KP Govt Rules 2021 Compliant

Death Certificate Guidance Portal

Complete legal requirements, official fee schedules, and registration timelines for KP Village & Neighbourhood Councils.

Ready to Register?

Fill out the official Death Registration Form online, then download and print it for submission to your Union Council.

📝 Start Online Application

Reporting Time

Immediately

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Registration

FREE (Nil Fee)

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Certificate Fee

Rs. 100/-

Processing

3 Working Days

🚀 How to Apply (A to Z)

1

Confirm Death Details

Ensure correct date, place, and cause of death are available.

2

Fill Online Form

Use our Death Form Generator.

3

Print & Verify

Print the form and attach affidavit, burial or hospital slip.

4

Submit to Council

Submit to VC/NC for official entry and issuance.

💳 Official Fee Schedule (Model)

Service NameOfficial Fee
Death RegistrationNil (Free)
Computerized CertificateRs. 100/=
Duplicate CertificateRs. 150/=
Correction in RecordRs. 200/=
Urgent IssuanceRs. 300/=

❓ Legal FAQs (KP Rules 2021)

What is a Death Certificate?

A Death Certificate is an official legal document that records the death of a person, including name, date, place, and cause of death. It is issued by the Union Council and registered with NADRA.

Why is a Death Certificate important?

It is required for inheritance, succession certificate, pension claims, bank account closure, and NADRA record cancellation.

Who can apply for a Death Certificate?

Spouse, son, daughter, parents, legal heir, or authorized representative can apply.

What documents are required?

Deceased CNIC (if available), applicant CNIC, hospital death slip or burial certificate, and affidavit if required.

Is hospital death slip mandatory?

Yes for hospital deaths. For home deaths, affidavit and burial proof are required.

Can death be registered late?

Yes, late death registration is allowed with affidavit and Union Council approval.

What if deceased had no CNIC?

Registration is possible using family CNICs, affidavit, and verification.

Is Urdu name mandatory?

Yes, Urdu and English names are required for official records.

How long does issuance take?

Normally 3–7 working days depending on verification.

Is Death Certificate required for inheritance?

Yes, it is mandatory for succession and inheritance cases.

Can foreigners register a death in Pakistan?

Yes, with passport, visa, and embassy or hospital documents.

Can errors be corrected later?

Yes, corrections are allowed through application and affidavit.