Is it legal to photocopy a death certificate?
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Is it legal to photocopy a death certificate?
Bring two pieces of valid identification (including one government-issued photo identification) along with the original death certificate to your appointment. Above all, do not alter or laminate the death certificate or it may be invalid. We photocopy the death certificate while you wait.
Can’t afford a funeral What do I do?
Government Assistance With Funeral Costs Depending on your situation, you may be eligible for government funeral assistance if you can’t afford a funeral. There are several government schemes and programs you can access, including: bereavement allowance. bereavement payment.
What happens if I don’t register a death within 5 days?
A death should be registered within five days but registration can be delayed for another nine days if the registrar is told that a medical certificate has been issued. If the death has been reported to the coroner you cannot register it until the coroner’s investigations are finished.