How Many Death Certificates Do I Need in Utah?

This is one of the most common practical questions after a death. Utah sets no required number, but it does set the price, which makes the count worth deciding before you order.

Is there a set number required by Utah?

No. The right number depends on how many banks, insurance companies, and government agencies in your situation each need their own certified copy, not on Utah law.

What will the copies cost in Utah?

County health departments list $30 for the first certified death certificate, and the state fee schedule sets $10 for each additional copy of the same record ordered on the same day. Paying by card adds $0.75 at the state office, and a replacement within 90 days of the original request costs $3. At those rates, ten certified copies would cost $120 in state or agency fees, before any online-vendor or shipping charges.

Does it matter when I order in Utah?

The $10 price for additional copies applies only to the same record ordered on the same day, so order your full number at once.

Which institutions typically require one?

Banks and credit unions, life insurers, retirement account administrators, the Social Security Administration, and the Department of Veterans Affairs (if applicable) are common examples, though your own list depends on your accounts and assets. See our general guide on getting death certificates.

Can I use photocopies instead?

Generally no. Most institutions require an original certified copy, though it’s worth asking each one, since policies occasionally vary.

Where can I order more in Utah?

Local health departments across Utah can issue state-certified records, which can save the wait on the mail. Details on each option are in our guide to getting a death certificate in Utah.

Fees and rules change - confirm current details with the Utah Office of Vital Records and Statistics or a local health department before you send payment.