To request a change to a death registration, you will need to follow the five steps below:
1. Fill out the Correction of Error or Omission in Death Registration (VSA 412D) form (PDF, 920KB) EXCEPT for the last section entitled “Declaration”, which you will complete in step 3.
If you do not have a printer, you can get the form at any Service BC counter, or request the form by mail by calling Vital Statistics at 250 952-2681.
2. Gather original government-issued documents to support your request. Examples include:
3. Take the application form and original documents to an authorized person (i.e. notary public, lawyer, or Service BC agent). This person will do two things for you:
Tip: Legislation allows authorized persons to charge a fee for this service. Find out about fees before visiting an office.
4. Include payment for the requested change, and any new certificates you order.
Change to the registration |
$27.00 |
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Certificates |
$27.00 |
Registration photocopies |
$50.00 |
Note: We cannot issue new certificates until we receive all certificates issued prior to the change.
5. Submit ALL the items listed below by mail to the Vital Statistics Agency or in person to a Service BC counter.