How Much Is a Birth Certificate in Michigan? (2026)
A certified copy of a birth certificate in Michigan costs $34 from the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services, Vital Records. The $34 is a search fee that includes one copy; a person 65+ ordering their own birth record pays $14. 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 Michigan
- Certified birth certificate: $34
- Death certificate (for comparison): $34
- Issuing office: Michigan Department of Health & Human Services, Vital Records
- Online orders: add a VitalChek processing fee
How to get one
You can order a certified birth certificate from the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services, 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 $34 is a search fee that includes one copy; a person 65+ ordering their own birth record pays $14. Need a death record too? See our Michigan death certificate cost page.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a birth certificate in Michigan?
A certified copy is $34 from the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services, Vital Records. Ordering online adds a VitalChek convenience fee.
Where do I get a birth certificate in Michigan?
From the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services, Vital Records, by mail, in person, or online. The $34 is a search fee that includes one copy; a person 65+ ordering their own birth record pays $14.
Can I order a Michigan birth certificate online?
Yes — most orders go through VitalChek, the state's authorized vendor, which adds a processing fee on top of the $34 state price.