Register a Death in Manchester

When the worst has happened and you have lost a loved one, you may need help at this difficult time to register a death in Manchester or elsewhere in the country.

If a death has occurred in Manchester, then it should be registered locally and our sympathetic probate solicitors are here to guide you through the procedure.

Firstly, you should contact the local Register Office which in this case can be found at Heron House, 47 Lloyd Street, Manchester M2 5LE. 

It is advisable to book an appointment as you may not be seen without one and as the offices are based in the city centre, they can get very busy.  They can be contacted on; 0161 234 5005.

The death of a person must be registered within 5 days of them passing away but first you must obtain an official death certificate from a GP or hospital doctor.

Once you have the documentation, you will be able to register the death and make a start on arranging the funeral.  Wills and Probate matters can be dealt with later and we can guide you through all of this.

After you register a death we can:

Check if there is a valid Will

List the testators' assets and liabilities

Calculate any Inheritance Tax payable to HMRC.

Apply for a 'Grant of Probate' 

Liaise with HM Revenue & Customs

Distribute monies to the beneficiaries of the Will

If you need advice and support about registering a death, contact our probate lawyers on 0161 720 7200 or email enq@rosslegal.co.uk.

HCB Ross Legal

Register a death in Manchester