LexisNexis VitalChek Network Inc. is a government-approved organization, so you don’t have to worry about hidden charges, inflated prices, or the security of your personal data when ordering official Alabama death record copies. As America’s #1 resource for official government-issued vital records, VitalChek offers the convenience of secure credit card processing, rush delivery and 24-hour customer service.

VitalChek is your direct connection for ordering official Alabama death record copies online from Alabama Vital Records. An official death record copy issued through our service typically has a raised or stamped seal and/or special security paper, depending on the issuing state’s requirements.

For your enhanced security, selecting an express delivery service, such as UPS or FedEx, when ordering official Alabama death record copies is recommended. Choosing an express delivery service provides the ability to track your shipment from the time it’s sent by Alabama Vital Records to the time it reaches your door, as well as providing insurance should your delivery be lost or damaged in transit.

Alabama death certificates are confidential records with restricted access for 25 years from the date of death. Copies of Alabama death certificates more than 25 years old may be obtained by anyone who can provide sufficient search information. Copies of Alabama death certificates less than 25 years old may be obtained by the decedent's mother or father, spouse, child, grandchildren, sibling, legal representative of family or estate, or informant listed on death certificates as providing information.

NOTICE: Although VitalChek attempts to include accurate and up-to-date information on this site, state and agency information is subject to change without notice. VitalChek makes no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of the information herein and assumes no liability with respect to such information.

An official Alabama death record copy is generally required documentation for collecting death benefits or claiming insurance proceeds. Other valid purposes for an official death record copy include:

	Completing a Final Tax Return
	Replacement of a Lost or Stolen Certificate
	Social Security Notification
	Assuming Control of Family Assets Held in the Deceased’s Name
	Probating a Will

In addition to certified death record copies, Alabama Vital Records also issues certified copies of Birth Certificates, Marriage Records and Divorce Records for events that occurred within the State of Alabama. You may order copies of Alabama Vital Records through VitalChek on an expedited basis.