Registry: Birth, death, and marriage

We have information on how to get a birth certificate, how to get a death certificate, how to get a marriage certificate, and how to get married.

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For certified copies of Boston birth, death, and marriage certificates with a raised seal, you can apply online, by mail, or in person. To file for a marriage license, review our how to get married in Boston page.

For questions, please call 617-635-4175 or email registry@boston.gov.

Contact

617-635-4175
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1 City Hall Square
Room 213

Boston, MA 02201-2006
United States
Office hours

Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Closed holidays (see our online options)
Vital records

For certified copies of Boston birth, death, and marriage certificates with a raised seal, apply online, by mail, or in person.

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Paul Chong

Boston Registrar

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Contact

617-635-4175
send an email
1 City Hall Square
Room 213

Boston, MA 02201-2006
United States
Office hours

Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Closed holidays (see our online options)
Vital records

For certified copies of Boston birth, death, and marriage certificates with a raised seal, apply online, by mail, or in person.