The Tower Hamlets Registry Office provides essential services for registering deaths, a necessary step for families during a difficult time. Located in the heart of Tower Hamlets, this office offers a compassionate and efficient service to help complete the official registration process. Their dedicated team is available to guide you through the required paperwork and answer any questions you may have, ensuring all legal obligations are met with care and sensitivity.
One of the first steps required after someone passes away is to register the death, which legally needs to be done within five days in most circumstances (unless the Coroner is involved). This registration formally records the death and is necessary for the registrar to issue the ‘Certificate for Burial or Cremation’ (often called the Green Form).
Obtaining this certificate is essential, as it allows us, your funeral directors, to proceed with confirming and finalising the funeral arrangements according to your wishes.
Please remember we are here to support you through this process. If you have any questions about the information needed or the documents you’ll receive from the registrar, don’t hesitate to ask us. For more information read our full guide on How to Register a Death or our FAQs below.
You will need to take the following with you to your appointment:
The Registrar will ask for the following information:
The registrar will then issue you a green form which you should give to the Funeral Director to proceed with the funeral arrangements. You are also entitled to one copy of the Death Certificate. Additional copies can be purchased.
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