How Much Is a Birth Certificate in Minnesota? (2026)
A certified copy of a birth certificate in Minnesota costs $26 from the Minnesota Department of Health, Office of Vital Records. Additional birth copies are $19 and death $6; marriage and divorce records come from the county, not the state. 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 Minnesota
- Certified birth certificate: $26
- Death certificate (for comparison): $13
- Issuing office: Minnesota Department of Health, Office of Vital Records
- Online orders: add a VitalChek processing fee
How to get one
You can order a certified birth certificate from the Minnesota Department of Health, Office 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. Additional birth copies are $19 and death $6; marriage and divorce records come from the county, not the state. Need a death record too? See our Minnesota death certificate cost page.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a birth certificate in Minnesota?
A certified copy is $26 from the Minnesota Department of Health, Office of Vital Records. Ordering online adds a VitalChek convenience fee.
Where do I get a birth certificate in Minnesota?
From the Minnesota Department of Health, Office of Vital Records, by mail, in person, or online. Additional birth copies are $19 and death $6; marriage and divorce records come from the county, not the state.
Can I order a Minnesota birth certificate online?
Yes — most orders go through VitalChek, the state's authorized vendor, which adds a processing fee on top of the $26 state price.