Death Records in Alachua County, FL

Where to get them

Official government sources

The authoritative record holders — straight from the source, no middleman. Many are free; where a standard government fee applies, it’s shown.

• Florida Vital Statistics (Florida Department of Health)Official

  Order birth and death certificates from the Florida Department of Health Bureau of Vital Statistics, the official state vital records office.

  3-5 business days by mail$9 (short form)Online, mail, in personEligible person; valid photo ID

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• Alachua County Clerk / RegistrarOfficial · Free

  Marriage licenses and many local vital records are filed with the Alachua County, FL County Clerk or Registrar — often the fastest source for Alachua County records.

• CDC — Where to Write for Vital RecordsOfficial · Free

  The CDC's National Center for Health Statistics lists each state's vital-records office, fees, and requirements for birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates (free).