Washington D.C. Death Records

To begin, add a death record or view a list of locations and resources for Washington D.C. death records.

Requesting Washington D.C. Death Records

For deaths occurring in Washington D.C., Washington D.C. death records can be requested from the Washington D.C. Department of Health. The Department only handles records for deaths that occurred in the District of Columbia.

Ordering Your Record

The only way to request Washington D.C. death records is to make a request by mail. The application and all information on how to make a request is available on the Washington D.C. Department of Health’s website.

Who Can Place An Order?

Washington D.C. death records are considered confidential and can only be accessed by certain parties. To make a request, you must be an immediate family member, legal representative, or legal guardian.