How Much Is a Birth Certificate in Kentucky? (2026)
A certified copy of a birth certificate in Kentucky costs $10 from the Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics. Death, marriage, and divorce records are $6 each; online orders add a VitalChek surcharge. 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 Kentucky
- Certified birth certificate: $10
- Death certificate (for comparison): $6
- Issuing office: Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics
- Online orders: add a VitalChek processing fee
How to get one
You can order a certified birth certificate from the Kentucky Office of Vital 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. Death, marriage, and divorce records are $6 each; online orders add a VitalChek surcharge. Need a death record too? See our Kentucky death certificate cost page.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a birth certificate in Kentucky?
A certified copy is $10 from the Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics. Ordering online adds a VitalChek convenience fee.
Where do I get a birth certificate in Kentucky?
From the Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics, by mail, in person, or online. Death, marriage, and divorce records are $6 each; online orders add a VitalChek surcharge.
Can I order a Kentucky 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.