Mail the completed application form, a legal size, self-addressed stamped envelope and check or money order for the search fee. Do not send cash. Mail to:
Office of Vital Statistics
Department of Public Health and Human Services
111 N Sanders Rm 6
PO BOX 4210
Helena MT 59604
Apply Online (VitalChek)
Montana Vital Records does not accept credit cards or online orders over the phone; however, for your convenience, you can process online requests through an independent companies that we have partnered with to provide you this service; VitalChek Network, Inc.
It's the easiest and most efficient method for ordering official birth certificates and other vital records because there is less room for error when you enter the information yourself. Our simple forms have built-in editing features to help ensure the accuracy of your order.
VitalChek is an official service, authorized by Montana Vital Records - DPHHS, to securely order certified Montana vital records, like birth certificates. Other online services may not be authorized by Montana Vital Records - DPHHS, and may charge additional fees without providing approved services or guaranteeing confidentiality of your data.
As a government-approved organization for 25 years, VitalChek safely delivers millions of vital records every year and is Americas No.1 resource for ordering certified vital records across the nation. VitalChek makes purchasing your familys most important documents, such as Montana birth certificates, simple, fast and secure:
Simple step-by-step ordering with easy to use editing features to help ensure the accuracy of your order.
Fast online ordering, processing & delivery options to help get your certificate as quickly as possible.
Secure ordering processes that are designed to help protect your identity online.
VitalChek offers the convenience of ordering Montana birth certificates for yourself or your family from the privacy of your home or office, 24-hours a day, 7 days a week, with no hidden fees or unexplained charges. No traffic, no standing in line, no parking, no hassles.
By phone/Fax
You can place an order over the phone using your credit card:
Call toll-free 888-877-1946.
Orders are placed through VitalChek.
Additional fees will apply.
Fax your application request and identification to VitalChek at 866-696-1912 for processing.
Notarized Montana Office of Vital Statistics Statement to Identify certified Birth or Death Certificate Applicant form (you must provide the original letter, not a photocopy or faxed copy)
Have an authorized family member that has an ID order the certificate
An applicant may only order copies of his or her own Montana birth certificate or one for an immediate family member (parent, spouse, child (must provide proof of relationship/legal need), legal guardian (must provide proof of relationship) or an authorized representative (must provide proof).
The Montana Division of Vital Records (Montana Vital Records) issues certified copies of Montana birth certificates for events which occurred within the State of Montana.
Birth Certificates are available for events that occurred within the State of Montana from 1907 to present.
You may order a copy of a Montana Birth Certificate using one of the following services:
Order online with your credit card: vitalchek.com or vitalrecords.mt.gov
Place an order over the phone using your credit card:
Call toll-free 888-877-1946. Orders are placed through VitalChek. Additional fees will apply.
Place an order by mail.
Valid Identification is required for the purchase of a Montana Birth certificate.
Personal check or money order should be made payable to Montana Vital Records.
Mail the completed application form, a legal size, self-addressed stamped envelope and check or money order for the search fee. Do not send cash. Mail to:
Office of Vital Statistics
Department of Public Health and Human Services
111 N Sanders Rm 6
PO BOX 4210
Helena MT 59604
Apply Online (VitalChek)
Montana Vital Records does not accept credit cards or online orders over the phone; however, for your convenience, you can process online requests through an independent companies that we have partnered with to provide you this service; VitalChek Network, Inc.
It's the easiest and most efficient method for ordering official birth certificates and other vital records because there is less room for error when you enter the information yourself. Our simple forms have built-in editing features to help ensure the accuracy of your order.
VitalChek is an official service, authorized by Montana Vital Records - DPHHS, to securely order certified Montana vital records, like birth certificates. Other online services may not be authorized by Montana Vital Records - DPHHS, and may charge additional fees without providing approved services or guaranteeing confidentiality of your data.
As a government-approved organization for 25 years, VitalChek safely delivers millions of vital records every year and is Americas No.1 resource for ordering certified vital records across the nation. VitalChek makes purchasing your familys most important documents, such as Montana birth certificates, simple, fast and secure:
Simple step-by-step ordering with easy to use editing features to help ensure the accuracy of your order.
Fast online ordering, processing & delivery options to help get your certificate as quickly as possible.
Secure ordering processes that are designed to help protect your identity online.
VitalChek offers the convenience of ordering Montana birth certificates for yourself or your family from the privacy of your home or office, 24-hours a day, 7 days a week, with no hidden fees or unexplained charges. No traffic, no standing in line, no parking, no hassles.
By phone/Fax
You can place an order over the phone using your credit card:
Call toll-free 888-877-1946.
Orders are placed through VitalChek.
Additional fees will apply.
Fax your application request and identification to VitalChek at 866-696-1912 for processing.
Notarized Montana Office of Vital Statistics Statement to Identify certified Birth or Death Certificate Applicant form (you must provide the original letter, not a photocopy or faxed copy)
Have an authorized family member that has an ID order the certificate
An applicant may only order copies of his or her own Montana birth certificate or one for an immediate family member (parent, spouse, child (must provide proof of relationship/legal need), legal guardian (must provide proof of relationship) or an authorized representative (must provide proof).
The Montana Division of Vital Records (Montana Vital Records) issues certified copies of Montana birth certificates for events which occurred within the State of Montana.
Birth Certificates are available for events that occurred within the State of Montana from 1907 to present.
You may order a copy of a Montana Birth Certificate using one of the following services:
Order online with your credit card: vitalchek.com or vitalrecords.mt.gov
Place an order over the phone using your credit card:
Call toll-free 888-877-1946. Orders are placed through VitalChek. Additional fees will apply.
Place an order by mail.
Valid Identification is required for the purchase of a Montana Birth certificate.
Personal check or money order should be made payable to Montana Vital Records.
You may need a birth certificate when enrolling in school, applying for a social security card or for certain legal proceedings. This can prove frustrating when you do not have a copy immediately on hand. If you want to obtain your birth certificate or if you would like to have an additional copy of your birth certificate you can obtain one with following the procedure given below.