Washington Death Records

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

Requesting Washington Death Certificates

If you need a Washington death record for a loved one, then you will need to contact one of three departments. For deaths that have occurred in the current or previous month, you can contact the local health department in the county where the death occurred. If the death occurred more than two months ago but after 1907, then you can contact the Center for Health Statistics. However, if you are looking for genealogical information for deaths occurring prior to 1907, you will need to contact the Washington State Archives.

Ordering A Record Through The Center For Health Statistics

Most Washington death records will be ordered through the Center for Health Statistics. The Center suggests ordering your record by mail, but you can also place a request in person, by phone, and online.

Ordering Limitations

To place an order for Washington death records, you will need to complete an application, sign it, and return it with the appropriate payment. Failure to complete the application fully or include the proper payment could delay the processing of your request.