The process of obtaining a death certificate varies by location and requires personal information, information about the deceased, and payment. Only certain family members can request a certificate with the cause of death, and there are different types of certificates available.
The procedure for obtaining a death certificate depends on the location. Each place has its own procedures, forms and information needed to obtain a death certificate. Many places require some of the same items, such as information about eligibility for a certificate with cause of death, information about the person requesting the certificate, information about the person named on the certificate, type of certificate needed, and payment for the certificate.
Most places, due to privacy laws, have restrictions on who can obtain a death certificate naming the cause of death. In general, a spouse, children, grandchildren, parents, and siblings are the only people who can request a death certificate that includes the cause of death. Other people can still request a death certificate, but it won’t list the cause of death. Some localities, after a number of years and the termination of privacy laws, allow the public to obtain a death certificate listing the cause of death.
When you request a death certificate, you’ll likely need to fill out a form listing your personal information. This is usually basic information such as your name, address and the reason for your request. In addition to your personal information, you will be asked to provide information about the person named on the death certificate. You may need the person’s name, place of death, and date of death.
Part of the form you fill out may ask for the type of death certificate you need. Generally you will have two choices for the type of certificate. One could be a type of certified copy and the other could be a plain copy. There may be a difference in price between copies, so it is important to know what type of certificate you need before ordering one.
Most places will require payment to obtain a death certificate. This is usually a very nominal fee that is used to cover copying and shipping costs. If you submit your application by mail, you will usually be asked to send a check or money order to pay the fee. As mentioned above, it’s important to know what type of certificate you need so you don’t pay for more than one certificate if you’re asked for the wrong one initially. You may also be asked to include a copy of your photo identification, such as a driver’s license or military ID, to make sure you’re the right person requesting the death certificate.
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