How much is a Essex County birth certificate?

A certified Massachusetts birth certificate is $32 (mail order) $20 (in-person order) $54 (online/telephone order through Vitalcheck). County offices in Essex County issue records at the same state fee.

Where do I get a birth certificate in Essex County, Massachusetts?

Request one in person at a Essex County clerk or health department office, by mail to the Massachusetts state vital records office, or order online through our partner to skip the visit.

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Essex County Birth Certificate & Vital Records

Where to get a birth, death, or marriage certificate in Essex County, Massachusetts: 9 offices with addresses, hours, and fees — or order online and skip the visit.

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Offices: Massachusetts
State: $32.00
Birth cert. fee: 10–15 days
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How to get a Essex County birth certificate

Essex County birth and death records are issued under Massachusetts state rules, through the county clerk or health department. You can request a certificate three ways:

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In person — at a Essex County office listed below.
By mail — to the Massachusetts state vital records office.

Fee: $32 (mail order) $20 (in-person order) $54 (online/telephone order through Vitalcheck)
Processing: 15-20 business days - mail orders (“Processed and shipped within 15-20 business days of receipt of request”) 10 business days - online/telephone orders
Who can request: Children, Legal Guardian, Legal Representative, Parents, Person on Record
ID required: Driver's License, Valid Government ID

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