The Procedure to Get a Death Certificate in South Africa

How can I Get a Death Certificate in South Africa?

Death Certificate Application

Applications for a Death Certificate must be lodged at any office of the Department of Home Affairs or at any South African embassy, mission or consulate if the death occurs abroad. An abridged death certificate is a computer print out (without the full details of the death).

Can I get a copy of death certificate in South Africa?

This Requirements, includes ID documents and any paperwork relating to the deceased and cause of death. Apostil.co.za specialises in South African document assistance. We can help you obtain a death certificate or copy thereof in the shortest time possible.

How do I get a death certificate in South Africa?

The Department of Home Affairs will issue a death certificate when they receive a notification of death (Form BI-1663) and the death report (Form BI-1680). If you require a replacement copy or a full death certificate, you can apply for these at your nearest Home Affairs office by completing form BI-132.