What records can I request with this application?

The application covers non-genealogical birth, marriage, death, civil union, and domestic partnership records. It lets you request a certification or a certified copy.

What must I provide with my application?

The instructions require a completed application, valid proof of identity, and payment. A request for a certified copy also requires proof of eligibility to receive the record.

Do I need a notary for the vital records application?

No. This application is signed and dated without a notary. A separate notarized letter is required only if you want records mailed to an address different from the address on your ID.

How do I submit the vital records application?

Mail or bring it to the Fort Lee Health Department at 309 Main Street, Fort Lee, NJ 07024. The form lists Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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No notary required

Non-Genealogical Vital Records Copy Application

Fort Lee residents and eligible requestors use this application to request a certification or certified copy of a non-genealogical vital record.

What this form is

Use this application to request a certification or certified copy of a non-genealogical birth, marriage, death, civil union, or domestic partnership record. It asks for the requestor’s contact information and relationship to the person on the record, details about the record, and the number of copies requested. Submit a completed application with valid proof of identity and payment; certified-copy requests also require proof of eligibility.

Who needs it

Anyone requesting a certification or certified copy of a non-genealogical vital record from Fort Lee should complete this application.

How to submit it

Mail or bring the completed application to the Fort Lee Health Department, 309 Main Street, Fort Lee, NJ 07024; the form lists Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; requests to mail records to an address other than the ID address require a separate notarized letter.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Fort Lee application for a certification or certified copy of a non-genealogical vital record.
2
Complete The Application
Enter your contact and relationship information, record details, and the number of copies requested.
3
Gather Required Items
Include valid proof of identity and payment. For a certified copy, include proof of eligibility.
4
Submit To The Health Department
Mail or bring the application to 309 Main Street, Fort Lee, NJ 07024.

Frequently asked questions

What records can I request with this application?: The application covers non-genealogical birth, marriage, death, civil union, and domestic partnership records. It lets you request a certification or a certified copy.
What must I provide with my application?: The instructions require a completed application, valid proof of identity, and payment. A request for a certified copy also requires proof of eligibility to receive the record.
Do I need a notary for the vital records application?: No. This application is signed and dated without a notary. A separate notarized letter is required only if you want records mailed to an address different from the address on your ID.
How do I submit the vital records application?: Mail or bring it to the Fort Lee Health Department at 309 Main Street, Fort Lee, NJ 07024. The form lists Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Need something notarized?

This Non-Genealogical Vital Records Copy Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Fort Lee form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.