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Registering a Death

What do I do if I have to register a death?

When someone dies the death must be registered within 5 days of the date of death. The death must be registered in the district where it occurred, and you will need to phone the Register Office to make an appointment.

  • Neath Port Talbot Register Office – 01639 760021

  • Swansea Register Office – 01792 636188

  • Bridgend Register Office – 01656 642391

 

If the death has been referred to the Coroner, the procedure is slightly different. We will advise you concerning this.

 

Who can register the death?

  • A relative of the deceased

  • A person present at the death

  • The occupier of the Nursing Home or Hospital where the death occurred if there is no known relative able to register.

  • The person arranging the funeral (this does not mean the Funeral Director).

 

What information will the registrar need?

  • The date and place of death

  • The full name and surname of the deceased, and if the deceased was a married woman or widow, her maiden surname

  • The date and place of birth

  • The last full time occupation, and if the deceased was a married woman or widow the full name and occupation of her husband

  • The usual address of the deceased

  • Whether the deceased was receiving any pension or allowance from public funds

  • Your own name and address

 

The Registrar will also require the following documents:

  • The Medical Certificate of Cause of Death

  • The deceased’s National Health Service medical card (if available)

  • The Registrar may also require the Birth Certificate and Marriage Certificate (if applicable) if these are readily available;

Call Us: 01639 769500

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