Order Official Ohio Vital Records Online.

Order Certified Ohio Birth and Death Certificates Online.

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GoCertificates is your online resource for ordering certified copies of State of Ohio Vital Records. We are committed to getting your birth or death certificates direct to your door.

Requests for Vital events certificates are directed to and processed by the Ohio Department of Health.

ID Requirements | Birth Certificate Requirements | Death Certificate Requirements

Identification Requirements

All applicants must submit a copy of an accepted form of identification and a copy of proof of relationship (if required). After placing your order, you will need to upload an image of your identification and proof of relationship (if required). Your order will only be processed once a legible copy of identification and proof of relationship (if required) are received along with payment.

All applicants must provide a valid photo identification as required.

Valid Photo Identification: Submit a copy of 1 of the following:

  • - Driver's License or State ID
  • - Passport
  • - Vehicle Registration
  • - Vehicle Insurance
  • - Voter's Registration

Eligibility Requirements for Birth Certificates

Applicant Documents Required for Proof of Relationship
Self Valid Photo Identification
Mother Valid Photo Identification
Father Valid Photo Identification
Brother Valid Photo Identification
Sister Valid Photo Identification
Spouse Valid Photo Identification
Child Valid Photo Identification
Grandparent Valid Photo Identification
Grandchild Valid Photo Identification
Step-Parent Valid Photo Identification

Eligibility Requirements for Death Certificates

Applicant Documents Required for Proof of Relationship
Mother Valid Photo Identification
Father Valid Photo Identification
Brother Valid Photo Identification
Sister Valid Photo Identification
Spouse Valid Photo Identification
Child Valid Photo Identification
Grandparent Valid Photo Identification
Grandchild Valid Photo Identification
Step-Parent Valid Photo Identification
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