Virginia death records

This page provides quick reference information on where to obtain vital records in the state of Virginia.

For those who prefer walk-in service, we have listed the physical address as well as the postal address (sometimes they are the same) for the main 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.

Office of Vital Records
P.O. Box 1000
Richmond, Virginia 23218-1000

Office of Vital Records
The Shops at Willow Lawn
1601 Willow Lawn Drive
Suite 275
Richmond, VA 23230

ph (804) 662-6200

For births and deaths State office has records from January 1853 to December 1896 and since June 1912. Only the cities of Hampton, Newport News and Norfolk have records between 1896 and June 1912.

County marriage and divorce records can be accessed through the Clerk of the Court in the county or city where the license or decree was issued.