Ideally, registration would have taken place within 5 days of the death so this is not usually a problem. However, sometimes there is a delay and it is important that you keep us informed if this is the case.

Most crematoriums require the Registrar’s Certificate for Burial of Cremation at least three full working days prior to the funeral date. This is because it needs to be approved by the medical referee. If it is not approved, or received in time, then the funeral cannot take place.

For burial, it very much depends on where it is taking place. Most churches require it on the day of the funeral itself, however, town councils (if the burial is in a cemetery) often need it in advance.