Garwood, MT · Union County
Application for Genealogical Certification or Certified Copy of a Vital Record
This application requests a genealogical certification or certified copy of an older birth, marriage, or death record from the city.
What this form is
Use this application to request a genealogical certification or certified copy of a birth, marriage, or death record that meets the age requirements listed on the form. It asks for the requestor’s contact information, relationship to the person on the record, reason for the request, and record details. Applicants must include identification and payment; requests for certified copies also require proof of relationship.
Who needs it
People requesting an eligible older birth, marriage, or death record for genealogical or other listed reasons should complete this application.
How to submit it
All genealogy applications must be filed by mail with copies of the completed application, valid proof of identity, payment, and any required proof of relationship. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This application is signed without a notary; a notarized letter is required only if you request mailing to an address different from the address on your ID.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the application for a genealogical certification or certified copy of a vital record.
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Complete the Application
Enter your contact information, request reason, relationship to the person on the record, and the available birth, marriage, or death details.
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Gather Required Documents
Include copies of valid proof of identity, payment, and proof of relationship when requesting a certified copy.
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Mail the Application
File the application by mail with copies of the required documents. Check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the genealogical vital record application?
- No. The application is signed without a notary. A notarized letter is required only if you ask for the record to be mailed to an address different from the one on your ID.
- How do I submit the application?
- The instructions say all genealogy applications must be filed by mail. Include copies of the completed application, valid proof of identity, payment, and proof of relationship if requesting a certified copy.
- What identification and relationship documents are required?
- Include copies of valid proof of identity. For a certified copy, also provide proof that establishes an eligible relationship or another qualifying basis listed in the instructions.
- Which records can I request with this application?
- The form covers births occurring more than 80 years ago, marriages more than 50 years ago, and deaths more than 40 years ago, subject to the conditions stated on the form.
Need something notarized?
This Application for Genealogical Certification or Certified Copy of a Vital Record doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Garwood form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.