How Much Is a Birth Certificate in Alabama? (2026)
A certified copy of a birth certificate in Alabama costs $15 from the Alabama Department of Public Health, Center for Health Statistics. Any county health department can issue one same-day; expedite is +$15. Certified marriage copies come from the probate judge in the issuing county. Ordering online usually adds a VitalChek convenience fee on top of the state price.
Verified July 2026 from official sources. How we verify fees.
What it costs in Alabama
- Certified birth certificate: $15
- Death certificate (for comparison): $15
- Issuing office: Alabama Department of Public Health, Center for Health Statistics
- Online orders: add a VitalChek processing fee
How to get one
You can order a certified birth certificate from the Alabama Department of Public Health, Center for Health Statistics by mail, in person, or online. You'll need a valid photo ID and, in most states, a qualifying relationship to the person named on the record. Any county health department can issue one same-day; expedite is +$15. Certified marriage copies come from the probate judge in the issuing county. Need a death record too? See our Alabama death certificate cost page.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a birth certificate in Alabama?
A certified copy is $15 from the Alabama Department of Public Health, Center for Health Statistics. Ordering online adds a VitalChek convenience fee.
Where do I get a birth certificate in Alabama?
From the Alabama Department of Public Health, Center for Health Statistics, by mail, in person, or online. Any county health department can issue one same-day; expedite is +$15. Certified marriage copies come from the probate judge in the issuing county.
Can I order a Alabama birth certificate online?
Yes — most orders go through VitalChek, the state's authorized vendor, which adds a processing fee on top of the $15 state price.