Death in the Family in Düsseldorf

In case of death, a doctor must first confirm death and issue a death certificate. In hospitals or care homes, the facility handles this.

Hire a funeral director of your choice. They handle most formalities: pickup, registry office, burial permit, death certificates.

The death must be registered at Düsseldorf registry office – usually the funeral director handles this. There you receive the death certificates.

Notify all relevant institutions about the death: Employer, landlord, banks, insurances, pension insurance, health insurance.

Settle the inheritance: Is there a will? Who are the heirs? Is a certificate of inheritance needed? For larger assets or real estate, a certificate is often required.