Alabama Death Index by County
Alabama has 67 counties, each with a health department that can issue death certificates through the statewide ViSION system. Select a county below to find local office details, contact information, fees, and resources for requesting death records in that area.
All 67 Alabama Counties
How County Health Departments Work
Every county health department in Alabama connects to the ViSION system, which stands for Vital Statistics Image Oriented Network. This statewide database went live in all 67 counties in June 1996. It means you can request a death certificate from any county office, not just the county where the death occurred.
When you visit a county health department to request a death certificate, staff will search the ViSION system for the record. If found, they can print a certified copy while you wait. This usually takes 15 to 30 minutes. All county offices charge the same state-set fees: $15 for a search with one certified copy, and $6 for each additional copy ordered at the same time.
Note: Some larger counties operate their health departments separately from the state system. Jefferson County and Mobile County have their own health departments, but they still use ViSION for vital records.
Search Death Records
Use the search tool below to find death records in Alabama.