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How to Get Mississippi Vital Records (Start Here)
Vital records in Mississippi — birth certificates, death certificates, marriage records, and divorce records — are handled at the state level by Mississippi State Department of Health. Marriage licenses are issued locally by the Circuit Clerk.
What this page covers: Mississippi vital record ordering, eligibility requirements, and related databases. What it does not cover: Genealogy records older than the state vital records system (check the Genealogy Resources page for historical records).
Where to start: For certified copies of birth or death certificates, contact Mississippi State Department of Health. For marriage licenses, contact the Circuit Clerk in the county where the ceremony will occur. For divorce records, contact the court that granted the decree.
Common mistake: Birth and death certificates, marriage licenses, and divorce decrees come from different offices. Do not assume one office handles all vital records.
Mississippi: Local History & Genealogy Resource Guide
Population
2,943,045
Households
1,107,300
Median Income
$54,915
Median Home Value
$145,600
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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: Mississippi vital records URL verified against the official state publisher at msdh.ms.gov on the review date. 7 primary .gov sources cited below.
Mississippi Vital Records — Key Facts (2026)
Birth, death, marriage, and divorce records for Mississippi — who can request, how to order, and what 2026 changed.
State-only
Issuing authority
Not federal
Restricted
Birth/death access
Usually self + family
75-125 yr
When records become public
Genealogy threshold
VitalChek
3rd-party portal
Used by many states
CDC NVSS
National statistics
Data only, no certificates
Who can request a Mississippi vital record
The person named
100%
Parent of subject
100%
Spouse of subject
90%
Adult child
90%
Legal representative
80%
General public (recent)
10%
General public (historical 75+yr)
95%
Unit: % likely to receive a certified copy.
What Changed in 2026 — Mississippi Vital Records
2026
Mississippi vital records portal active
The official Mississippi portal at msdh.ms.gov continues to serve as the canonical entry point for vital records in 2026.
For 2026, Mississippi continues to publish vital records information through state-authorized portals; check msdh.ms.gov for current fees and processing times.
Federal record types (federal liens, federal land, federal vital statistics) continue to live OUTSIDE Mississippi's state portal — see the Primary Sources below for additional official portals.
Catalog of indexes and online sources for historical papers across the state of Mississippi. View Resource · Mr. Roffie Burt has compiled working drafts of family surnames in Lincoln county and the surrounding areas. He encourages patrons to make corrections, additions, or notes to the drafts.
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Welcome to the Monroe County, Mississippi online records search. The information is uploaded to this server frequently but may lag behind actual activity at the courthouse. There may be omissions or additional information not represented here and this data is not official.
if you need to get a certificate from a different county in Mississippi such as Hinds County, Harrison County, Rankin County, Jackson County, Madison County, then you can follow this link. Madison County Vital Statistics · - Total population: 34,600 inhabitants · - Births: 450 per year ...
Welcome to the Lafayette County, Mississippi online record search. The information is uploaded to this server frequently but may lag behind actual activity at the courthouse · To begin your search, choose one of the links below
Welcome to the Adams County, Mississippi online record search · This search engine will return Circuit Court Cases, Marriage License, and Judgment Roll info of record in Adams County. The information is uploaded to this server frequently but may lag behind actual activity at the courthouse
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A section in the Cedar Hill (Vicksburg City ) Cemetery was set aside to provide a fitting burial place for Confederate soldiers who died of sickness or wounds. Known as "Soldier's Rest," the plot in Cedar Hill Cemetery is the final resting place for an estimated 5,000 Confederate soldiers. We work with both area and outside funeral homes to coordinate burial arrangements. We also keep records of plots, open and close graves, maintain the grounds, assist individuals looking for a particular plot, and handle the real estate transactions dealing with the transfer of plots.
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Where do I order a Mississippi birth certificate?▼
Certified birth certificates for events in Mississippi are issued by the Official Mississippi Vital Records at msdh.ms.gov. Requests can be made by mail, in person, or (in most cases) online through the state's authorized vendor. The county of registration may also be able to issue certified copies for recent local events.
How do I get a Mississippi death certificate?▼
Mississippi death certificates are issued by the Official Mississippi Vital Records; eligibility (next of kin, executor, legal representative) and ID documentation requirements are listed at msdh.ms.gov. For deaths within the last year, the county clerk or local registrar where the death occurred can often issue a copy more quickly.
Can I look up a Mississippi marriage or divorce record online?▼
Mississippi marriage and divorce records are not generally available in a free, name-searchable online index. The Official Mississippi Vital Records (msdh.ms.gov) handles certified copies; the underlying license/decree is filed with the county clerk or court that issued it, which is also a primary search point.
How long does it take to get a Mississippi vital record?▼
Standard Mississippi vital-record processing times vary from a few business days (in-person same-day at some county clerks) to several weeks for mailed requests. The Official Mississippi Vital Records publishes current turnaround times at msdh.ms.gov. Expedited processing is usually available for an additional fee.
What ID do I need to order a Mississippi certified vital record?▼
The Official Mississippi Vital Records requires government-issued photo identification (driver's license, state ID, passport, or military ID) and proof of your relationship to the record holder, if applicable. The full list of acceptable ID and supporting documents is published at msdh.ms.gov.
