Louisiana death records

Quick reference information on where to obtain vital records in Louisiana.

For those who prefer walk-in service, we have listed the physical address as well as the mailing address for the government agencies where records of birth, death, marriage and divorce are held. Relevant phone numbers are included so you can confirm  up-to-date information about the charges for services, or if you need to clarify anything about your records search.

State Office has BIRTH RECORDS for last 100 years and DEATH RECORDS for last 50 years.

Office of Public Health
Vital Records Registry
P.O. Box 60630
New Orleans, LA 70160
ph: 504-219-4500

Walk in Vital Records Service offices are located in: Shreveport     ph 318-676-5222
Lake Charles   ph 337-478-6367
Baton Rouge    ph 225-242-4860
Marrero        ph 504-349- 8855
Metairie       ph 504-219-4500
Lafayette      ph 337-262-5616 ext 139
Thibodaux      ph 985- 447-0800
Monroe         ph 318-361-7283
Alexandria     ph 318-487-5282
Hammond        ph 985-543-4165

Earlier BIRTH and DEATH RECORDS are obtained at:

Louisiana State Archives
3851 Essen Lane
Baton Rouge, LA  70809
Phone: 225-922-1000

For MARRIAGE AND DIVORCE records contact the Clerk of Court in the parish where the marriage license was issued or decree was granted.