Register a death
Part of the Deaths topic
Find out how to register a death in Queensland with the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages.
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In short
Use this service to:
- register a death that occurred in Queensland
- order a death certificate at the same time.
You must submit your completed application by post or in person.
What you should know
Usually, the funeral director will register the death on behalf of the family.
The death needs to be registered within 14 days.
If you are not using a funeral director or they are not registering the death, you must register the death yourself. You need to apply to the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages.
There are 2 types of official certificates you can order:
- Death certificate shows the cause of death
- Limited death certificate does not show cause of death. This may not be accepted by some organisations.
Who can use this service
| You can apply to register a death if: |
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| Correct.a funeral director was not involved or has not registered the death |
| Correct.you are the person’s spouse, partner, relative or friend |
Correct.you are another person who:
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| Don’t use this service if: |
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| Incorrect.y you are the funeral director acting on behalf of the family Instead, submit the death registration using the Service Provider Portal. |
| Incorrect. the person died outside of Queensland Instead, apply in that state, territory or country where they died. |
How to apply to register a death
Choose how to submit and follow the steps.
How long it takes
Processing times start when an application with all required documents have been received.
Standard application: up to 10 business days
Urgent application: within 2 business days (extra fee applies)
Applications missing any required information or documents will take longer.
Allow extra time for public holidays and postage.
How much it costs
- Registering a death: Free
The fee you pay is for you to submit your application and for the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages to review it.
- death certificate: $56.20
- limited death certificate: $56.20
- death certificate package —includes 1 death certificate and 1 limited death certificate: $112.40
Regular postage is free.
You can choose other delivery types:
- Registered post (recommended): $8.10
- Express post: $8.55
- International registered mail: $18.55
From the Help centre
Find answers to frequently asked questions about services, including:
Getting help in other languages
Interstate and overseas registry offices
Find more in the Help centre
Managed by: Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages