Submit a Research Request

Research Assistance

Need help researching your Iowa ancestors? Our experienced research team is here to help you uncover your family history.

Before You Submit

Please review the following guidelines before submitting your request:

Important Note:
Iowa vital records (birth, marriage, and death) legislation was passed in 1880, but full compliance was not enforced until 1920.. This may limit the availability of certain records.

Research Rates

Members: $20 per hour
Non-Members: $30 per hour
Rates include basic copying and postage.
Online payments may include a small processing fee, which will be shown during checkout.

Choose How to Submit Your Request

Option A - Submit Online

Step 1: Provide as much detail as possible to help our research team assist you effectively.

Helpful information to include:

Contact Information
Name, email, and mailing address

Person You Are Researching
Name (including maiden names), and any known birth, marriage, or death details with dates and locations

Family Information
Names of parents, spouse, or children (if known). Also include birth, marriage, or death details with dates and locations.

After submitting this form, please complete your payment below to begin your request.

Step 2: Purchase Research Time

After submitting the form above, continue to payment below.
Research will begin only after payment has been received.

Purchase Research Time

Option B - Mail a Paper Form

Prefer to submit your request by mail?

Iowa Genealogical Society
Attn: Research
628 E Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA 50309-1924

Download Research Request Form

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After Submitting Your Request

Our research team will review your request and contact you if additional information or clarification is needed.
You will be notified when your research is completed.