dödsfallsbevis

Dödsfallsbevis is an official document that confirms the death of a person and provides essential information for administrative and legal processes. It is issued by the civil registration authority or another competent government body after the death has been registered. The certificate serves as proof of death in matters such as probate, settlement of estates, cancellation of financial accounts, and updating civil registries and benefits.

A typical dödsfallsbevis includes the deceased's name, date and place of death, and the date of birth; it may also carry a registration number and the place where the death was registered. The cause of death is often not listed on the short form, and more detailed information may require a separate report or a long-form certificate, available only to authorized persons.

Issuance and access: The document is usually requested by the executor, next of kin, or a legally authorized representative. Applicants may need to provide proof of identity and their interest, and in some jurisdictions a death certificate issued by the hospital or physician can accompany the request. A fee may apply, and processing times vary.

Legal significance and privacy: Dödsfallsbevis is a legally recognized document used to initiate estate settlement, close bank accounts, stop benefits, and update public records. Because it contains sensitive personal data, access is restricted to individuals with legitimate interest, subject to data protection rules. International use may require legalization or translation.