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GoCertificates is your online resource for ordering certified copies of State of California Vital Records. We are committed to getting your birth, death and marriage certificates direct to your door.

Requests for Vital events certificates are directed to and processed by the California Department of Public Health.

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Processing Times

Current processing time for California is 5-7 weeks. Processing begins once you have submitted all required documents through GoCertificates.com.

  • Shipping time is separate from processing time. Add both together for your total expected delivery window.
  • Processing time is determined by the California Department of Public Health, not GoCertificates. Times may vary based on current volume.

Identification Requirements

All applicants must submit a Notarized Sworn Statement and a copy of proof of relationship (if required). After placing your order, you will need to upload your Notarized Sworn Statement and proof of relationship (if required). Your order will only be processed once these items are received along with payment.

Who Can Order a Birth Certificate?

ApplicantDocuments Required for Proof of Relationship
SelfNotarized Sworn Statement
ParentNotarized Sworn Statement
Legal GuardianNotarized Sworn Statement and court documents showing legal guardianship
SpouseNotarized Sworn Statement
Domestic PartnerNotarized Sworn Statement
ChildNotarized Sworn Statement
GrandparentNotarized Sworn Statement
GrandchildNotarized Sworn Statement
SiblingNotarized Sworn Statement
Legal RepresentativeNotarized Sworn Statement
Government Agency (Conducting Official Business)Notarized Sworn Statement
Adoption AgencyNotarized Sworn Statement
Power of AttorneyNotarized Sworn Statement and a copy of the power of attorney or supporting documentation identifying you as executor
Authorized by court orderNotarized Sworn Statement and a copy of the court order

Who Can Order a Death Certificate?

ApplicantDocuments Required for Proof of Relationship
ParentNotarized Sworn Statement
Legal GuardianNotarized Sworn Statement and court documents showing legal guardianship
SpouseNotarized Sworn Statement
Domestic PartnerNotarized Sworn Statement
ChildNotarized Sworn Statement
GrandparentNotarized Sworn Statement
GrandchildNotarized Sworn Statement
SiblingNotarized Sworn Statement
Legal RepresentativeNotarized Sworn Statement
Government Agency (Conducting Official Business)Notarized Sworn Statement
Funeral HomeNotarized Sworn Statement
Power of AttorneyNotarized Sworn Statement and a copy of the power of attorney or supporting documentation identifying you as executor
Authorized by court orderNotarized Sworn Statement and a copy of the court order

Who Can Order a Marriage Certificate?

ApplicantDocuments Required for Proof of Relationship
SelfNotarized Sworn Statement
ParentNotarized Sworn Statement
Legal GuardianNotarized Sworn Statement and court documents showing legal guardianship
SpouseNotarized Sworn Statement
Domestic PartnerNotarized Sworn Statement
ChildNotarized Sworn Statement
GrandparentNotarized Sworn Statement
GrandchildNotarized Sworn Statement
SiblingNotarized Sworn Statement
Legal RepresentativeNotarized Sworn Statement
Government Agency (Conducting Official Business)Notarized Sworn Statement
Adoption AgencyNotarized Sworn Statement
Power of AttorneyNotarized Sworn Statement and a copy of the power of attorney or supporting documentation identifying you as executor
Authorized by court orderNotarized Sworn Statement and a copy of the court order

Have Questions About Your California Order?

Our team is available to help with any questions about ordering your California vital records.

1-800-324-6380 (Option 1)  |  orderprocessing@genesisinfo.com

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