State vital records · ADHS-BVR

Arizona Vital Records

Get a birth, death, or marriage certificate in Arizona — official fees, processing times, ID requirements, and every local vital records office by county and city.

Arizona · 17 offices

17
Offices listed
15
Counties covered
$20.00
Birth cert. fee
4–5 weeks
Avg. processing

At a glance

Arizona Department of Health Services - Bureau of Vital Records (ADHS-BVR)

Address
150 North 18th Ave., Ste.120 Phoenix, AZ 85007
Mailing
PO Box 6018 Phoenix, AZ 85005
Phone
(602) 364-1300
Hours
Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Arizona Birth Certificate

Fee
$20.00
Additional copy
$20
Rush fee
Not specified (the only expedited service they list is VitalCheck)
Processing time
5-7 business days from the date the application is received by Vital Records
Rush processing
Not specified (the only expedited service they list is VitalCheck)
Public after
75 years

Who can request

  • Adoption Agencies
  • Attorneys
  • Children
  • Conservator
  • Government Officials
  • Grandchildren
  • Grandparents
  • Legal Guardian
  • Parents
  • Person on Record
  • Power of Attorney
  • Siblings
  • Spouse

Required information

  • Date of Birth
  • Email
  • Father's Date of Birth
  • Father's Name
  • Father's Place of Birth
  • Full Name at Birth
  • Hospital of Birth
  • Mailing Address
  • Mother's Date of Birth
  • Mother's Maiden Name
  • Mother's Place of Birth
  • Phone Number
  • Place of Birth
  • Sex
  • Tribe of the Person of Record
  • Your Name
  • Your Relationship to the Person of Record
  • Your Signature

Accepted ID

  • Valid Government ID

Secondary ID

  • Notarized Signature on Application
Application form (VS-159)

Arizona Death Certificate

Fee
$20.00
Additional copy
$20
Rush fee
Not specified (the only expedited service they list is VitalCheck)
Processing time
5-7 business days from the date the application is received by Vital Records
Rush processing
Not specified (the only expedited service they list is VitalCheck)
Public after
50 years

Who can request

  • Attorneys
  • Beneficiary
  • Children
  • Consulate of a Foreign Government
  • Funeral Director
  • Government Officials
  • Grandchildren
  • Grandparents
  • Hospital
  • Insurance Company
  • Other Person by Court Order
  • Parents
  • Person Authorized by an Eligible Person
  • Person Responsible for Final Disposition
  • Power of Attorney
  • Siblings
  • Spouse

Required information

  • Date of Birth
  • Date of Death
  • Email
  • Full Name of Person of Record
  • Funeral Home Name
  • Mailing Address
  • Phone Number
  • Place of Death
  • SSN
  • Your Name
  • Your Relationship to the Person of Record
  • Your Signature

Accepted ID

  • Valid Government ID

Secondary ID

  • Notarized Signature on Application
Application form (VS-159)

Arizona Marriage Certificate

Who can request

  • Authorized Individuals defined per-county

Accepted ID

  • Varies by County

Secondary ID

  • Varies by County

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Find a vital records office in Arizona

Most Arizona birth and death records are requested at the county level. Browse by office type, popular city, or county.

All counties (15)

Apostille & authentication

Office
Secretary of State Adrian Fontes
Phone
(602) 542-6187 or 1-800-458-5842
Mailing
Secretary of State Adrian Fontes, Atten: Notary Division 1700 W. Washington Street, FL. 7, Phoenix, AZ 85007-2808
Walk-in
Arizona State Complex Building 1st floor, Suite 141 400 W. Congress Tucson, AZ or Executive Tower 2nd floor, Suite 220 1700 W. Washington St. Phoenix, AZ
Details
Original notarized or certified recorded document.

Arizona vital records FAQs

How much does a Arizona birth certificate cost?

The fee is $20.00.

How long does a Arizona birth certificate take?

5-7 business days from the date the application is received by Vital Records

How much does a Arizona death certificate cost?

The fee is $20.00.

How long does a Arizona death certificate take?

5-7 business days from the date the application is received by Vital Records

Where do I get a birth certificate in Arizona?

Arizona birth and death records are requested at the county level or from the state vital records office. Browse the 17 offices listed on this page by county or city, or order online through our partner to skip the in-person visit.

Can I order a Arizona birth certificate online?

Yes. You can prepare and submit your application online through our partner, Vital Records Online, and skip the in-person visit.

Public records: Arizona Public Records Law. Information is provided as guidance and may change — verify with the state office before applying.