Fill in a death certificate application form

1. Can you apply for a Queensland death certificate?

   1. Is the death registered in Queensland? *

      • Yes
      • No
   2. Are you eligible to apply for the death certificate? * View the access policy to check.(If you chose 'Yes' above)

      • Yes
      • No
   3. Do you have all the proof you need for identification? * View the proof you will need to provide. (If you chose 'Yes' above)

      • Yes
      • No
   4. By using this online service and providing an email address and mobile number, I consent to the use of that email address and mobile number for the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages (RBDM) to contact me using SMS and email that relates to this application. I understand that it is my responsibility to ensure that I have nominated a secure email address for RBDM to send the completed application and any related correspondence to. I acknowledge that it is my responsibility to ensure the security of that information when received.
2. Fill in your application Fill in the application before submitting your proof of ID.

   
   

   Death certificate details

   These are the details that are on the death certificate you are applying for.

   1. Place of death

      1. State *
         We can only issue a death certificate if the death has been registered in Queensland.
      2. Town or city *
      3. Date of death * dd/mm/yyyy
      4. Deceased's name First name *
      5. Middle name(s)
      6. Family name * If the person didn't have a family name and only used the name above, enter n/a.
   2. Mother or registered parent's details
   3. These are the mother or registered parent's details that are on the death certificate you are applying for.
   4. 1. First name *
      2. Middle name(s)
      3. Family name *If the mother or parent doesn't have a family name and only uses the name above, enter n/a.
      4. If the mother or parent's family name at birth is the same as their current family name, enter it again.
      5. Family name at birth* This is the mother or parent's family name at the time of their birth. If they didn't have a family name at birth, enter n/a.
      Father or registered parent's details

      These are the father or registered parent's details that are on the death certificate you are applying for.

      1. First name *
      2. Middle name(s)
      3. Family name * If the father or parent doesn't have a family name and only uses the name above, enter n/a.

      If the father or parent's family name at birth is the same as their current family name, enter it again.

      Family name at birth* This is the father or parent's family name at the time of their birth. If they didn't have a family name at birth, enter n/a.
   Order details
   1. Why do you want this certificate?*
      Proof of ID documents must be submitted. When submitting by post, have your documents certified by a Justice of the Peace or another authorised person.
   2. How will you submit your proof of ID documents (and application if not submitted online)? * View the proof of ID you will need to provide.

      In person at:

      • my local Queensland Magistrates Court or Queensland Government Agent Program (QGAP) office (excludes the Brisbane Magistrates Court) or participating JPs in the Community location with original proof of ID
      • the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages (RBDM) customer service centre at Level 32, 180 Ann Street, Brisbane with original proof of ID

      Or by post:

      • to RBDM with certified copies of proof of ID (address will be provided at the end)
   1. 1. (Additional choices when not submitting proof of ID at our customer service centre in Brisbane)
         Priority * Tick one option.

         These timeframes start from when we receive a complete application, and your required documents are provided by post or in person.

         • Urgent ($32.20)—certificates are processed in 2 business days.
         • Non-urgent (no additional fee)—average certificate processing time is 10 business days.
      2. Type of post * Australia Post delivery timeframes

         • Registered post—within Australia ($8.10)
         • Express post—within Australia ($8.55)
         • Standard post (no charge)
         • International registered mail ($18.55)

      3. Ensure the safe delivery of your certificate

         You have changed the type of post. We value identity protection, so we recommend that you choose registered post to ensure the delivery of the certificate can be tracked and delivered to you securely within Australia.

      4. Important update

         Australia Post are suspending their express post guarantee of next-day delivery. Express post is still available and treated as a priority, but may not be delivered the next business day every time. Normal application processing timeframes still apply.

      Important information

      We value identity protection and you have chosen a more secure delivery outside Australia. However, be aware that international registered mail can’t be tracked, and signing is not available in every country.

      5. Type of certificate

         * What type of death certificate would you like to order?
         

         • 1 official death certificate ($54.40)
         • 2 official death certificates ($108.80)
         • 1 limited death certificate ($54.40)
         • 2 limited death certificates ($108.80)
         • 2 death certificates—1 official plus 1 limited ($108.80)
         • 1. The total cost is:
              
              

      6. A limited death certificate does not show cause of death, burial or cremation details and may not be accepted by all organisations (life insurance).

      7. Limited death certificates do not show cause of death, burial or cremation details and may not be accepted by all organisations (life insurance).

      8. The limited death certificate will not show cause of death, burial or cremation details and may not be accepted by all organisations (life insurance). You will be able to use the official death certificate.

   3. Whose certificate are you applying for?*
   4. • My partner's
      • My parent's
      • My child's
      • Another person's
   5. (If you chose 'My partner's' above)

      Has your name changed after the death of your partner was registered? If yes, you will need to provide evidence of the change (i.e. marriage, divorce or change of name certificate).
   6. (If you chose 'My parent's' above)

      Has your name changed after the death of your parent was registered? If yes, you will need to provide evidence of the change (i.e. marriage, divorce or change of name certificate).
   7. (If you chose 'My child's' above)

      Has your name changed after the death of your child was registered? If yes, you will need to provide evidence of the change (i.e. marriage, divorce or change of name certificate).
   8. (If you chose 'Another person's' above)

      1. How are you related to the person the certificate is for? If, for example, you are applying as the executor of the estate.
      2. Name of organisation or business you represent If, for example, you are applying as the solicitor of the estate.
      3. You must submit additional supporting documents along with your proof of ID.
   9. Your name

      1. First name*
      2. Middle name(s)
      3. Family name* If the applicant doesn’t have a family name and only uses the name above, enter n/a.
   10. The home address details are the house or street address on your proof of ID that you use for your application. Please don't enter a PO box as your home address.
       1. Your home address
       2. Address line 1 *
       3. Address line 2
       4. Address line 3
       5. 1. Town, city or suburb *
          2. State or territory *
          3. Postcode *
          4. Country Only include country if not Australia.
          5. Mobile number*
          6. Email addressA copy of your application will be sent to this email address.*
          7. Confirm email address *
   11. • Is your postal address the same as your home address? *

         • Yes
         • No
   12. (If you chose 'No' above)

       1. Your postal address

          1. Address line 1 *
          2. Address line 2
          3. Address line 3
          4. 1. Town, city or suburb *
             2. State or territory *
             3. Postcode *
             4. Country Only include country if not Australia.
   13. How would you like to pay for your order? *

       • Online (MasterCard or Visa)
       • Bank or business account cheque, money order (Australian-drawn only) or cash
   14. Before I complete my application *

       I will check the details I have provided.
       I am aware of the refund policy—the fee I pay is to submit my application and for RBDM to review it.

       Remember

       You will need to submit your proof of ID documents and signed application along with payment (if not applying online) to us either:

       • •   by post
       • •   in person at our customer service centre or with one of our agents.

Don't use this form

We can only issue a death certificate if the death has been registered in Queensland. If the person passed away outside of Queensland, apply to the interstate or overseas registry office.

You are not eligible

We can't send you a death certificate unless you have authority, check the certificate access policy.

You are not eligible

We can't send you a death certificate until you can prove your identity. You can contact us if you need more information about this.

Online: our general enquiry form.

By phone: local call* 13 QGOV (13 74 68) or international +61 7 3022 6100 (+10 hours UTC)—phone lines are open Monday to Friday, 8.30am–4.30pm.

*Costs may be higher from mobile phones and interstate.

Privacy notice
The Department of Justice and Attorney-General is collecting your personal information for the purpose of processing your application for death certificates under the Births, Deaths and Marriages Registration Act 2023. The information on this form may be provided to law enforcement agencies and to government and non-government agencies for verification of the data. Access to this information or a certificate may be granted to any person who has adequate reason to obtain it, or who meets the requirements of the access policy.