Deaths

Book an appointment to register a death. Find guidance on who can register and what you need to do.

Register a stillbirth, including what documents you need and how to book an appointment.

Find where you can register a death in Portsmouth and what to do if you need to register the death elsewhere.

Find out what details you need to register a death in Portsmouth.

Understand how causes of death are confirmed and when post-mortems or inquests are needed.

Find out what documents you will receive after registering a death.

Find out how to correct a birth, death or marriage certificate and what evidence is needed.

Arrange taking a body abroad or bringing it back to the UK, including legal requirements and certificates.

Tell other organisations about a death and what you may need to report.

Information about public health funerals when no arrangements can be made, including what the Council provides.