Where do I obtain a birth or death record for someone in New York State, but not in the City of Albany or New York City?

Records may be obtained from the local registrar of the city where the event took place. You can also search for records from the New York State Department of Health.

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1. What is the fee for a certified copy of a birth or death record?
2. Who is eligible to obtain a birth or death certificate copy?
3. How long will it take to get the certified copy from Vital Statistics?
4. Where do I obtain a birth or death record for someone born in New York City?
5. Where do I obtain a birth or death record for someone in New York State, but not in the City of Albany or New York City?
6. How do I get a birth or death record outside of New York State?
7. Where can I obtain information from my birth record if I am adopted?