Vital Records
Vital Records
Birth and death certificates, also known as vital records, are an important tool in determining and reporting the health status of our community. They also play an important role for each person. People need certified copies of birth and death certificates to establish, among other things, their identity, social security benefits, and to apply for a driver’s license, school entry/registration, or passport.
A certified copy of a vital record must contain the stamp or seal of either the local or state registrar and must be printed on approved certificate paper. These steps are taken to prevent fraud.
Ordering a Birth or Death Certificate
| To order a birth or death certificate… | Contact | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Within 6 months of a birth or death in Benton County | Benton County Health Department Vital Records Phone: (541) 766-6040 Address: 530 NW 27th St. Corvallis, OR 97330 Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Closed for lunch 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. No appointment needed. | $25.00 per copy |
| – 6 months or more after a birth or death – For a birth or death that occurred in another Oregon County | Oregon Vital Records Phone: (971) 673-1190 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 14050, Portland, OR 97293 | $25.00 per copy |