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Vital records office in New Hampshire — birth, marriage, death certificates

CDC-listed vital records office for New Hampshire. How to obtain certified copies of birth, death, marriage, divorce certificates for immigration filings (

Vital records office in New Hampshire

How to obtain certified copies of birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates from New Hampshire for immigration filings, USCIS evidence, school enrollment, or any other purpose.

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Birth Event: Birth Cost of copy: $15.00; Additional copies ordered at the same time are $10.00 each. Address: Division of Vital Records Administration Archives & Records Building 9 Ratification Way Concord, NH 03301-2455 Remarks: State office has records since 1631. Copies of records may be obtained from State office or from City or Town Clerk in place where birth occurred. Records (birth since 1935) may be obtained from ANY City or Town running the Vital Records Automated software called NHVRIN plus . Applicant must submit a written request and a photo ID with signature of the requestor or notarized assignment of access from registrant authorizing non-direct or tangibly related individual access and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Personal check or money order should be made payable to Treasurer, State of New Hampshire . To verify current fees, the telephone number is (603) 271-4651. This is a recorded message. Information on how to obtain certified copies is also available via the New Hampshire, Department of State, Division of Vital Records Administration website . Death Event: Death Cost of copy: $15.00; Additional copies ordered at the same time are $10.00 each. Address: Division of Vital Records Administration Archives & Records Building 9 Ratification Way Concord, NH 03301-2455 Remarks: State office has records since 1654. Copies of records may be obtained from State office or from City or Town Clerk in place where death occurred. Records (death since 1965) may be obtained from ANY City or Town running the Vital Records Automated software called NHVRIN plus . Applicant must submit a written request and a photo ID with signature of the requestor or notarized assignment of access from registrant authorizing non-direct or tangibly related individual access and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Personal check or money order should be made payable to Treasurer, State of New Hampshire . To verify current fees, the telephone number is (603) 271-4651. This will be a recorded message. Information on how to obtain certified copies is also available via the New Hampshire, Department of State, Division of Vital Records Administration website . Marriage Event: Marriage Cost of copy: $15.00; Additional copies ordered at the same time are $10.00 each. Address: Division of Vital Records Administration Archives & Records Building 9 Ratification Way Concord, NH 03301-2455 Remarks: State office has records since 1652. Copies of records may be obtained from State office or from City or Town Clerk in place where the marriage license was issued. Records (marriage since 1960) may be obtained from ANY City or Town running the Vital Records Automated software called NHVRIN plus .

Applicant must submit a written request and a photo ID with signature of the requestor or notarized assignment of access from registrant authorizing non-direct or tangibly relate

New Hampshire vital records office details

Why immigrants need certified vital records

USCIS, courts, schools, and many other US agencies require certified vital records (not photocopies) for:

  • I-130 family petition — birth certificate proves family relationship
  • I-485 adjustment of status — birth certificate of applicant and beneficiaries
  • N-400 naturalization — marriage certificate if applying under spouse-of-USC 3-year rule
  • Apostille — for use of US documents in foreign countries (your home country may require US apostille)
  • School enrollment — proof of date of birth
  • Real ID applications — proof of identity

Apostille and authentication

If you need to use a New Hampshire vital record OUTSIDE the United States (e.g., for use at your home country’s consulate), you typically need an apostille from the New Hampshire Secretary of State’s office. See /procedures/apostille-document/ for the process.


Last verified: 2026-05-27. General procedural information — not legal advice. Fees and processing times change; verify with the New Hampshire office.

Order vital records in New Hampshire

Birth, death, and marriage certificates are issued by each state. Use your state's official guide:

Frequently asked questions

Where do I get a US birth certificate from New Hampshire?
From the New Hampshire vital records office listed below. Requests can typically be submitted online, by mail, or in person. You’ll need to prove identity and pay a fee (~$15-30 for first copy, plus shipping). For immigration purposes (I-130 evidence, naturalization), you need a CERTIFIED COPY (original with raised seal), not a photocopy.
How do I get a marriage certificate from New Hampshire?
Marriage certificates are typically issued by the county clerk where the marriage license was issued, not the state vital records office. The state office may have copies of older records. For recent marriages, contact the county clerk’s office in the county of the wedding.
What if my certificate is in Spanish or another language?
If filing with USCIS, certificates in any language other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation. The translator must certify they are competent to translate and that the translation is accurate. See /procedures/translate-document-uscis/ for the standard certification language.
Can I order vital records for someone else?
Most states restrict access to vital records to: the person named on the record, their spouse, parents, children, siblings, or legal representatives. ID verification is required. For genealogical research, records become open to the public after a waiting period (usually 50-100 years).