Genealogical Research Costs
Overall pricing for genealogical research depends on the scope and complexity of the search.
For a free cost estimate please contact me via email
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How the research process works
Genealogical research is a detailed process that requires knowledge, experience, and skills in working with archival documents and historical records. Finding family history information involves not only using online archives and databases but also applying the right methods, accuracy, and patience – because every family story is unique and needs a personalized approach.
The cost of genealogical research is difficult to estimate in advance, as it depends on several factors, such as:
- Scope of research – the more detailed and extensive the search, the more time and resources are needed to complete it.
- Availability of records – some vital records, such as birth, marriage, or death certificates, may be hard to access, require ordering copies from offices, archives, or parishes, or even involve personal visits to distant locations, which increases both the time and cost of the research.
- Level of complexity – tracing distant ancestors or researching many generations may require advanced research methods and more effort, especially if records are incomplete or difficult to locate.
Pricing and how to get started
Basic services, such as obtaining single records or preliminary research in available databases, start at around $100. More advanced projects that require in-depth research, analysis of more sources, many generations or contact with archives can cost $1000 or more.
Price Examples
- acting as your representative in Poland to receive copies of documents from archives on your behalf and then send them to you in your country – 100 USD + shipping cost
- applying to the State Archive for the birth/marriage/death record and forwarding the archive’s response to you, along with an English translation – 150 USD
- preparing an application on your behalf to the Civil Registry Office for a birth/marriage/death record (in cases where only a family member can request the document) – 180 USD
For a free cost estimate of genealogical research on your family, please share the information and documents you have, and specify your goals.
I’d be happy to discuss the details and help you trace your family’s past.