Michigan death records

This page provides you with quick reference information on where to obtain vital records in Michigan.  Especially for those who prefer walk-in service, we have listed the physical address and the postal address (sometimes the same) 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.

Michigan Vital Records Office
201 Townsend Street,
Capitol View Bldg, 3rd Floor,
Lansing MI 48913

Vital Records Request
P.O. Box 30721
Lansing, MI  48909

General Information (recorded message) at 517-335-8656.
Speak with a customer service rep regarding a regular request, 517-335-8666.  Change or correction to a birth or death record  517-335-8660

For county divorce and marriage information contact the County Clerk in county where the event occurred.