Register of Deeds

Wisconsin law requires that applications for copies of birth certificates include both a signature and the appropriate fees. Therefore, the Register of Deeds Office cannot accept applications through this Web site, by e-mail, or by telephone. This applies to both information from and copies of birth certificates.

You can apply for a copy of a birth certificate two ways: in person, or by mail. If you still have questions after reading the information below, please contact us.

In Person:

You can apply in person for a copy of a birth certificate at 800 Clermont Street, Antigo, Wisconsin. The Register of Deeds office is open from 8:30 A.M. until 4:30 P.M. (C.S.T.), Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays.

Applications are available in our office or you may fill out the birth certificate application form (PDF) and bring with you.

Identification is required to pick up certified copies of vital records in person. The acceptable forms of identification are:

Requires ONE of the following:

Wisconsin driver’s license with photo

Wisconsin I.D. with photo

Out -of-state driver's license /I.D. with photo

Requires TWO of the following:

Government-issued employee I.D. badge with photo

U.S. passport

Checkbook/bankbook,

Major credit card

Health insurance card

Recent dated, signed lease

Utility bill or traffic ticket

All forms of identification must show your current name and address. Expired cards or documents will not be accepted.

You do not have to present identification if the certificate copies are mailed to you. There is no additional charge for postage.

The cost for the record if found, is $20.00. Additional copies of the same record, purchased at the same time as the first, are $3.00 each. The cost is the same whether you request a certified or uncertified copy of the birth certificate.

By Mail:

Applications for copies of birth certificates should be mailed to:

800 Clermont Street

Antigo, WI 54409

Please use the birth certificate application form (PDF), or contact us and we can fax a form.

Incomplete or unsigned forms will be returned unprocessed.

The cost for the record is $20.00. Additional copies of the same record, requested at the same time as the first, are $3.00 each. The cost is the same whether you request a certified or an uncertified copy of the birth certificate.

You must enclose a personal check or money order made payable to the Register of Deeds Office. Please do not send cash.

Please include a self-addressed, stamped, business-size envelope with your request.

What is a certified copy of a birth certificate?

A certified copy of a birth certificate issued by the Register of Deeds Office will have a raised seal, will show the signature of the Register of Deeds, and will be printed on security paper. A certified copy is required to obtain a state-issued driver’s license or identification, a passport, or insurance benefits, or to travel to some foreign countries.

State law restricts who may obtain a certified copy of a birth certificate. A certified copy may be issued to:

· The person named on the record,

· The spouse of the person named on the record,

· A parent of the person named on the record,

· A child of the person named on the record,

· A grandparent of the person named on the record,

· A person authorized in writing by one of the above. The written authorization must accompany the request and the relationship of the authorizing party to the subject on the record must be clearly explained, or

· A person who can demonstrate that the record is required to protect a personal or property right.

If you do not meet one of the above Criteria, you cannot receive a certified copy of a birth certificate.

How do I obtain an apostille for a birth certificate?

An apostille is a specific authenticating certificate that is required by certain countries. In Wisconsin, an apostille is issued by the Office of The Wisconsin Secretary of State. Information on how to obtain an apostille is available on the web site of the Office of the Secretary of State at http://www.sos.state.wi.us/apostilles.htm or by calling (608) 266-5503.

How do I get a copy of a pre-adoptive birth certificate?

Once an adoption has taken place, the original birth certificated and the accompanying paperwork are impounded and can only be released by court order or through the Adoption Search Program is available on the Internet at http://dhfs.wisconsin.gov/children/adoption/adsearch.htm or by calling (608) 266-7163.

How do I request a birth certificate if the birth occurred in another state or country?

The Wisconsin Vital Records Office has certificates only for births that occurred in Wisconsin or for Foreign-born children who were adopted in Wisconsin. You can find information on obtaining certificates from other states or U.S. territories on the Internet at http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/howto/w2w/w2welcom.htm .

For information on obtaining birth documentation for a birth that occurred outside of the United States or U.S. territories, you can find information an the sites listed below:

If you are requesting a copy of a birth certificate on file in the country of birth, you may contact the U.S. Embassy in that country or that country’s consulate located in the United States.

Reminder: This document will most likely be completed in the official language of the country of birth.

Addresses and telephone numbers for consular offices in the U.S. can be found on the Internet at http://www.state.gov/s/cpr/rls/fco .

For U.S. citizens born abroad, if you need a replacement copy of the Consular Report of Birth Abroad of a Citizen of the United States of America, you can find information at the following U.S. Department of State Web site: http://travel.state.gov/family/family_issues/birth/birth_593.html .

How can I contact the Langlade County Register of Deeds Office directly?

If you have a question that is not answered on this Web site, please contact us directly in one of the following ways:

· E-Mail: Our e-mail address is http://www.co.langlade.wi.us/registerofdeeds.htm

· Telephone: To contact our office during the hours of 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.

· (C.S.T.), Monday through Friday, please call (715) 627-6209

· Mail: Our mailing address is Langlade County Register of Deeds Office, 800 Clermont Street, Antigo, WI 54409-1947

How can I protect myself against identity theft?

The new Wisconsin Office of Privacy Protection (exit DHS) can help you learn how to protect yourself against identity theft. It can also provide help if you have been victimized. The Office of Privacy Protection is a joint effort of the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection and the Department of Financial institutions.

On the Web: http://privacy.wi.gov (exit DHS) Telephone: 1-800-422-7128.

Request for a Death Certificate

How do I request copies of death certificates?
How do I obtain an apostille for a death certificate?
How do I obtain a death certificated if the death occurred in another state or country?

How do I request copies of death certificates?

Wisconsin law requires that applications for copies of death certificates include both a signature and the appropriate fees. Therefore, the Register of Deeds Office cannot accept applications through this Web site, by e-mail, or by telephone. This applies to both information from and copies of death certificates.

You can apply for a copy of a death certificate two ways: in person, or by mail. If you still have questions after reading the information below, please contact us.

In Person:

You can apply in person for a copy of a death certificate at 800 Clermont Street, Antigo, Wisconsin. The Register of Deeds office is open from 8:30 A.M. until 4:30 P.M. (C.S.T.), Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays.

Applications are available in our office or you may fill out the death certificate application form (PDF) and bring with you.

Identification is required to pick up certified copies of vital records in person. The acceptable forms of identification are:

Requires ONE of the following:

Wisconsin driver’s license with photo

Wisconsin I.D. with photo

Out -of-state driver's license /I.D. with photo

Requires TWO of the following:

Government-issued employee I.D. badge with photo

U.S. passport

Checkbook/bankbook,

Major credit card

Health insurance card

Recent dated, signed lease

Utility bill or traffic ticket

All forms of identification must show your current name and address. Expired cards or documents will not be accepted.

You do not have to present identification if the certificate copies are mailed to you. There is no additional charge for postage.

The cost for the record is $20.00. Additional copies of the same record, purchased at the same time as the first, are $3.00 each. The cost is the same whether you request a certified or uncertified copy of the death certificate.

By Mail:

Applications for copies of death certificates should be mailed to:

800 Clermont Street

Antigo, WI 54409-1947

Please use the death certificate application form (PDF), or request an application by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope to the above address:

Incomplete or unsigned forms will be returned unprocessed.

You must enclose a personal check or money order made payable to the Register of Deeds Office. Please do not send cash.

Please include a self-addressed, stamped, business-size envelope with your request.

What is a certified copy of a death certificate?

A certified copy of a death certificate issued by our office will have a raised seal, will show the signature of the Register of Deeds, and will be printed on security paper. A certified copy may be required to settle an estate or claim insurance benefits.

State law restricts who may obtain a certified copy of a birth certificate. A certified copy may be issued to:

· The person named on the record,

· The spouse of the person named on the record,

· A parent of the person named on the record,

· A child of the person named on the record,

· A grandparent of the person named on the record,

· A person who can demonstrate that the record is required to protect a personal or property right.

If you do not meet one of the above criteria, you cannot receive a certified copy of a death certificate.

How do I obtain an apostille for a death certificate?

How do I request a death certificate if the death occurred in another state or country?

The Wisconsin Vital Records Office has certificates only for deaths that occurred in Wisconsin. You can find information on obtaining certificates from other states or U.S. territories on the Internet at http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/howto/w2w/w2welcom.htm .

For information on obtaining death documentation for a death that occurred outside of the United States or U.S. territories, you can find information an the sites listed below:

If you are requesting a copy of a death certificate on file in that country, you may contact the U.S. Embassy in that country or that country’s consulate located in the United States.

Reminder: This document will most likely be completed in the official language of the country of death.

Addresses and telephone numbers for consular offices in the U.S. can be found on the Internet at http://www.state.gov/s/cpr/rls/fco .

If the decedent was a U.S. citizen at the time of death and you are requesting a copy of the Consular Report of Death, you can find information at the following U.S. Department of State Web site: http://travel.state.gov/family/family_issues/death/death_600.html .

Request for a Marriage Certificate

How do I request copies of marriage certificates?
How do I obtain an apostille for a marriage certificate?
How do I obtain a marriage certificate if the marriage occurred in another state or country?

How do I request copies of marriage certificates?

Wisconsin law requires that applications for copies of marriage certificates include both a signature and the appropriate fees. Therefore, the Register of Deeds Office cannot accept applications through this Web site, by e-mail, or by telephone. This applies to both information from and copies of marriage certificates.

You can apply for a copy of a marriage certificate two ways: in person, or by mail. If you still have questions after reading the information below, please contact us.

In Person:

You can apply in person for a copy of a marriage certificate at 800 Clermont Street, Antigo, Wisconsin. The Register of Deeds office is open from 8:30 A.M. until 4:30 P.M. (C.S.T.), Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays.

Applications are available in our office or you may fill out the marriage application form (PDF) and bring with you.

Identification is required to pick up certified copies of vital records in person. The acceptable forms of identification are:

Requires ONE of the following:

Wisconsin driver’s license with photo

Wisconsin I.D. with photo

Out -of-state driver's license /I.D. with photo

Requires TWO of the following:

Government-issued employee I.D. badge with photo

U.S. passport

Checkbook/bankbook,

Major credit card

Health insurance card

Recent dated, signed lease

Utility bill or traffic ticket

All forms of identification must show your current name and address. Expired cards or documents will not be accepted.

By Mail:

Applications for copies of marriage certificates should be mailed to:

800 Clermont Street

Antigo, WI 54409-1947

Please use the marriage certificate application form (PDF), or request an application by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope to the above address:

Incomplete or unsigned forms will be returned unprocessed.

You must enclose a personal check or money order made payable to the Register of Deeds Office. Please do not send cash.

Please include a self-addressed, stamped, business-size envelope with your request.

What is a certified copy of a marriage certificate?

A certified copy of a marriage certificate issued by our office will have a raised seal, will show the signature of the Register of Deeds, and will be printed on security paper.

State law restricts who may obtain a certified copy of a marriage certificate. A certified copy may be issued to:

· The person named on the record,

· The spouse of the person named on the record,

· A parent of the person named on the record,

· A child of the person named on the record,

· A grandparent of the person named on the record,

· A person authorized in writing by one of the above. The written authorization must accompany the request and the relationship of the authoring party to the subject on the record must be clearly explained, or

· A person who can demonstrate that the record is required to protect a personal or property right.

If you do not meet one of the above criteria, you cannot receive a certified copy of a marriage certificate.

How do I obtain an apostille for a marriage certificate?

How do I request a marriage certificate if the marriage occurred in another state or country?

The Wisconsin Vital Records Office has certificates only for marriages that occurred in Wisconsin. You can find information on obtaining certificates from other states or U.S. territories on the Internet at http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/howto/w2w/w2welcom.htm .

For information on obtaining marriage documentation for a marriage that occurred outside of the United States or U.S. territories, you can find information an the sites listed below:

If you are requesting a copy of a marriage certificate on file in that country, you may contact the U.S. Embassy in that country or that country’s consulate located in the United States.

Reminder: This document will most likely be completed in the official language of the country of marriage.

Addresses and telephone numbers for consular offices in the U.S. can be found on the Internet at http://www.state.gov/s/cpr/rls/fco .

If you want a consular office to authenticate a certified copy of your foreign marriage document, you can find information at the following U.S. Department of State Web site: http://travel.state.gov/family/family_issues/marriage/marriage_589.html .

Genealogy Services

How do I search indexes and records in person?
What are the earliest filed Wisconsin vital records?

How can I search indexes and certificates in person?

The Langlade County Register of Deeds Office allows in-person searching (800 Clermont Street in Antigo). To schedule an appointment, please contact us at (715) 627-6209, between the hours of 8:30 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. (Central Time), Monday through Friday. If you still have questions after reading the information below, please contact us.

Policy for On-Site Searching:

· Two persons are allowed in the search area at one time. This office reserves the right to alter the number of searchers allowed in the area.

· First-time searchers will be provided an orientation to the archives upon request.

· No cell phones or cameras are allowed in search area.

· Children under 12 are not allowed in the search area.

· Each searcher must register each day he or she enters the search area. The searcher must be prepared to show proper identification. The acceptable forms of identification are:

Requires ONE of the following:

Wisconsin driver’s license with photo

Wisconsin I.D. with photo

Out -of-state driver's license /I.D. with photo

Requires TWO of the following:

Government-issued employee I.D. badge with photo

U.S. passport

Checkbook/bankbook,

Major credit card

Health insurance card

Recent dated, signed lease

Utility bill or traffic ticket

· All forms of identification must show your current name and address. Expired cards or documents will not be accepted.

Where else are Wisconsin vital records available?

Birth, death, and marriage certificates for events that occurred prior to 1907 are available for viewing at the Wisconsin Historical Society Archives. Information on the Wisconsin Historical Archives can be found on the Internet at http://www.wisconsinhistory.org/genealogy/index.html.

What are the earliest filed vital records?

Registration of events prior to 1907 was voluntary and vital records were not filed for most events. It has been estimated that less than 50% of the records were prepared and submitted for permanent filing before that time. Records are not on file for events that occurred before the dates listed in the following table.

Earliest Registration Dates by County
County	Births	Deaths	Marriages	County	Births	Deaths	Marriages
Adams	1857	1876	1857	Manitowoc	1858	1864	1859
Ashland	1876	1877	1874	Marathon	1870	1868	1865
Barron	1877	1877	1868	Marinette	1874	1879	1878
Bayfield	1879	1870	1869	Marquette	1864	1876	1863
Brown	1814	1834	1823	Milwaukee	1835	1872	1851
Buffalo	1855	1873	1856	Monroe	1877	1876	1856
Burnett	1853	1846	1869	Oconto	1876	1872	1855
Calumet	1858	1856	1850	Oneida	1887	1888	1877
Chippewa	1858	1855	1869	Outagamie	1856	1869	1855
Clark	1869	1877	1857	Ozaukee	1852	1849	1855
Columbia	1860	1877	1849	Pepin	1863	1877	1857
Crawford	1858	1876	1862	Pierce	1870	1876	1851
Dane	1860	1876	1839	Polk	1867	1865	1855
Dodge	1870	1852	1843	Portage	1866	1875	1859
Door	1852	1856	1860	Price	1880	1879	1880
Douglas	1861	1877	1854	Racine	1877	1880	1839
Dunn	1870	1877	1858	Richland	1875	1876	1864
Eau Claire	1870	1876	1857	Rock	1856	1871	1847
Florence	1882	1882	1882	Rusk	1900	1901	1901
Fond du Lac	1879	1854	1844	St. Croix	1858	1876	1852
Forest	1891	1871	1889	Sauk	1864	1876	1852
Grant	1870	1876	1842	Sawyer	1869	1883	1883
Green	1862	1874	1838	Shawano	1862	1873	1848
Green Lake	1864	1877	1858	Sheboygan	1852	1854	1852
Iowa	1876	1871	1836	Taylor	1877	1877	1875
Iron	1886	1887	1858	Trempealeau	1845	1847	1856
Jackson	1876	1876	1858	Vernon	1863	1878	1855
Jefferson	1852	1856	1844	Vilas	1889	1889	1893
Juneau	1877	1876	1844	Walworth	1872	1872	1839
Kenosha	1876	1876	1850	Washburn	1883	1883	1883
Kewaunee	1861	1873	1857	Washington	1859	1873	1846
La Crosse	1877	1876	1851	Waukesha	1860	1872	1846
Lafayette	1854	1877	1847	Waupaca	1858	1848	1852
Langlade	1882	1868	1881	Waushara	1859	1876	1852
Lincoln	1875	1871	1875	Winnebago	1876	1876	1860
Menominee became a county in 1961.				Wood	1871	1872	1844