Certificates
Death Certificate Registration & Burial Permit
Register death certificate and obtain burial/transfer permit
Processing
~1.5 Hours
Fee
₱50-150
Who Can Apply
Immediate Family
Appointment
Walk-in
Step-by-Step Process
Follow these steps to complete this service
1
Obtain Medical Certificate
Get certificate of death from attending physician or hospital.
2
Visit Civil Registrar
Go to Civil Registrar with death certificate within 48 hours.
3
Complete Registry
Staff registers death in civil registry.
4
Pay Fees
Pay registration and burial permit fees at Treasurer's Office.
5
Claim Permits
Receive burial permit and certified death certificate.
Requirements
Documents needed for your application
Required Documents
- Certificate of death from physician
- Valid ID of informant
- Valid ID of deceased (if available)
- Payment for burial permit
Frequently Asked Questions
How soon must death be registered?
Within 48 hours of death. Late registration requires additional documents and fees.
Do I need a burial permit?
Yes, burial permit is required before interment in any cemetery.