Registering a Death in Malaysia

# Registering a Death in Malaysia

What Is It

Registering a death is a legal requirement in Malaysia. The process must be completed within 7 days of the demise to obtain the official Death Certificate (Sijil Kematian) issued by the National Registration Department (JPN) and the burial permit required by cemeteries.

Who Is Eligible

Relatives, next of kin, or representatives of the deceased individual who passed away inside Malaysia.

Required Documents

Deceased's original MyKad or Passport.

Medical Certificate of the Cause of Death (Borang 14 / Death Slip issued by hospital medical officer).

JPN Form JPN.LM02 (Death Registration Form).

Copy of Informant's MyKad or Passport.

Police report (if the death occurred at home or under suspicious circumstances).

Step-by-Step Procedure

1. Obtain Death Slip: - Hospital Death: The medical officer certifies the cause of death and issues Borang 14. - Home Death: Lodge a report at the nearest police station. The police medical officer will issue the death slip. 2. Burial Permit: Obtain the Burial/Cremation Permit (Permit Menguburkan) from the police station or hospital. 3. Visit JPN Counter: Bring all documents to the JPN office within 7 days. 4. Submit JPN.LM02: Complete the JPN.LM02 registration form. 5. Surrender ID Card: Surrender the deceased's physical MyKad to the JPN officer. 6. Collect Certificate: JPN issues the official Death Certificate (Sijil Kematian) instantly.

Cost & Processing Time

Cost: Free of charge if registered within the 7-day window. Late registrations (after 7 days) are subject to a RM10.00 late application fee.

Processing Time: The Death Certificate is printed and issued within 30 minutes at JPN counters.

Where to Apply

Any National Registration Department (JPN) branch office or UTC JPN counter.

Official Website: [JPN Malaysia](https://www.jpn.gov.my).

Important Notes

The physical Burial Permit must be presented to the cemetery or crematorium caretaker before any interment can take place.