Death Certificate in Pakistan
In Pakistan it is issued by NADRA (National Database and Registration Authority) for computerized certification, which collaborates with the Union Council or the Concerned Local Government Office responsible for manual registration processes. Legal heirs of the deceased, such as a spouse, children, parents, or siblings, as well as authorized representatives (provided they possess a legally notarized affidavit or authority letter from the family), are eligible to apply for the certificate to formally document the death.
Required Documents.
- For the Deceased:
- Original CNIC/B-Form of the deceased (if available).
- Medical Certificate (issued by a government hospital/registered medical practitioner confirming cause of death).
- Union Council Form (signed by the local councilor/concerned authority).
- For the Applicant:
- Applicant’s original CNIC.
- Proof of Relationship (e.g., family registration certificate, marriage certificate, B-form for children).
- Additional Documents (if applicable):
- Affidavit (for delayed registration if the death occurred more than 30 days prior).
- Authority Letter (if applying through a representative).
Application Process
Register the Death
- Within 30 Days:
- Visit the Union Council/Concerned Local Government Office where the death occurred.
- Submit the medical certificate and complete the Death Registration Form.
- After 30 Days:
- Submit an affidavit explaining the delay (attested by a notary public).
Obtain Manual Certificate
- The Union Council issues a manual death certificate after verification.
Computerized Certificate via NADRA
- Visit the nearest NADRA Registration Center (NRC).
- Submit the manual and required documents.
- NADRA will issue a computerized death certificate with a unique QR code for verification.
Processing Time
- Manual Certificate (Union Council): 1–3 working days.
- Computerized Certificate (NADRA): Same day or 24–48 hours.
Fees
- Union Council: Rs. 200–500 (varies by district).
- NADRA Computerized Certificate: Rs. 300–500.
Special Cases/Deaths Abroad
- Register the death at the Pakistani Embassy/Consulate in the respective country.
- Submit a foreign death certificate (translated into English/Urdu and attested by the embassy).
Important Notes
- Urgent Cases: Some NADRA centers offer expedited services for urgent requests.
- Verification: Use the NADRA Verification Portal (https://id.nadra.gov.pk/) to confirm authenticity.
- Legal Use: For international purposes (e.g., inheritance, insurance), get the certificate attested by the Foreign Office.
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