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

Requests for Vital events certificates are directed to and processed by the Maine DRVS, a division of the Maine Department of Health and Human Services.

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Processing Times

Current processing time for Maine is 5 to 7 business days. 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 Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention, not GoCertificates. Times may vary based on current volume.

Identification Requirements

All applicants must submit a copy of an accepted form of identification and a copy of proof of relationship (if required). After placing your order, you will need to upload an image of your identification and proof of relationship (if required). Your order will only be processed once a legible copy of identification and proof of relationship (if required) are received along with payment.

All applicants must provide a valid photo identification as required.

Personal Details

Submit a copy of 1 of the following:

  • Driver's License
  • Passport
  • Government issued photo identification

Acceptable Forms of ID

You must submit at least 2 forms of secondary IDs from the following list:

  • Utility Bill
  • Bank Statement
  • Vehicle Registration
  • Income Tax Return
  • Personal Check with Address
  • A previously issued vital record or marriage certificate
  • Letter from government agency requesting record (DHHS, WIC)
  • Department of Corrections ID card
  • Social Security Card
  • DD-214
  • Hospital Birth Worksheet
  • License/rental agreement
  • Paystub
  • W-2
  • Voter Registration Card
  • Disability award from SSA
  • Medicare or Medicaid Card
  • School or Employee photo ID

Who Can Order a Birth Certificate?

Applicant Documents Required for Proof of Relationship
Self Valid Photo Identification
Spouse/Registered Domestic Partner Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Parent Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Legal Guardian Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Descendant Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Legal Representative Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Genealogist with research card issued by Maine Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents

Who Can Order a Death Certificate?

Applicant Documents Required for Proof of Relationship
Spouse/Registered Domestic Partner Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Parent Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Legal Guardian Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Descendant Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Legal Representative Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents
Genealogist with research card issued by Maine Valid Photo Identification and supporting documents

Have Questions About Your Maine Order?

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

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

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