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Register a death and get a death certificate
Sajili kifo na pata cheti cha kifo
Register a death within 6 months of occurrence and obtain a certified death certificate for legal and estate purposes.
- Time to complete
- 3–7 working days
- Cost
- Free (within 6 months); KES 20 + penalty (late)
- Ministry
- Department of Civil Registration
What you'll need
- Burial permit from the hospital or mortuary
- National ID of the deceased (if available)
- National ID of the applicant
Apply for this service
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Get help
If you need help with this service, contact the Department of Civil Registration or visit any Huduma Centre.
eCitizen helpline: 0800 724 001 (toll free) · support@ecitizen.go.ke