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You can now order death certificates using our online certificate request service.

Copy Death certificates

There are several ways you can order a copy death certificate:

  • On-line - request a copy certificate
  • By telephone on 08450530021
  • By mail: postal applications to:
    Lancashire Certificate Service
    Quayside Court
    Chain Caul Way
    Preston PR2 2ZP
  • Or in person at the above address (View map and directions). Please be aware when applying in person as there may be a waiting time whilst the certificate is being produced.

Cheques or postal orders should be made payable to Lancashire County Council.

The information you will need

  • Full name at Death. If a married woman please give name and surname of husband
  • Date of birth
  • Occupation
  • Place of Death - (full address or name of hospital etc.)
  • Home Address
  • Date of Birth or Age at Death

Type of death certificates available

The certificates issued are standard certificates. These certificates are a certified and complete copy of the original entry of the record of the death.

If the death occurred recently you may order copy certificates from the office where the death was registered for £3.50 otherwise certificates cost £7.00.

 
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