Registering
a death
A DEATH should be registered in the
district in which it has occurred and
wherever possible it should be done by
a near relative or an executor.
In cases where distance presents a problem
(for example a death in Liverpool with
next of kin in High Wycombe) special arrangements
can be made with the local Registrar,
although this may cause a delay before
essential documentation for the funeral
is available.
The Registrar will require the Medical
Certificate of Cause of Death issued by
the treating doctor (either the G.P. or
Hospital Doctor) together with the deceased's
Medical Card (if this is readily available).
The Registrar will issue a Green Certificate,
which should be given to us at the earliest
opportunity.
The Registrar will also issue a White
Certificate of Registration which may
be required if claiming any Social Security
benefits when they apply.
You may also request Certified Copies
of the Entry of Death, which will be needed
for legal purposes. Such copies will be
required for Life Assurance, Probate,
Banks, Savings Certificates, Premium Bonds,
company shares and other financial interests,
although they may not all need to keep
a copy.
Details of Registration Offices, and hours
they are open, are available from our
offices. An appointment should be made
by telephone with the Registrar before
your arrival.
Links to local Register Offices can be
found below.
