job. They are very nice and professional.
- ★★★★★My GenieGoogle
They are the most kind and helpful people. I love them!
- ★★★★★Mari TaverasGoogle
The Fort Lee Health Department does an outstanding job serving our community. Their staff is professional, compassionate, and truly dedicated to promoting health and wellness for all residents. They go above and beyond in organizing health fairs, screenings, and educational programs that make a real difference. As both a Fort Lee resident and a community partner, I deeply appreciate their continued efforts to keep our town safe, informed, and healthy. Thank you for all that you do for our community! — Damaris (Mari) Taveras, Fort Lee Resident & Financial Professional, New York Life
- ★★★★★JohnGoogle
I want to give a huge thank you to the Fort Lee Health Department for their quick and professional response. After reporting a food safety concern, they responded promptly and took the situation seriously right away. They explained the process clearly and scheduled a full investigation without hesitation. It’s reassuring to know that they are committed to protecting the community and ensuring that local establishments are held to proper health and safety standards. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and willingness to act made a stressful situation much easier to handle. I truly appreciate the work they do for the community.