Sworn translation · French → English
Death Certificate – France
The death certificate issued by a French town hall, translated into English for an estate, a bank, an insurer or a pension abroad.
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About this translation
In France, a death certificate (acte de décès) is drawn up by the town hall where the death occurred, and it is also recorded by the town hall of the last home address if different. It gives the full identity of the deceased, the date, time and place of death, the date and place of birth, occupation and address, the parents' names and, where relevant, the spouse's name, as well as the identity of the person who declared the death. The cause of death is not shown.
When do you need it translated?
Settling an estate abroad, for example through probate
Closing accounts or claiming life insurance or a pension outside France
Remarriage of the surviving spouse abroad
Updating family details with a foreign authority
Our translation
The translation covers the whole certificate: text, any marginal notes, the town hall stamp and the registrar's signature. The version offered matches the full copy issued by the town hall. If the foreign authority requires it, legalisation can be added as an option when you order.