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Get a death certificate

Part of the Deaths topic

You can get an official certificate for a death registered in Queensland. Apply to the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages and pay a fee.

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In short

You can use this service to:

  • get a death certificate, if registered in Queensland.

You must submit ID and supporting documents (if needed) by post or in person.

Start the online form

What you should know

A death certificate is the official record of a person's death and may be used for proof-of-death purposes.

There are 2 types of death certificates:

  • official death certificate shows cause of death and used to finalise estate matters
  • limited death certificate does not show cause of death and may not be accepted by all organisations.

Who can use this service

You can apply for a death certificate if:

you are the person’s

  • spouse
  • parent
  • child
Correct.you are the person who provided the details and signed the death registration
Correct.you are the funeral director
Correct.you are an executor of the person’s estate.
Check who else can apply and the documents they will need to provide.
Don’t use this service if:
Incorrect. the person died outside of Queensland
Instead, apply in that state, territory or country.
Incorrect. you want to commemorate the loss of your baby delivered before 20 weeks and weighed less than 400g
Instead, get an early pregnancy loss certificate.

How to apply for a death certificate

Choose how to submit and follow the steps.

Step 1: Gather your documents

Proof of identity

You need to gather 3 forms of proof of identification (ID) documents including proof of home address.

See Proof of identity documents.

Supporting documents

If you are applying for someone else's certificate, you will need to provide additional supporting documents.

See Supporting documents for certificate applications.

Translating documents

If your documents are not in English, you need to get them translated.

See Translating documents.

Step 2: Certify copies of your documents

You must get copies of your ID documents and supporting documents certified by an authorised person.

See Getting documents certified.

Step 3: Choose the application form

Online form

Complete the online form and pay the fee. Print the receipt.

Start the online form

PDF form

Download, print and complete the form by hand. Include the payment method on the form.

Download the PDF form

Step 4: Submit your application

Post to

Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages
PO Box 15188
CITY EAST  QLD  4002

Include your:

  • completed application form (if not submitted online)
  • receipt of online payment or payment method on the PDF form
  • certified copies of ID and supporting documents.

Step 5: Receive the certificate

Once your application is approved we will post the certificate to you.

Your application may not be approved if you:

You will not receive a refund if:

  • your application is refused
  • you cancel the application after we have reviewed it.

You can submit your application at any Queensland Magistrates Court or QGAP office (except at the Brisbane Magistrates Court).

Step 1: Gather your documents

Proof of identity

You need to gather 3 forms of proof of identification (ID) documents including proof of home address.

See Proof of identity documents.

Supporting documents

If you are applying for someone else's certificate, you will need to provide additional supporting documents.

See Supporting documents for certificate applications.

Translating documents

If your documents are not in English, you need to get them translated.

See Translating documents.

Step 2: Choose the application form

Online form

Complete the online form and pay the fee. Print the receipt.

Start the online form

PDF form

Download, print and complete the form by hand. Include the payment method on the form.

Download the PDF form

Step 3: Submit your application

Submit your application in person at a Queensland Magistrates Court or QGAP office (except at the Brisbane Magistrates Court).

Bring with you:

  • completed application form (if not submitted online)
  • receipt of online payment or payment method on the PDF form
  • original ID and supporting documents.

Step 4: Receive the certificate

Once your application is approved we will post the certificate to you.

Your application may not be approved if you:

You will not receive a refund if:

  • your application is refused
  • you cancel the application after we have reviewed it.

You can have your original proof of identity and supporting document sighted at some JPs in the Community locations when you submit and pay for your application online.

Step 1: Gather your documents

Proof of identity

You need to gather 3 forms of proof of identification (ID) documents including proof of home address.

See Proof of identity documents.

Supporting documents

If you are applying for someone else's certificate, you will need to provide additional supporting documents.

See Supporting documents for certificate applications.

Translating documents

If your documents are not in English, you need to get them translated.

See Translating documents.

Step 2: Fill in the application form

Online form

Complete the online form and pay the fee. Print the receipt.

Start the online form

Step 3: Submit your application

Take your original proof of identity and supporting document to be sighted at select JPs in the Community locations.

Bring with you:

  • receipt of payment
  • original proof of ID and supporting documents.

Step 4: Receive the certificate

Once your application is approved we will post the certificate to you.

Your application may not be approved if you:

You will not receive a refund if:

  • your application is refused
  • you cancel the application after we have reviewed it.

Step 1: Gather your documents

Proof of identity

You need to gather 3 forms of proof of identification (ID) documents including proof of home address.

See Proof of identity documents.

Supporting documents

If you are applying for someone else's certificate, you will need to provide additional supporting documents.

See Supporting documents for certificate applications.

Translating documents

If your documents are not in English, you need to get them translated.

See Translating documents.

Step 2: Fill in the application form

Online form

Complete the online form and pay the fee. Print the receipt.

Start the online form

Self-service kiosk at the Brisbane registry

If you don’t apply online, you will need to use our self-service kiosk at the Brisbane registry.

Step 3: Submit your application

Submit your application in person at:

Brisbane registry customer service centre
Level 32, 180 Ann Street, Brisbane

Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am–4.30pm.

Closed public holidays.

Bring with you:

  • receipt of online payment (if paid online) or payment method
  • original ID and supporting documents.

Step 4: Receive the certificate

Once your application is approved the certificate will be given to you in person.

Your application may not be approved if you:

You will not receive a refund if:

  • your application is refused
  • you cancel the application after we have reviewed it.

How long it takes

Processing times apply to applications submitted by post or in person at a Queensland Magistrates Court or QGAP office.

Standard application: up to 10 business days

Urgent application: within 2 business days (extra fee applies)

Applications missing any required information or documents will take longer.

Allow extra time for public holidays and postage.

How much it costs

The fee you pay is for you to submit your application and for the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages to review it.

  • 1 official death certificate: $54.40
  • 1 limited death certificate: $54.40
  • 2 death certificates—1 official and 1 limited: $108.80
  • Urgent application fee: $32.20

Regular postage is free.

You can choose other delivery types:

  • Registered post (recommended): $8.10
  • Express post: $8.55
  • International registered mail: $18.55

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Last updated:
10 February 2026