To close an individual’s accounts and verify his or her passing, you may require a death certificate. The question is, how many certificates will you require?
The minimum number of death certificates recommended is two, but most people require more. Depending on whether the estate is being administered by a solicitor or whether you are handling it yourself, you may need additional death certificates.
A typical family requests around eight copies of their loved one’s death certificate. The local registrar for the area in which the deceased passed away can assist you if more copies are required.
Upon receipt of the notification of death and the death report, a death certificate will be issued by the Department of Home Affairs.
A death certificate cannot be accessed by the public in South Africa. To obtain a replacement death certificate or a full death certificate, you will need to fill out form BI-132 at your nearest Home Affairs office. A death certificate will be issued by the Department of Home Affairs upon receipt of a death notification and death report.
A birth, marriage, and death record is maintained by the Department of Home Affairs for research purposes. However, these records are not accessible to the general public. The Department of Home Affairs must be contacted to obtain information regarding a particular event.
Who Can Get a Copy of a Death Certificate in South Africa?
Licensed and legally appointed funeral directors. Specific officers at the Department of Home Affairs. Members of the South African Police Service. If the death occurred abroad, please contact the embassy, consulate, or mission of South Africa.
Need a Death Certificate in South Africa?
Doc Assist can obtain an unabridged death certificate or certified copies of a death certificate for you. We can also assist South Africans living abroad and within South Africa with other legal documents such as birth certificates and marriage certificates. For more information, feel free to get in touch with the team today.