Free links to official Alabama state and county government records — courts, criminal histories, vital records, property, voter, business, and licenses across all 67 counties.
How to Get Alabama Vital Records (Start Here)
Vital records in Alabama — birth certificates, death certificates, marriage licenses, and divorce records — can be obtained from Judge of Probate (marriage) / ADPH (birth, death). Marriage licenses are issued by the Judge of Probate.
What this page covers: Alabama 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 Judge of Probate (marriage) / ADPH (birth, death). For marriage licenses, contact the Judge of Probate in the county 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.
Edited by Sam Rokni — Editor & Owner, SearchSystems.net. Public records professional since 1999. NAPBS founding member. Full bio & credentials.
Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: Alabama vital records URL verified against the official state publisher at www.alabamapublichealth.gov on the review date. 7 primary .gov sources cited below.
Alabama Vital Records — Key Facts (2026)
Birth, death, marriage, and divorce records for Alabama — who can request, how to order, and what 2026 changed.
State-only
Issuing authority
Not federal
Restricted
Birth/death access
Usually self + family
75-125 yr
When records become public
Genealogy threshold
VitalChek
3rd-party portal
Used by many states
CDC NVSS
National statistics
Data only, no certificates
Who can request an Alabama vital record
The person named
100%
Parent of subject
100%
Spouse of subject
90%
Adult child
90%
Legal representative
80%
General public (recent)
10%
General public (historical 75+yr)
95%
Unit: % likely to receive a certified copy.
What Changed in 2026 — Alabama Vital Records
2026
Alabama vital records portal active
The official Alabama portal at www.alabamapublichealth.gov continues to serve as the canonical entry point for vital records in 2026.
For 2026, Alabama continues to publish vital records information through state-authorized portals; check www.alabamapublichealth.gov for current fees and processing times.
Federal record types (federal liens, federal land, federal vital statistics) continue to live OUTSIDE Alabama's state portal — see the Primary Sources below for the .gov complement.
Autauga County Alabama Marriage Records, 1839-1950 · Crenshaw County Alabama Marriage Records, 1867-1957 · Clay County Alabama Marriage Records, 1872-1955 · Clarke County Alabama Marriage Records, 1814-1959 · Kathy Ross Stephenson on Alabama Genealogy Databases ·
The online record portal will require ... access records. Please note there is no fee to create an account and there is no fee to access documents available on this online portal. For questions or assistance with the online portal, please call our office at 256-532-3330 . ... The Madison County ...
Probate Court’s Online Records Search system utilizes advanced search technology with multiple search options called Landmark WEB. Landmark WEB includes access to real property records (1813-present), estate claims filed in Recording through July 1st, 2013, marriage records (indexed 1813-present, viewable September 2019 to present), and election records.
The trail is cold, I thank you for any information. Phillip G. Austin **** eabama@aol.com **** ... Looking for info. on Lemuel Alonzo BAILEY,born 1892, marriage Nov 29,1910 to Elsie Cordelia GLENN in Double Springs Al . Need death dates and burial site. Thanks Wanda ***Wfglenn@aol.com*** ... ...
Get FREE BUTLER COUNTY VITAL RECORDS directly from 13 Alabama gov't offices & 7 official vital records databases. Records include Butler County birth & death certificates, adoption records, marriage & divorce records, genealogy research & more!
**Notice: By searching the Shelby County Public Access ROAM site, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the Terms and Conditions which can be found HERE NOTICE REGARDING SEARCHES: SOME OLDER CANCELLATIONS OF MORTGAGE ARE NOT RECORDED AS ELECTRONIC IMAGES, AND ARE NOT FOUND ON THIS WEBSITE, BUT ARE LOCATED IN BOOKS IN THE RECORDS ROOM, LOCATED AT 112 Main St., Columbiana, AL, 35051.
Medical Certification Request Form (HS-90). He/she cannot use the attached ... P.O. Box 5618 ... The fee to amend (correct) an Alabama birth or death certificate is $20.00 which includes one certified copy of the amended certificate.
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Certified birth certificates for events in Alabama are issued by the Official Alabama Vital Records at www.alabamapublichealth.gov. Requests can be made by mail, in person, or (in most cases) online through the state's authorized vendor. The county of registration may also be able to issue certified copies for recent local events.
How do I get an Alabama death certificate?▼
Alabama death certificates are issued by the Official Alabama Vital Records; eligibility (next of kin, executor, legal representative) and ID documentation requirements are listed at www.alabamapublichealth.gov. For deaths within the last year, the county clerk or local registrar where the death occurred can often issue a copy more quickly.
Can I look up an Alabama marriage or divorce record online?▼
Alabama marriage and divorce records are not generally available in a free, name-searchable online index. The Official Alabama Vital Records (www.alabamapublichealth.gov) handles certified copies; the underlying license/decree is filed with the county clerk or court that issued it, which is also a primary search point.
How long does it take to get an Alabama vital record?▼
Standard Alabama vital-record processing times vary from a few business days (in-person same-day at some county clerks) to several weeks for mailed requests. The Official Alabama Vital Records publishes current turnaround times at www.alabamapublichealth.gov. Expedited processing is usually available for an additional fee.
What ID do I need to order an Alabama certified vital record?▼
The Official Alabama 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 www.alabamapublichealth.gov.
