Bulloch County Death Index
Bulloch County death records are managed by the Bulloch County Health Department in Statesboro. As one of three offices in the Southeast Health District that issues certified birth and death certificates, the Bulloch County location on West Altman Street handles a steady flow of vital records requests. You can search the Bulloch County death index in person at the health department or order online through state-level services. Georgia's vital records system holds death records from 1919 onward, and the Bulloch County Health Department has full access. This page explains how to get death certificates from Bulloch County, the fees, and all the ways to search.
Bulloch County Death Index Facts
Bulloch County Health Department
The Bulloch County Health Department is the local source for death certificates. Find it at 1 West Altman Street in Statesboro, GA 30458. The phone number is 912-764-5969. Walk in with a valid photo ID and the name and date of death for the person you need. Staff at the vital records desk search the database and can issue certified copies.
Bulloch County is part of the Southeast Health District. The Bulloch County Health Department is one of only three locations in the district that provides certified birth and death certificates. The office also offers amendment and paternity acknowledgement services for vital records. Because of its role as a regional hub, the Bulloch County Health Department sees more foot traffic than many other county offices in the area. Going early in the day helps you avoid the longest waits.
| Office | Bulloch County Health Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 1 West Altman Street, Statesboro, GA 30458 |
| Phone | 912-764-5969 |
| District | Southeast Health District |
Bulloch County Death Certificate Fees
The first certified death certificate from Bulloch County costs $25.00. Additional copies cost $5.00 each if ordered at the same time. O.C.G.A. § 31-10-26 sets these fees for every Georgia county. The Bulloch County Health Department accepts cash, credit cards, debit cards, certified checks, and money orders. Personal checks are not accepted.
People settling an estate or handling insurance matters in Bulloch County often need several copies. Order them during the same visit to get the $5.00 rate. If you come back later, you pay the full $25.00 per copy again.
Note: Bulloch County Health Department staff collect payment before processing your death certificate request.
Search Bulloch County Death Records Online
You can search for Bulloch County death records without going to Statesboro. Georgia's ROVER portal lets you order death certificates online. Make an account, enter the deceased person's details, and submit. Your certified copy comes by mail. ROVER covers all Georgia deaths from 1919 to now.
VitalChek handles online orders with rush delivery for an extra fee. GO Certificates is another approved online service. Both pull Bulloch County records from the state vital records system.
Free resources help with historical Bulloch County death records. The Georgia Archives maintains historical vital records and offers a digital collection from 1919 to 1927 at no charge. The FamilySearch Georgia Death Index covers 1933 to 1998 and is free for anyone doing genealogy in Bulloch County.
Eligibility for Bulloch County Death Certificates
Georgia law restricts who can get a certified death certificate. Under O.C.G.A. § 31-10-15, you must show a direct and tangible interest. Spouses, parents, children, and legal representatives qualify for certified copies from Bulloch County. Funeral directors who handled the arrangements can get copies too. You will need to show proof of your connection at the health department.
Informational copies are available to everyone. They show the same data as certified copies but are marked non-certified. They cannot be used for legal matters. Researchers and genealogists often get informational copies of Bulloch County death records. The Georgia Rules 511-1-3 lay out who qualifies for each type of vital record copy.
Bulloch County Death Records by Mail
Send mail requests for Bulloch County death certificates to the Health Department at 1 West Altman Street, Statesboro, GA 30458. Include a money order or certified check for $25.00. Provide the full name and date of death of the deceased, your relationship, and a copy of your photo ID.
The state takes mail requests at Georgia Department of Public Health, Vital Records, 1680 Phoenix Blvd Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30349. Phone: (404) 679-4702. State processing is 8 to 10 weeks. The Bulloch County Health Department in Statesboro processes local requests more quickly.
Bulloch County Health Dept Page
The Georgia DPH directory for the Bulloch County Health Department shows its address and vital records services.
Review this page to confirm the Bulloch County Health Department details before heading to Statesboro for death records.
Cities in Bulloch County
Statesboro is the largest city in Bulloch County and the county seat. All death certificate requests for Bulloch County go through the health department in Statesboro.
Other communities in Bulloch County include Brooklet, Portal, and Register. Death records for all Bulloch County areas are handled at the health department in Statesboro.
Nearby Counties
Bulloch County is in southeast Georgia. If you cannot find a death record here, one of these neighboring counties may hold it.