DC death records

DC death records

This page provides quick reference information on where to obtain vital records in Washington DC.

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.

For BIRTH and DEATH records contact:

Department of Health
Vital Records Division
825 North Capitol Street, NE, 1st Floor
Washington, DC 20002

ph (202) 671-5000

For MARRIAGE and DIVORCE records contact:

DC Superior Court,
500 Indiana Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20001
(Room 4335 for Divorce Decree or Room 4485 for marriage license)

Marriage information (202) 879-4840
Divorce Information (202) 879-1261

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