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Death Certificates

Florida Department of Health in Monroe County

The Florida Department of Health in Monroe County can distribute Death certificates issued in Florida from 2009 to current date.

Death certificates WITH cause of death is limited to the decedent’s family members, guardians and beneficiaries. Documentation is needed.

Death certificates WITHOUT cause of death are distributed to anyone 18 and over with valid identification.

Cost is $16 per copy. Payment can be made with cash, check or money order either in person or by mail. Payment can be made with a credit card in person, but not by mail.

Anyone requesting a copy of a death certificate must complete an application and present a valid form of ID, such as a driver's license or passport.

 

Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays. The office can be reached at 305-676-3840.

Download the Application for a Florida Death Record

Applications can be mailed to: 

Florida Department of Health in Monroe County
Attention: Vital Statistics
1100 Simonton St. 
Key West, FL 33040 

 

Death records can only be obtained at the Florida Department of Health.