Replacement Death Certificate
Order a Certified Copy of Your UK Death Certificate Online
Need a replacement death certificate? UK Official Certificates provides a simple online service for ordering a certified copy of a UK death certificate.
Whether the original certificate has been lost, damaged or you need an additional copy, you can complete your application online.
A death certificate may be needed when dealing with an estate, pension, life insurance claim or other official matters. Our service helps you apply for a certified copy without having to complete the ordering process yourself.
UK Official Certificates is a private certificate ordering service and is not affiliated with the UK Government or the General Register Office. Your certificate is issued by the relevant official registration authority.
Apply for a Replacement Death Certificate
Complete the online application form below with as much information about the deceased person as possible.
You can select the relevant registration location and choose from the available service options during the application.
The form includes options for England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and certain overseas deaths reported to the British authorities.
What Information Do I Need?
To help identify the correct death record, provide as much of the following information as you can:
- The deceased person’s full name
- Their date of death, or the best date information available
- Their age at death
- The place where they died
- Their last known address, if known
- Their occupation, if known
The application also asks for your relationship to the deceased.
Don’t worry if you do not know every detail. Complete the form as accurately as possible and follow its instructions if the exact date of death is unknown.
How Does the Application Process Work?
Ordering a replacement death certificate is straightforward.
1. Complete the online form
Enter the information you have about the deceased person and the registered death.
2. Choose your service
Select the available service option that best suits your needs. The applicable price and dispatch information are shown during the application.
3. We check your information
We check the details supplied for apparent errors or missing information that may affect the application.
4. Your certificate is processed
Your application is used to request the relevant certified copy. The certificate itself is issued by the appropriate official registration authority.
Providing accurate information can help avoid unnecessary delays, although we cannot guarantee that every record will be located or that an application will be completed by a particular date.
How Quickly Will I Receive My Death Certificate?
The current service options shown on our application form include:
- Standard: dispatched within 10 working days.
- Express: dispatched within 5 working days.
- Urgent: normally dispatched within 1–2 working days to UK addresses using Royal Mail Special Delivery, subject to the applicable order cut-off and service terms.
These are dispatch estimates, not necessarily the date your certificate will arrive. The delivery method and timing depend on the service selected and the destination.
Please check the options and terms displayed in the application form before completing your order.
What Is a Long-Form Death Certificate?
A long-form death certificate is a certified copy of the relevant death registration entry. It contains the registered details of the death and is commonly requested for official or administrative purposes.
Our application form offers a long-version death certificate. Check with the organisation requesting the document if you are unsure which type of certificate you need.
Can I Order a Replacement If the Original Has Been Lost?
Yes. You can apply for another certified copy even if the original death certificate has been lost or damaged.
You will need to provide details that can help identify the correct registration record. The more accurate information you can supply, the easier it may be to locate the relevant entry.
Can I Order a Death Certificate for Someone Else?
You can use the application form to request a copy of another person’s death certificate. You will be asked to provide information about the deceased and your relationship to them.
Please enter the information accurately and provide as much detail as possible to help identify the record.
Can I Order a Death Certificate for Use Abroad?
Yes, applications for eligible records can be made through our online service.
If the certificate will be used in another country, you may also need an apostille or further legalisation. Requirements vary according to the country and the organisation requesting the document.
Our application form allows you to request additional apostille services where available. Check the requirements with the receiving authority before placing your order.
What If I Do Not Know the Exact Date of Death?
Provide the most accurate information available and follow the instructions on the application form.
If you are researching family history and know the year but not the exact date, the form includes guidance for entering an unknown date. Providing the person’s full name, approximate date and place of death may help identify the correct record.
Why Use UK Official Certificates?
We aim to make the process of applying for a replacement death certificate straightforward.
Our online application guides you through the information required, offers a choice of service options and allows you to request additional services where available.
If you need help completing your application, you can contact our team by telephone, email or through the website.
Replacement Death Certificate FAQs
How do I get a replacement death certificate in the UK?
Complete the online application form on this page, provide the details of the deceased person and select the appropriate service option.
How much does a replacement death certificate cost?
The price depends on the service and type of application selected. Current prices are displayed in the application form before you complete your order.
How long does it take to receive a replacement death certificate?
The available options include Standard, Express and Urgent services. Check the dispatch estimates shown in the form, and remember that dispatch and delivery are different.
Do I need the original death certificate?
No. You can apply for a certified copy if the original has been lost, damaged or is no longer available.
What details are needed to order a death certificate?
You should provide the deceased person’s full name and as much information as possible about their date and place of death, age and last known address.
Can I order a death certificate for a relative?
You can apply for a copy of a relative’s death certificate. The form asks for details about the deceased and your relationship to them.
Can I use a replacement death certificate for official purposes?
A certified copy of the registered death may be accepted for official purposes. Check the requirements of the organisation requesting it, particularly if the document is needed overseas.
Can I get an apostille for a death certificate?
Additional apostille services may be available through the application form. Whether an apostille is needed depends on the country and the organisation receiving the document.
What if I cannot find the death record?
Check the details entered on the application and provide any additional information you have. We cannot guarantee that every record can be located, particularly where important details are missing or incorrect.
How can I contact UK Official Certificates?
You can contact us by telephone, email or through the website if you need help with your application.