How to Apply for a Death Certificate in Ireland?
Applying for a death certificate in Ireland is simple and respectful:
- Complete the online Death Certificate Application Form.
- Provide a few basic details, such as the full name of the deceased, date and place of death. It only takes a couple of minutes.
- Pay securely online using a credit or debit card through our encrypted payment system.
- Receive the Irish Death Certificate by post at the mailing address provided in your application.
This quick, secure and reliable process makes it easy to request an Irish death certificate, whether you need an official copy for legal, financial, or family purposes, or to replace a lost or damaged certificate.
Why do you need a Death Certificate?
A death certificate is an official record of a person’s passing and may be required for a range of legal, financial, and administrative purposes, including:
- Settling estates and handling wills or inheritance matters
- Notifying banks, insurance companies, or pension providers
- Updating public records and government documents
- Applying for probate or managing a deceased person’s affairs
- Genealogy or family history research
Having an Irish death certificate ensures that you can complete necessary legal and administrative tasks with confidence.
Who can apply for a Death Certificate?
Anyone can apply for an Irish death certificate if the record is public or if they have a valid reason to request it.
This may include family members, legal representatives, or individuals managing estate or administrative matters on behalf of the deceased.
All death certificates are issued by the General Register Office (GRO Ireland), the official authority responsible for the civil registration of births, marriages and deaths throughout Ireland.
Why choose us?
Ordering an Irish death certificate online should be simple, safe and stress-free. We make the process easy from start to finish, no long forms, no waiting in queues, just trusted support and fast delivery:
Irish-based service
Fully compliant with Irish GRO standards for official certificates
Trusted assistance
Our friendly support team is here to help you at every step of the process
Easy online payment
Pay securely online with all major debit and credit cards — quick, safe and hassle-free
How it Works
Applying for an Irish death certificate has never been easier. You can complete everything online in just a few minutes, and the official certificate will be posted straight to your address.
Step 1
Fill out the
online form
Enter the details using our secure online application form. It only takes a few minutes, and we’ll guide you through each step
Step 2
Verification &
processing
Our team reviews the information to ensure everything is accurate and meets the requirements of the GRO of Ireland
Step 3
Receive the
certificate
Once processed, the Irish certificate is issued by the GRO and delivered by post directly to the address you provide
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Our support team is here to help: friendly, fast, and 100% online.
Disclaimer: eregister-ie.com is an independent administrative service provider. Our team offers support in document management and application processing, assisting clients in submitting the necessary information to obtain official certificates from the competent authorities in Ireland. The service has a fixed fee of 79€ per certificate, which covers the certificate cost, the complete processing service, and personalised assistance to ensure your application is successfully finalised. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or part of the Government of Ireland. We do not provide certificates directly, as we act as intermediary agent.

