Vital records in Alaska — birth certificates, death certificates, marriage records, and divorce records — are handled at the state level by Alaska Bureau of Vital Statistics. Marriage licenses are issued locally by the Alaska Bureau of Vital Statistics or any Alaska court office.
What this page covers: Alaska vital record ordering, eligibility requirements, and related databases. What it does not cover: Genealogy records older than the state vital records system (check the Genealogy Resources page for historical records).
Where to start: For certified copies of birth or death certificates, contact Alaska Bureau of Vital Statistics. For marriage licenses, contact the Alaska Bureau of Vital Statistics or any Alaska court office in the borough where the ceremony will occur. For divorce records, contact the court that granted the decree.
Common mistake: Birth and death certificates, marriage licenses, and divorce decrees come from different offices. Do not assume one office handles all vital records.
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Primary Sources (All .gov / Official)
- health.alaska.gov — Official Alaska Vital Records — State portal for Alaska vital records
- CDC National Vital Statistics System — National Vital Statistics System
- CDC — Where to Write for Records — CDC state-by-state directory
- National Archives — Vital Records — Federal genealogy & vital guide
- Social Security Death Master File — Social Security death records
- Census — Births and Deaths — Census Bureau vital statistics
- VA — Veterans Records — Veterans Administration records
Related Vital Records Resources
- Alaska Court Records →
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- Alaska Property Records →
- Alaska Voter Records →
- Alaska Wants & Warrants →
- Alaska Licenses →
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I order an Alaska birth certificate?▼
Certified birth certificates for events in Alaska are issued by the Official Alaska Vital Records at health.alaska.gov. Requests can be made by mail, in person, or (in most cases) online through the state's authorized vendor. The borough of registration may also be able to issue certified copies for recent local events.
How do I get an Alaska death certificate?▼
Alaska death certificates are issued by the Official Alaska Vital Records; eligibility (next of kin, executor, legal representative) and ID documentation requirements are listed at health.alaska.gov. For deaths within the last year, the borough clerk or local registrar where the death occurred can often issue a copy more quickly.
Can I look up an Alaska marriage or divorce record online?▼
Alaska marriage and divorce records are not generally available in a free, name-searchable online index. The Official Alaska Vital Records (health.alaska.gov) handles certified copies; the underlying license/decree is filed with the borough clerk or court that issued it, which is also a primary search point.
How long does it take to get an Alaska vital record?▼
Standard Alaska vital-record processing times vary from a few business days (in-person same-day at some borough clerks) to several weeks for mailed requests. The Official Alaska Vital Records publishes current turnaround times at health.alaska.gov. Expedited processing is usually available for an additional fee.
What ID do I need to order an Alaska certified vital record?▼
The Official Alaska Vital Records requires government-issued photo identification (driver's license, state ID, passport, or military ID) and proof of your relationship to the record holder, if applicable. The full list of acceptable ID and supporting documents is published at health.alaska.gov.