Birth & Death Certificates (Vital Records)

Birth Certificates

On January 1, 2021, a new vital records law and rules went into effect that changed the ordering requirements for birth and death certificates.

  • For increased security of personal information, only individuals with specific relationships to the person on the record being requested can receive a certified copy.
  • Identity and proof of relationship documentation will be required.
  • The certificate fee increased to $25 per copy.

More information on the new rules can be found on the WA Dept of Health Vital Records website.Vital Records Office - Scan here to order vital records online / escanear aqui para aplicar

Ordering a Birth Certificate

You can submit applications and payment in person, by mail, or online from Grant County Health District

  • The cost for a certified copy is $25. 
  • Acceptable forms of payment are cash, money order, or credit card, A credit card can be used online or by phone. There is an additional fee to use a credit card. 
  • Identity and proof of relationship documentation will be required. See acceptable documentation for proof of identity (PDF).

The Grant County Health District is only able to provide certified birth certificates for births occurring in Washington State from 1907 to the present. Certificates for births occurring prior to 1907 can be accessed by calling 360-236-4300.

Death CertificatesVital Records Office - Scan here to order vital records online / escanear aqui para aplicar

Deaths Occurring After October 2014

The Grant County Health District only provides certified death certificates for deaths occurring in Washington State after October 2014

You can submit applications and payment in person, by mail, or online from the Grant County Health District.

  • The cost for a certified copy is $25.
  • Acceptable forms of payment are cash, money order, or credit card, A credit card can be used online or by phone. There is an additional fee to use a credit card.
  • Identity and proof of relationship documentation will be required. See acceptable documentation for proof of identity (PDF).

Deaths Prior to October 2014

Deaths occurring prior to October 2014 can be accessed online through the Washington Electronic Death Registration System. A list of participating counties can be found on that website.

Deaths occurring prior to October 2014 can also be accessed by calling 360-236-4300.

Fetal Death Certificates

Qualified applicants for a fetal death certificate are

  • Parent
  • Sibling
  • Grandparent
  • Parent's Legal Representative
  • Authorized Representative
  • Funeral Director
  • Funeral Establishment listed on the record (up to 12 months from the date of death)
  • Government Agency or the Courts (only for official duties)

Marriage Records

Contact the Grant County Auditor's Office.
Phone: 509-754-2011
Email the Grant County Auditor's Office

Divorce Records

Contact the Grant County Clerk's Office.
Phone: 509-754-2011 ext. 2801

Passport Information 

Contact the Grant County Clerk's Office.
Phone: 509-754-2011 ext. 2801

Access passport information