It is necessary for the next of kin, or close relative, to register the death before burial or cremation can take place. The registration takes place in the Registrar's Office for the area in which the death occurred; this is done strictly by appointment.

The following documents will be required:-

	Certificate of Cause of Death from Doctor or Hospital (if the Coroner is involved click here)
	Birth Certificate (if available)
	National Health Card (if available)

The Registrar will require the following information regarding the deceased:-

	Full Name
	Address
	Date and Place of Birth
	Date and Place of Death
	Last Occupation
	Date of Birth of surviving partner
	Whether having a Burial or a Cremation

For a deceased married woman or widow, also needed are:-

	Maiden Name
	Husband's Full Name (even if deceased)
	Husband's Last Occupation (even if deceased)

Upon registration the Registrar will issue a Green Certificate. This must be handed to the Funeral Director as soon as possible after registration.

Also issued is a White Certificate which should be forwarded to the Department of Social Security as soon as possible, and at this time any possible financial help from the department can be discussed.

Copies of the Death Certificate can be obtained from the registrar upon payment of the necessary fee. Certified copies will be needed for any of the following purposes, among others:-

	Probate or Letters of Administration.
	Bank and Building Society accounts.
	Life Insurance policies covering the deceased.
	Dealing with stocks and shares owned by the deceased.
	Applying for a tax rebate.
	Private Pensions.

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