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Death Records

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Appointments are required for death records.
Walk-in service is not available.
Call 651-266-1333 to schedule an appointment.
We will continue to process death record requests by mail.

Request death records by mail

Complete the following steps to request a death record by mail.

Determine if you have tangible interest.
Print and complete the type of death record application you need: Certified or Noncertified.
Have your signature notarized.
If you do NOT have a current (unexpired) identification card, enclose a notarized copy of the Statement to Identify Certified Death Record Applicant.
Enclose $13 check or money order payable to Ramsey County (additional copies of the same record are $6).

Mail to
Saint Paul – Ramsey County Public Health
Attention: Vital Records (Death)
555 Cedar Street
Saint Paul, MN 55101