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If you need a death certificate for a death that occurred less than six months ago in Clackamas County, please follow the steps outlined below.
For events that occurred more than six months ago or in a different county, order a death certificate through the Oregon Health Authority.
Fill out the online form
Pay the fee
Make your payment online. We charge $25 for each copy of the certificate.
Processing times can vary
Most people can expect to receive their certificate within a week. You will get confirmation when the death certificate has shipped.
Fill out the electronic form at the kiosk
Visit the Vital Records office at 2051 Kaen Rd #367 Oregon City, OR 97045 to complete and submit a death certificate order form. Note: You must provide a copy of your current photo ID. See list of valid forms of ID here. Application must be signed by person who is ordering the certificate.
Pay the fee
We charge $25 for each copy of the certificate. We accept cash, credit/debit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover) or check or money order.
Processing times can vary
Most people can expect to receive their certificate within a week, although in-person requests could yield the certificate the same day.
Fill out the online form
Pay the fee
Make your payment online. We charge $25 for each copy of the certificate.
Processing times can vary
Most people can expect to receive their certificate within a week. You will get confirmation when the death certificate has shipped.
Fill out the electronic form at the kiosk
Visit the Vital Records office at 2051 Kaen Rd #367 Oregon City, OR 97045 to complete and submit a death certificate order form. Note: You must provide a copy of your current photo ID. See list of valid forms of ID here. Application must be signed by person who is ordering the certificate.
Pay the fee
We charge $25 for each copy of the certificate. We accept cash, credit/debit card (Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover) or check or money order.
Processing times can vary
Most people can expect to receive their certificate within a week, although in-person requests could yield the certificate the same day.
Keep in Mind/Tips
By law, only immediate family members or legal representatives may order death certificates for another individual. Learn more here.
Death certificates are issued at the Vital Records office during the following dates and times:
- Monday - Thursday: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.