State vital records · OHA-CHS

Oregon Vital Records

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

Oregon · 68 offices

68
Offices listed
39
Counties covered
$25.00
Birth cert. fee
8–10 weeks
Avg. processing

At a glance

Oregon Health Authority - Center for Health Statistics (OHA-CHS)

Address
800 NE Oregon Street, Suite 205, Portland, OR 97232-2162
Mailing
OREGON VITAL RECORDS PO BOX 14050 PORTLAND OR 97293-0050
Phone
(971) 673-1190
Hours
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m

Oregon Birth Certificate

Fee
$25
Additional copy
$25
Rush fee
Only available via vitalchek - $18.25 (online) or $19.95 (telephone)
Processing time
16-20 weeks
Rush processing
Within 3 business days
Public after
100 years

Who can request

  • Attorneys
  • Authorized Agent
  • Children
  • Domestic Partner
  • Government Agency
  • Grandchildren
  • Grandparents
  • Legal Guardian
  • Legal Representative
  • Parents
  • Person on Record
  • Siblings
  • Spouse
  • Step-Parents

Required information

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

Accepted ID

  • Armed Services ID
  • Consulate Card
  • Driver's License
  • ID Card
  • Passport
  • Permanent Residents Card
  • Student ID (with transcript)
  • Tribal ID
  • US Citizenship ID
  • Valid Government ID

Secondary ID

  • Benefit Card
  • Court Documents with Current Address
  • Fishing License
  • Food Stamp
  • Hunting License
  • Insurance Record
  • Medical Record
  • Parole Document
  • Paycheck Stub
  • Unemployment Statement
  • Utility Bill
  • Vehicle Registration
  • Weapon Permit
  • Work ID
Application form (45-13A)

Oregon Death Certificate

Fee
$25
Additional copy
$25
Rush fee
Only available via vitalchek - $18.25 (online) or $19.95 (telephone)
Processing time
16-20 weeks
Rush processing
Within 3 business days
Public after
50 years

Who can request

  • Attorneys
  • Authorized Agent
  • Children
  • Domestic Partner
  • Funeral Home
  • Government Agency
  • Grandchildren
  • Grandparents
  • Heir
  • Legal Guardian
  • Other person of interest (personal and property rights)
  • Parents
  • Siblings
  • Spouse

Required information

  • Date of Death
  • Daytime Phone Number
  • Email
  • Full Name of Person of Record
  • Mailing Address
  • Place of Death
  • Purpose for the Certificate
  • Spouse Maiden Name
  • Your Name
  • Your Relationship to the Person of Record
  • Your Signature

Accepted ID

  • Armed Services ID
  • Consulate Card
  • Driver's License
  • ID Card
  • Passport
  • Permanent Residents Card
  • Student ID (with transcript)
  • Tribal ID
  • US Citizenship ID
  • Valid Government ID

Secondary ID

  • Benefit Card
  • Court Documents with Current Address
  • Food Stamp
  • Insurance Record
  • Medical Record
  • Parole Document
  • Paycheck Stub
  • Unemployment Statement
  • Utility Bill
  • Vehicle Registration
  • Work ID
Application form (45-13B)

Oregon Marriage Certificate

Fee
$25
Additional copy
$25
Rush fee
Only available via vitalchek - $18.25 (online) or $19.95 (telephone)
Processing time
16-20 weeks
Rush processing
Within 3 business days
Public after
50 years

Who can request

  • Attorneys
  • Authorized Agent
  • Children
  • Domestic Partner
  • Government Agency
  • Grandchildren
  • Grandparents
  • Legal Guardian
  • Legal Representative
  • Parents
  • Person on Record
  • Siblings
  • Spouse

Required information

  • Bride's Name Before Marriage
  • Date of Marriage
  • Daytime Phone Number
  • Email
  • Groom Name Before Marriage
  • Mailing Address
  • Place of Birth
  • Place where License Was Issued
  • Purpose for the Certificate
  • Your Name
  • Your Relationship to the Person of Record
  • Your Signature

Accepted ID

  • Armed Services ID
  • Consulate Card
  • Driver's License
  • ID Card
  • Passport
  • Permanent Residents Card
  • Student ID (with transcript)
  • Tribal ID
  • US Citizenship ID
  • Valid Government ID

Secondary ID

  • Court Documents with Current Address
  • Fishing License
  • Hunting License
  • Insurance Record
  • Medical Record
  • Parole Document
  • Paycheck Stub
  • Utility Bill
  • Vehicle Registration
  • Weapon Permit
Application form (45-14A)

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Find a vital records office in Oregon

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

All counties (39)

Apostille & authentication

Office
Secretary of State
Phone
(503) 986-2200
Mailing
Corporation Division 255 Capitol St. NE, Suite 151 Salem OR 97310
Details
Original, notarized document. It must include a complete notarial certificate A vital record certificate must be an original certified copy and can't be a photocopy.

Oregon vital records FAQs

How much does a Oregon birth certificate cost?

The fee is $25.

How long does a Oregon birth certificate take?

16-20 weeks

How much does a Oregon death certificate cost?

The fee is $25.

How long does a Oregon death certificate take?

16-20 weeks

How much does a Oregon marriage certificate cost?

The fee is $25.

How long does a Oregon marriage certificate take?

16-20 weeks

Where do I get a birth certificate in Oregon?

Oregon birth and death records are requested at the county level or from the state vital records office. Browse the 68 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 Oregon 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: Oregon Public Records Law. Information is provided as guidance and may change — verify with the state office before applying.