Frequently Asked Questions: Deaths and funerals
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Deaths and funerals FAQs
Q: What do I need to bring to register a death?
Q: What questions will I be asked when registering a death?
Answer:
A Registrar will interview you in private, and ask questions about the person who has died.
You will need to know the following information:
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the date and place of death
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the full name and surname, and if the deceased was a married woman, the surname/family name used before marriage
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the date and place of birth
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the occupation, and if the deceased was a married woman or widow, the full name and occupation of her husband
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the usual address
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if the deceased was married, the date of birth of the surviving widow or widower
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whether the deceased received a pension or allowance from public funds