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How to issue death certificates online at Dh60

As part of the digital services launched by the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP), UAE residents can now issue death certificates without going to government offices or typing centers. The ministry recently launched a digital service to establish convenience for Emiratis and expatriates in obtaining birth and death certificates. With the new MoHAP service, residents can file a request online and pay a nominal fee of Dh60. The request will be completed within one working day. ALSO READ: UAE residents can get birth certificates online at Dh60   Here is the step-by-step guide on how to issue death certificates using the MoHAP service in the UAE:  

What are the required documents to issue death certificates using the MoHAP service in the UAE?

If the death occurred in the UAE: — Registration by the application through e-services on the website, at a public health center, or at the hospital. — Copy of Emirates ID or passport, along with the original copy. — Deceased nationals: Copy of the original family book. — Deceased expats: Copy of passport and original with Visa; Copy and original of UAE ID. — Electronic death notification from the hospital according to the approved form. — Statement from hospital police office or district police station if death occurred at home. — Forensic medical report in the case of criminal suspicion. If the UAE national died outside the country: — A death certificate certified and translated into Arabic by the UAE Embassy in the country where the death occurred and a report from the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation stating the cause of death. — Death certificate duly attested by the country in which the death occurred. — Family book of the deceased and original passport. — Certified statement or proof of deceased's burial outside of the country or within the UAE. — Certificate will be provided to the deceased’s family or other delegated person.  

How much does it cost to issue death certificates using the MoHAP service in the UAE?

The application fee for issuing a certificate is Dh60. However, additional fees may arise depending on the mode of payment used (Mastercard or Visa/Bank Transfer).  

How to issue death certificates through the MoHAP website?

— Sign in to the e-service portal, smartforms.moh.gov.ae:444, obtain a username and password, and log into the e-system. — Submit the application and pay the fees. — Attach the relevant documents. — The Public Health Centre in the respected emirate will verify the attachments. — Get the certificate delivered or visit a public health center in the same emirate to verify and match the original documents. RZSP/Expat Media
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