How Much Is a Birth Certificate in Rhode Island? (2026)
A certified copy of a birth certificate in Rhode Island costs $22 from the Rhode Island Center for Vital Records. In person it's $22, by mail $25; additional copies are $18. 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 Rhode Island
- Certified birth certificate: $22
- Death certificate (for comparison): $22
- Issuing office: Rhode Island Center for Vital Records
- Online orders: add a VitalChek processing fee
How to get one
You can order a certified birth certificate from the Rhode Island Center for 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. In person it's $22, by mail $25; additional copies are $18. Need a death record too? See our Rhode Island death certificate cost page.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a birth certificate in Rhode Island?
A certified copy is $22 from the Rhode Island Center for Vital Records. Ordering online adds a VitalChek convenience fee.
Where do I get a birth certificate in Rhode Island?
From the Rhode Island Center for Vital Records, by mail, in person, or online. In person it's $22, by mail $25; additional copies are $18.
Can I order a Rhode Island birth certificate online?
Yes — most orders go through VitalChek, the state's authorized vendor, which adds a processing fee on top of the $22 state price.