Registering A Death
Once the Doctor or Hospital has issused the Medical Certificate, the Informat must register the death within five days at the Registery Office for the sub-district in which the death occurred (please see our useful contact numbers for a list of Registry Offices). If this is not possible the Registrar must be informed in writing.
Who can Register a Death
The following individuals are legally entitled to register a death:
- A close relative of the deceased
- A relative who was present during the deceased’s final illness
- A relative living in the district where the death occurred
- A person who was present at the time of death
- The person responsible for arranging the funeral
Information Required to Register a Death
When registering a death, you will need to provide the following details:
- The date and place of death.
- The deceased’s full name and last known address (including maiden name, if applicable).
- The date and place of birth.
- The deceased’s occupation (and the full name and occupation of their spouse, if applicable).
- The date and place of birth of any surviving spouse or civil partner.
- The full name and address of the informant.
- The informant’s relationship or legal qualification to act.
Documents Required
You should take the following documents with you to the registration appointment:
- The Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (issued by the doctor or hospital)
- The deceased’s NHS medical card (if available)
- The deceased’s birth certificate or any document confirming their date of birth
A death certificate can then be obtained on payment of prescribed fee. This will be needed for closing banks accounts, obtain probate and making claims on insurance policies.
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