Michigan Death Records Search

The State of Michigan Vital Records Office holds the responsibility for keeping records of all births, deaths and divorces. This office has records going back as early as 1867.

In the state of Michigan, death records are public and are not considered confidential. While the state office can obtain any records across the state, you may only request records within a specific county if the death happened within that same county.  Be advised you must fill out the appropriate form and pay the request fee to receive your records.

If you are requesting death verification from another country, this information will be provided at an extra cost and the verification will not include an actual death certificate. You must provide the name of the country in order to receive your verification.

The search fee for one death certificate (one certified copy will be provided) is $26. Each additional copy you wish to have is $12. These fees are payable by money order or check to “Vital Records Requests”. If you wish to do an expedited search you must remember there is an additional $10 fee. Please note, if you are doing an expedited search, the address will be the same but you should address it to: “Vital Records Rush”. Checks or money orders only, all fees are non-refundable.
death certificates are available:

By mail – You will need to send the fee and necessary information to:
Vital Records Requests
P.O. Box 30721
Lansing MI 48909

In Person - Any member of the MDCH (Michigan Depart of County Health) will be glad to assist you.
Electronically – Through Vital Check using a credit card. An additional fee of $8.50 for a credit card charge will be mandatory plus shipping. If you should experience problems with the online ordering, you can call Vital Check at 1-800-255-2414 or 1-800-669-8312 for assistance.

Questions – Call (517) 335-8666