How Much Is a Birth Certificate in Indiana? (2026)
A certified copy of a birth certificate in Indiana costs $10 from the Indiana Department of Health, Vital Records. County health departments also issue birth and death records, usually at a higher price. Marriage copies come from the county 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 Indiana
- Certified birth certificate: $10
- Death certificate (for comparison): $8
- Issuing office: Indiana Department of Health, Vital Records
- Online orders: add a VitalChek processing fee
How to get one
You can order a certified birth certificate from the Indiana Department of Health, 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. County health departments also issue birth and death records, usually at a higher price. Marriage copies come from the county clerk. Need a death record too? See our Indiana death certificate cost page.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a birth certificate in Indiana?
A certified copy is $10 from the Indiana Department of Health, Vital Records. Ordering online adds a VitalChek convenience fee.
Where do I get a birth certificate in Indiana?
From the Indiana Department of Health, Vital Records, by mail, in person, or online. County health departments also issue birth and death records, usually at a higher price. Marriage copies come from the county clerk.
Can I order a Indiana birth certificate online?
Yes — most orders go through VitalChek, the state's authorized vendor, which adds a processing fee on top of the $10 state price.