Death registration

Death registration

For those who sadly passed away in the fire, their closest relatives or other relevant persons are, in principle, responsible for registering the death within 14 days of its occurrence. However, because a fire is considered a non-natural cause of death, the deceased’s identity and cause of death must be confirmed by the police and the Coroner’s Court. As a result, a death certificate may not be issued immediately, and families may be unable to complete the registration within the usual time frame.

When applying for a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration, a death certificate is generally required as supporting documentation. In this situation, families must wait until the relevant authorities have completed their investigation and formally issued the death certificate.

For more details about death registration, please visit the Immigration Department’s website.