Can FO verify, certify or obtain free copy of birth/death record? No
FOs should request birth and death record verifications by mail or fax directly from
the Vital Records Branch using the form available here . There is a $5.00 fee for verification and a $10.00 fee for an uncertified copy.
FOs should request birth, death, marriage, and divorce records by mail directly from
the Division of Vital Records. The request must indicate the number of the check or
money order and the FO's return address. Use SSA letterhead and include the following
information:
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Birth/death
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child's sex and date of birth
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certificate number (if known)
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mother's full maiden and married names
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child's place of birth (include the name of hospital)
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Marriage
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Reason why this record is needed
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Divorce
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Approximate date of divorce