Registering a Death
All deaths are required by law to be registered, preferably in the sub-district where they occur. The GP who certified the death will issue a Medical Cause of Death Certificate, which must be taken to the Registrar by the next of kin or a nominated representative, together with the deceased's medical card and birth certificate. Registration must be done as a matter of urgency, usually within five days of death. This may vary if the Coroner is involved.
The Registrar's office must be telephoned before attending to make an appointment. The contact details for the Registrar will often be printed on the envelope containing the Medical Certificate of Cause of Death. Alternatively details of local Registrar offices are printed in the back of our brochure (which can be downloaded), or can be obtained by contacting our office.
People Who May Register A Death
- A relative or civil partner of the deceased
- A person who was present at death
- An Executor of the Will of the deceased
- The Matron/Governor of an institution where the deceased resided or died
Documents That Are Required
- Medical Certificate of Death
- The Deceased's Medical Card, if available and/or Birth Certificate
Information That May Be Required
- Date and place of birth and death of the deceased
- Full name of the deceased
- Marital status of the deceased
- The last occupation of the deceased
- If the deceased was married, the date of birth of the surviving partner
- If the deceased was a married female, her maiden name and her husband's full name and occupation.
