Get What To Do With A Passport When The Passport Holder Has Died - Gov

This guide provides clear and supportive instructions on how to properly fill out the form for handling the passport of a deceased individual. Whether you're familiar with online forms or this is your first time, you will find detailed steps to assist you in this important process.

Follow the steps to accurately complete the form online.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the document and open it in the online editor.
2. Begin by carefully filling in the details of the passport holder. Enter their last name and first names as they appear on the passport.
3. Provide the date of birth in the specified format (day, month, year). Make sure to double-check the entry for accuracy.
4. Fill in the town and country of birth of the passport holder as required.
5. Enter the passport number as it appears on the document.
6. If available, include the death certificate number to assist in processing.
7. Indicate your name, including title, first name, and surname.
8. Complete your address, ensuring all information is accurate, including the postcode.
9. Specify your relationship to the deceased to provide context for your request.
10. Tick one of the provided boxes to indicate your preferred action regarding the passport: either cancelling it and having it disposed of safely or cancelling it and returning it to you.
11. Read the statement confirming the correctness of the information you have provided, and add your signature to finalize the document.
12. Once you have completed the form, save your changes. You can then download the form, print it, or share it as needed.

Complete your documents online today to ensure proper handling of the passport.