Registering a Death
In most cases you will need to register the death within five days and it is best to visit the Register Office ( if possible) in the area in which the person died. This can help avoid delays getting the necessary documents. We would advise that you wait until the medical certificate of cause of death is ready before making an appointment at the register office.
We can contact the register office and make an appointment on your behalf at a time that is convenient to you. Alternatively you can contact Lancashire registration service at https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/births-marriages-and-deaths/
If the Coroner is involved you will be advised when to register the death.
We can advise you on the procedure for registering a death. Below is a guide that can help, but please feel free to contact us if you have any questions. You should take with you the Medical Certificate issued by the doctor showing the cause of death (if available).
You will also require the following information about the deceased:
- Full name
- Marital Status
- Date of Birth
- Place of Birth
- Occupation
- Usual address
- Maiden Name (if female and married)
- Spouse’s Name
- Spouse’s Date of Birth
- Spouse’s Occupation
The registrar will issue you with:
A Certificate for Burial or Cremation (commonly referred to as a green form), which you should give to your funeral director as soon as possible.
Certified copies of the entry of death can also be issued by The Registrar, you will need these for official purposes such as Insurers, closing Bank Accounts, investments and Pension Schemes etc
(Please be aware a charge of £11.00 is made by The Registrar for each of the certified copies)
