In order to receive a certified copy of a vital record by mail you may click here to print an application form OR submit a letter containing the following information:

 

REQUESTING A BIRTH RECORD

 

1)      Full birth name

2)      Date of birth

3)      Father’s full name

4)      Mother’s full maiden name

5)      Place of event

6)      Relationship to person on record

7)      Reason for needing the copy

8)      Copy of  current ID (driver’s license)

9)      Signature notarized

10)  $15.00 per certified copy

11)  If a sibling is applying for the certified copy for their brother/sister, they need to send a copy of their birth certificate also.

12)  Address where to return certified copy

 

              REQUESTING A MARRIAGE RECORD

 

1)      Groom’s full name

2)      Bride’s full name before marriage

3)      Date of event

4)      Place of event

5)      Relationship to bride/groom

6)      Reason for needing the copy

7)      Copy of ID (driver’s license)

8)      Signature notarized

9)      $15.00 per certified copy

10)  Address where to return certified copy

 

                       REQUESTING A DEATH RECORD

1)      Deceased persons name

2)      Date of death

3)      Place of death

4)      Reason for needing the certified copy

5)      Copy of  current ID (driver’s license)

6)      Relationship to deceased person

7)      Signature notarized

8)      $15.00 per certified copy

9)      Address where to return certified copy

 

 

 

 

If the event occurred North of Montrose, Iowa you will need to send your request to the following address:

 

            Lee County Recorder

            P.O. Box 322

            933 Avenue H

            Fort Madison, Iowa  52627

 

If the event occurred in Montrose, Iowa or South of Montrose, Iowa you will need to send your request to the following address:

 

            Lee County Recorder

            P.O. 160

            25 North 7th Street

            Keokuk, Iowa 52632