Acceptable Proofs of Eligibility
Determine which document will best prove a customer’s eligibility to obtain a copy of a birth or death certificate based on their relationship to the person named in the certificate.
Acceptable Proofs of Identity
One government issued documents (must contain photo, full name, and date of birth) that is current or expired less than 60 days or at least two alternative documents (must contain matching first and last names and addresses, or in combination contains full name, date of birth, and photograph).
Vital Records Tips
- If the date of death was less than 1 year ago, contact the funeral home as they may be able to help you order the certificates.
- Plan on AT LEAST 10 minutes to go through the process. Reviewing required documentation before starting the order will help speed up the process.
- You will need an email address in order to set up a VitalChek account.
- You will need to be able to upload pictures or scans of documents to prove identity and relationship.
- You will need a credit or debit card to purchase the certificate. Asotin County Health District does not accept cash for certificates. All payment is done on VitalChek.
- You will need to know the date and city of birth or the date and county of death.
- The Clarkston Downtown Library has people who can assist you with the process. Call them at 509.758.5454 to set up an appointment.
- Next of kin can get one (1) free copy of a death certificate for a Veteran. Must provide proof of service.
- Ordering through the funeral home (when eligible) removes the VitalChek Fee ($11.50).
If the date of death was less than 1 year ago, contact the funeral home as they may be able to help you order the certificates.
| Fee Schedule | Cost |
|---|---|
| Birth Certificate | $25.00 |
| Death Cerificate | $25.00 |
| Priority Overnight Delivery | $30.00 |
| VitalChek Express UPS Fee | $19.00 |
| 3 Day Delivery | $20.00 |
| USPS Delivery | FREE |
| Same Day Service Fee | $10.00 |
| Death Certificate Replacement Fee | $10.00 |
| VitalChek Fee | $11.50 |
Order Certificates and Pick Them Up at Asotin County Health District
All certificates must be ordered through VitalChek. You can pick the certificate up yourself Monday-Thursday from 9 am-4 pm instead of waiting for it to be mailed.
Death certificates for2018-present can be ordered for pick up. Birth certificates for people who were born in Asotin County can be picked up. All other others must be mailed.
You will still submit documents online to verify relationship and identity and pay for the certificate online using a debit card or credit card. The certificates are the same cost as using mail delivery.
Certificates will be available to pick up within 2 business days. You will get a notification when the certificate is ready for pick up.
You must show identification when picking up the certificate(s). If you ordered the certificates and someone else will be picking them up, call Asotin County Health District at 509-243-3344 to let us know.
Any certificates not picked up within 5 business days will be mailed via USPS.
Order Certificates and Have Them Mailed to You
All certificates must be ordered through VitalChek. Certificates will be mailed to you. You can have the certificates mailed for free through USPS or faster shipping for an additional fee.
You will be required to prove your identity in order to order a certificate. This is to protect privacy and ensure only qualified applicants can get the certificates.
You will need to show proof of identity and proof of relationship. Carefully review the required documentation before starting your order.
Online orders are processed through VitalChek
VitalChek is the ONLY contracted and approved third-party vendor. Other third-party companies charge customers high fees to “process” or “help apply” for vital record certificates. If you ordered through one of these companies, you can file a consumer complaint online at Washington State Attorney General Consumer Protection Division, or call the Consumer Resource Center Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 206.464.6684 or 800.551.4636 (Washington state only).