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Vital records office in Vermont — birth, marriage, death certificates

CDC-listed vital records office for Vermont. How to obtain certified copies of birth, death, marriage, divorce certificates for immigration filings (I-130,

Vital records office in Vermont

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

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Birth

Event: Birth Cost of copy: $10.00 Address: Vermont Department of Health Vital Records Section P.O. Box 70 108 Cherry Street Burlington, VT 05402-0070 Remarks: State office has records for the most recent 5 years. Personal check or money order should be made payable to Vermont Department of Health. To verify current fees, the telephone number is (802) 863-7275. This will be a recorded message. Information on how to obtain certified copies is also available via the website .

Death

Event: Death Cost of copy: $10.00 Address: Vermont Department of Health Vital Records Section P.O. Box 70 108 Cherry Street Burlington, VT 05402-0070 Remarks: State office has records back to 1909. Copies of records may be obtained from State office or from ANY City or Town running the Vital Records Issuance Management System (VRIMS).  Applicant must submit a copy of a valid identification and completed application. Personal check or money order should be made payable to  Vermont Department of Health . To verify current fees, the telephone number is (802) 863-7275. This will be a recorded message. Information on how to obtain certified copies is also available via the website .

Marriage

Event: Marriage (State) Cost of copy: $10.00 Address: Vermont Department of Health Vital Records Section P.O. Box 70 108 Cherry Street Burlington, VT 05402-0070 Remarks: State office has records for the most recent 5 years.

Event: Marriage (town) Cost of copy: $10.00 Address: See remarks Remarks: Town or City Clerk in town/city where license was issued.

Event: Marriage Cost of copy: $12.00 Address: See remarks. Remarks: Records for all years back to 1909 can be requested through the Vital Records Request Service .

Divorce

Event: Divorce (State) Cost of copy: $10.00 Address: Vermont Department of Health Vital Records Section P.O. Box 70 108 Cherry Street Burlington, VT 05402-0070 Remarks: State office has records for the most recent 5 years.

Event: Divorce (County) Cost of copy: $10.00 Address: See remarks Remarks: Family court in county where divorce was granted.

Event: Divorce Cost of copy: $12.00 Address: See remarks. Remarks: Records for all years back to 1909 can be requested through the Vital Records Request Service .

Last Reviewed: February 25, 2020 Source: National Center for Health Statistics

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Vermont 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 Vermont vital record OUTSIDE the United States (e.g., for use at your home country’s consulate), you typically need an apostille from the Vermont 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 Vermont office.

Order vital records in Vermont

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 Vermont?
From the Vermont 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 Vermont?
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).