Welcome to the Division of Vital Records and Health Statistics. We receive an average of 30,000 calls a month to the Vital Records Information Line. In addition, 9,000 people stop by our office each month requesting certified copies of birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates. We house over 7 million records detailing this information for the citizens of Virginia. You can place a call with one of our Customer Service Representatives by dialing 804-662-6200.
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Division of Vital Records
NOTE: The Division of Vital Records is open most Saturdays, from 8 AM to Noon.
NOTE:
2009 Saturday and Holidays Closings Calendar.
Mail - Turn around is estimated at 1 to 2 weeks (5 to 10 business days) for CERTIFIED VITAL RECORDS from the day the request is received IN THIS OFFICE. However, people are urged to allow sufficient time for delivery of all CERTIFIED VITAL RECORDS. Full instructions>>
Walk-in - Same day service is available to walk-in customers. This is the fastest way to obtain a certified vital record. When you arrive, you will complete an application, pay the $12 required fee, and show the processing clerk a valid photo I.D. Full instructions>>
Express Delivery through the VitalChek Network - Obtain a certified copy of a vital record within 2 to 5 BUSINESS DAYS through this state's express service. A service charge must be paid by credit card, delivered by carrier service ONLY (UPS Carrier Service) for $49.25. Additional fees may apply. See VitalChek's Full instructions>>
VDH, Office of Vital Records
and Health Statistics
P.O. Box 1000
Richmond, Virginia
23218-1000
Street Address:
The Shops at Willow Lawn
1601 Willow Lawn Drive
Suite 275
Richmond, VA 23230
Information Line: (804) 662-6200