Inform Organisations

What documentaion or information will I need to inform organisations of the death?

• Address book listing close friends and relatives who will need to be informed
• Passport
• Vehicle registration documents if the deceased owned a car
• Driving licence/parking permits/travel cards/Blue Badge for disabled parking
• Membership cards or documents/correspondence showing membership of clubs, associations, Trade Unions and similar

Notify Benefits

What documents do I need to notify benefits/tax credits offices about the death?

• Any correspondence confirming payment to the deceased:
  • Benefits normally available from the Jobcentre Plus office
  • Tax credits normally available from HM Revenue & Customs
  • State Pension normally available from the Department for Work and Pensions
• Child Benefit Number (if relevant)