by Docassist Admin | Aug 25, 2025 | Death Certificate
Why Timing Matters More Than Ever When someone passes away, timing is everything. A death certificate isn’t just a formality, it’s the first document needed to begin funeral arrangements, claim life insurance, access funds, and begin estate administration. The faster...
by Docassist Admin | Aug 25, 2025 | Death Certificate
Why Would You Need to Use a Death Certificate Overseas? If your loved one passed in South Africa but had international affairs, like property abroad, overseas pensions, or dual citizenship, you may need to present the death certificate in another country. For it to be...
by Docassist Admin | Jul 29, 2025 | Death Certificate
Wondering if You’ve Got Famous Roots? It’s a question many South Africans ask — especially when hearing stories passed down through generations. “Are we related to so-and-so?” Maybe it’s a struggle icon, a Springbok legend, or a global celebrity with your surname....
by Docassist Admin | Jul 29, 2025 | Death Certificate
Why Your South African ID Number Matters Your South African ID number isn’t just a number — it’s your key to everything. It’s linked to your bank accounts, job applications, tax records, medical aid, and even your child’s school enrollment. That’s why knowing how to...
by Docassist Admin | Jul 29, 2025 | Death Certificate
What Are UK Death Records? A UK death record is the official documentation of a person’s passing, registered with the General Register Office (GRO). It includes key details like the full name, date and place of death, age, and cause of death. For South Africans...
by Docassist Admin | Jul 29, 2025 | Death Certificate
What Really Happens After Someone Passes Away? When a loved one dies in South Africa, there’s a lot to deal with — both emotionally and administratively. One of the first steps is registering the death with the Department of Home Affairs and getting a death...
