How Much Is a Birth Certificate in Arizona? (2026)
A certified copy of a birth certificate in Arizona costs $20 from the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Vital Records. The state office is mail/online only — use a county health department for same-day service. Marriage copies come from the Superior Court clerk. 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 Arizona
- Certified birth certificate: $20
- Death certificate (for comparison): $20
- Issuing office: Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Vital Records
- Online orders: add a VitalChek processing fee
How to get one
You can order a certified birth certificate from the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Vital Records 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. The state office is mail/online only — use a county health department for same-day service. Marriage copies come from the Superior Court clerk. Need a death record too? See our Arizona death certificate cost page.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a birth certificate in Arizona?
A certified copy is $20 from the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Vital Records. Ordering online adds a VitalChek convenience fee.
Where do I get a birth certificate in Arizona?
From the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Vital Records, by mail, in person, or online. The state office is mail/online only — use a county health department for same-day service. Marriage copies come from the Superior Court clerk.
Can I order a Arizona birth certificate online?
Yes — most orders go through VitalChek, the state's authorized vendor, which adds a processing fee on top of the $20 state price.