How to register a death

The death must be notified within 5 days and registered within 14 days. You can register the death if you are:

• An Administrator from the Hospital
• The person making arrangements with the Funeral Directors
• A close relative
• An individual who was present at the death

To Register a death, you will need to take the following to the Registry Office:

• The Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (signed by a Doctor)

If available:

• The Birth Certificate, Marriage or Civil Partnership Certificate

You will also need to tell the Registrar:

• The deceased’s full name at the time of death
• Any names previously used, (eg. maiden name, deed poll, etc)
• The person’s date and place of birth
• Their last address
• Their occupation
• The full name, date of birth and occupation of their Spouse or Civil Partner (late or surviving)
• If they were in receipt of a State Pension or any other benefits

The Registrar will be able to guide you further when calling to book an appointment.