In the event of death
1
Collect the certificate
You will need to get a Medical Certificate of Death (MCOD) from a healthcare practitioner – either the person’s GP , or the hospital where the person died. This certificate shows the details of the person and the medical cause of death.
2
Book an appointment with the registrar
When you have the MCOD, you will need to visit the registrar to register the death. A death certificate will cost £11.
In Oxfordshire, you can call the registry office on 0345 241 2489 or visit www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/registration.
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.
3
Prepare for registrar visit
The registrar needs certain information to be able to register the death:
Date and place of death
Full name of the deceased
Their date and place of birth
Their occupation
Their usual address
If the deceased had a state pension or any benefits
The name and date of birth of their surviving husband or wife, if applicable
You will also need to bring the medical certificate.
4
Contact us
When you have a Certificate for Burial or Cremation, get in touch with us on 01235 510 292 or email info@didcockfunerals.co.uk
If you would like to talk to one of our advisors at any stage before this, you are welcome to contact us and ask any questions.
