How Many Death Certificates Do I Need in Vermont?

This is one of the most common practical questions after a death. Vermont 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 Vermont?

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 Vermont law.

What will the copies cost in Vermont?

Certified copies cost $10 per certificate, so every copy costs the same, and ordering online adds a $2 processing fee. Noncertified copies, printed on plain paper with a watermark, are free. At those rates, ten certified copies would cost $100 in state or agency fees, before any online-vendor or shipping charges.

Does it matter when I order in Vermont?

Every certified copy costs $10 whether you order one or ten, so there is no price break for ordering together.

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 Vermont?

Any town clerk in Vermont can issue a certified copy in person, which avoids the online processing fee and the wait. Details on each option are in our guide to getting a death certificate in Vermont.

Fees and rules change - confirm current details with the Vermont Department of Health or a town clerk before you send payment.