New York State Department Of Health Vital Records Section Genealogy Unit

Birth death certificates and marriage divorce records.

New york state department of health vital records section genealogy unit. Generally the new york state department of health provides uncertified copies of the following types of records for genealogy research purposes. The nys department of health keeps track of vital records such as. Therefore certificates are lacking for many events. Please note we cannot provide a record or verify the existence or facts of a record based on email requests.

New york state department of health vital records section certification unit p o. We do not encourage third party pickups. New york state department of health vital records certification unit p o. New york state department of health vital records section genealogy unit p o.

Vital records registration started in new york state outside of new york city in 1881. Compliance with the law was incomplete until 1913 or even later. Two levels of service are offered. If you have questions or comments you may contact new york state vital records by email at vr health ny gov or by telephone toll free at 855 322 1022.

Certified copies of birth death marriage and divorce certificates may be ordered directly from the new york state department of health vital records section. New york began statewide registration of births marriages and deaths vital records in 1880 81 under supervision of the state and local boards of health. Box 2602 albany new york 12220 2602 vital records copies cannot be provided for commercial purposes. Box 2602 albany ny 12220 2602.

New york state department of health vital records section 2nd floor 800 north pearl street menands ny 12204 for regular handling 8 10 weeks send to. Birth certificates if on file for at least 75 years and the. If you are unable to come to our office yourself we recommend that you order your certificate by mail or via internet or. Box 2602 albany ny 12220 2602.

Fee 22 00 includes search and uncertified copy or notification of no record.