Deaths

Registering a death

By law, all deaths in Northern Ireland must be registered within five days of the death, except in cases referred to the Coroner.

How to Register a Death

• Download and fill in the GRO 73 form from Death Registration and email it to registration@nmandd.org.
• Collect the form in person from any Registration office.
• Staff will contact you to complete the registration process.

Details Required:

• Full name, surname, and address of the deceased
• Date and place of birth and death
• Marital status
• Occupation
• Full name and occupation of spouse or partner (if applicable)
• Maiden surname (if applicable)
• Name and practice address of the deceased’s doctor

Who can Register a Death?

• A relative who knows the necessary information
• A person present at the time of death
• A person arranging the funeral
• Executor or administrator of the deceased’s estate
• Governor, matron, or chief officer of a public building where the death occurred
• A person living in and responsible for a house, lodgings, or apartments where the death occurred
• A person who finds or takes charge of the body

Fees and Documents

Registering a death is free. When you register, you will receive:

• GRO 21 form – allows burial or cremation
• Form 36 – certificate for Social Security purposes if the deceased received benefits or state pension
• Certified death certificates – short or full certificates can be bought for £8 each (payment via card, cheque, or cash)

Ordering Certified Death Certificates

General Register Office (NISRA)
Colby House, Stranmillis Court, Belfast, BT9 5RR
Telephone: 0300 200 7890 (within N Ireland/UK)
Telephone: +44 300 200 7890 (outside N Ireland/UK)
Payment can be made by debit/credit card.
Order online via NI Direct

Municipal Cemeteries

For information about Municipal Cemeteries please click here.

Advice and Support 

Support services for bereavement are available via the NI Direct website here

Contact Details

Email: registration@nmandd.org

Telephone: 0330 137 4041