Search For Birth, Death, or Marriage Records
In Person
- A certified copy OR an official statement that the desired record is not on file (Negative Statement) - $18.00 each
By Mail
- A 10-year search including one certified copy OR an official statement that the desired record is not on file (Negative Statement) - $28.00 each
Expedited Mail (Two week service)
- Mail orders requesting expedited two week service - $37.00 each
By Credit Card (Two week service)
Visa, Master Card, American Express or Discover card - $45.00 for first copy
Request ordered by phone, fax or internet through Vitalchek system (includes a $8.00 Vitalchek fee).- Additional copies ordered at the same time by phone through the Vitalchek system - $37.00 each
Credit Card Order Delivery Options
- UPS next day shipping - $16.50
- UPS second day shipping - $9.50
- International UPS fees- Call to inquire
Researching Vital Records in Person at the State Registry
- Individuals performing their own research at the Registry - $9.00 per hour
Amendents
- Amending existing vital record documents - $50.00 per amendment
This information is provided by the Massachusetts Registry of Vital Records and Statistics within the Department of Public Health.