Vital Records

The county clerk’s office manages all vital records for Oceana County and makes certified copies available to the public.

Certificate Fees

The first copy is $15 and additional copies of the same record are $5.00 except for birth. It is $6.00.

How to Get Certificates

Online

  • Use the contact form on the right side of the page. In the comment box, please include:
    • Birth
      • Full name of the person on the record.
      • Birthdate.
      • Birthplace.
      • Parents full names and mother’s maiden name.
      • Mailing address that you would like the certificate sent to.
    •  Death
      • Full name of the person on the record.
      • Date of death.
      • Mailing address that you would like the certificate sent to.
    • Marriage
      • Full names of both spouses at the time of marriage.
      • Date of marriage.
      • Mailing address that you would like the certificate sent to.
  • Send a picture of your valid photo ID (e.g., driver’s license, state-issued ID, passport) via email to countyclerk@oceana.mi.us.
    • Please call first if you are unable to produce a valid photo ID. There are alternate documents that may be accepted by the clerk. One photo ID will be required in almost all cases.
  • Pay for vital records online using our secure payment portal.

In Person

  • Complete the vital records request form (PDF).
  • Provide a valid photo ID (e.g., driver’s license, state-issued ID, passport).
  • Cash, debit/credit card, check, and money order payments are accepted.

By Mail

  • Complete the vital records request form (PDF).
  • Include a photocopy of a valid photo ID (e.g., driver’s license, state-issued ID, passport).
  • Check or money order payable to Oceana County Clerk.
  • Mailed requests are processed in 1-2 business days.
  • Send requests to:

Oceana County Clerk
100 S. State Street
Suite M-1
Hart, MI 49420

 

Search Vital Records Online

Vital Records Request Form

Contact the County Clerk

Staff

Amy L. Anderson County Clerk

Melanie A. Coon Chief Deputy Clerk

Kristina Linley Vital Records and Accounts Receivable Clerk

Arlene LaDoux Deputy Clerk

Main Phone: (231) 873-4328

Address Oceana County Building
100 S. State Street, Suite M-1
Hart, MI 49420

Hours Monday - Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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