Center for Vital Records
Rhode Island Department of Health
State office for certified birth, death, and marriage certificates. Rhode Island births from 1960 on can also be pulled at any city or town hall. Bring a government photo ID, or two documents showing your name and current address if you have none.
Who it's for
The person named on the record (18+), their parent, child, spouse, sibling, or legal guardian
How to get in
Schedule an appointment online, visit Simpson Hall on the Pastore Campus, order through VitalChek, or go to any city or town hall
What to bring
Valid government photo ID (or two documents with your name and current address) and the completed application
Services
ID & documents