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Before you start
After a death, arrangements may be needed with public bodies, financial institutions and service providers. Their order depends on where the death occurred, family circumstances and documents issued.
Who is this guide for?
Relatives or others handling arrangements after a death.
This guide is not legal, inheritance or wills advice. Obtain suitable advice on estates, debts or disputes.
The checklist
Check what is registered and what is required
Documents issued by the hospital or authority, as applicable.
An overseas procedure may require additional documents and authentication.
Gather documents and confirmations
Official documents as instructed by the relevant bodies.
Do not send sensitive documents through unverified channels.
Check updates with each organisation
A list of organisations to contact and the documents each requests.
Population Registry registration does not necessarily update all organisations automatically.
Check estate matters with a qualified professional
Death documentation and estate details required by the procedure.
This website does not determine heirs or distribute property.
Official sources
These links let you check with the responsible authority. The website's verification date does not guarantee that every detail has remained up to date since then.
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