LexisNexis VitalChek Network Inc. is a government-approved organization, so you don’t have to worry about hidden charges, inflated prices, or the security of your personal data when ordering official Alameda County death record copies. As America’s #1 resource for official government-issued vital records, VitalChek offers the convenience of secure credit card processing, rush delivery and 24-hour customer service.

VitalChek is your direct connection for ordering official Alameda County death record copies online from Alameda County Vital Records. An official death record copy issued through our service typically has a raised or stamped seal and/or special security paper, depending on the issuing state’s requirements.

For your enhanced security, selecting an express delivery service, such as UPS or FedEx, when ordering official Alameda County death record copies is recommended. Choosing an express delivery service provides the ability to track your shipment from the time it’s sent by Alameda County Vital Records to the time it reaches your door, as well as providing insurance should your delivery be lost or damaged in transit.

To order copies of Alameda County death certificates online, you must have a valid Mastercard, Visa, American Express or Discover Card. You may order Alameda County death certificates through VitalChek's fax service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week . Your fax must contain the following information: a valid Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover card number and expiration date; the full name of the decedent; the date of death; the place where the death occurred; your relationship to the decedent; reason for request; daytime telephone number; whether you desire delivery by regular mail or express carrier; and the street address to which the certificate should be sent; and the sworn statement. If requesting an Authorized copy you must also complete the Certificate of Acknowledgment. Please note that most express carriers will not deliver to a PO box. You may inquire as to the shipping and handling fees for regular, international, or Saturday deliveries by calling VitalChek. You may order copies of Alameda County death certificates by mail or in person at the Alameda County Recorder. If you apply by mail, your request must include: the full name of the decedent; the date of death; the place where the death occurred; your relationship to the decedent; a daytime telephone number; and the address where the record should be sent; and the sworn statement. If requesting an Authorized copy you must also complete the Certificate of Acknowledgment. If you desire further information on applying in person or by mail, you should call the County Recorder.

NOTICE: Although VitalChek attempts to include accurate and up-to-date information on this site, state and agency information is subject to change without notice. VitalChek makes no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of the information herein and assumes no liability with respect to such information.

An official Alameda County death record copy is generally required documentation for collecting death benefits or claiming insurance proceeds. Other valid purposes for an official death record copy include:

	Completing a Final Tax Return
	Replacement of a Lost or Stolen Certificate
	Social Security Notification
	Assuming Control of Family Assets Held in the Deceased’s Name
	Probating a Will

In addition to certified death record copies, Alameda County Vital Records also issues certified copies of Birth Certificates and Marriage Records for events that occurred within Alameda County. You may order copies of Alameda County Vital Records through VitalChek on an expedited basis.