This e-certificate is an official document that declares a person dead. Local government authorities process the application at the sector level where the death has been registered. This service is provided by the Ministry of Local Government (MINALOC).
The following are the most frequently asked questions about death certificates:
How much does a death certificate cost?
This service costs RWF 1200 .
What are the requirements to apply for a death certificate?
An applicant should have the deceased's national ID (if the death happened after the new national ID issuance, you must have their national ID). The national ID is unnecessary if the death happened before the new national ID issuance; death information and a valid phone number, email address, or both.
Can I submit the death certificate application to any sector of the applicant's choice?
Submitting it to the sector where the death is registered is advisable.
What is the processing time for a death certificate?
The processing time is 1 working day.
How does an applicant get their certificate?
The death certificate is an E-certificate. You can download it on IremboGov using the application number or billing number.
How do I know the authenticity of the death certificate generated via IremboGov?
To find out how to verify the authenticity of the e-certificate, click here.
Can I download another death certificate if the one an applicant had is lost or damaged?
Yes, you can download the certificate as many times as possible.