Greek death certificate online via gov.gr — step by step

Last updated: July 2026 · Ελληνικά

Once the death is registered with the civil registry, you can issue copies of the death certificate electronically through gov.gr — free and as many times as you need, with no office visit. The digital copy has the same legal force as the printed one.

What you need

Personal Taxisnet credentials to sign in to gov.gr.
The deceased's basic details: full name and date/place of death.
The death must already be registered with the civil registry — in practice the funeral home almost always handles this.

The steps

Go to gov.gr and search for the death-certificate service (Family → Bereavement section).
Sign in with your Taxisnet credentials.
Search for the record using the deceased's details.
Issue the copy — a PDF is generated with a unique verification code.
Save it and send/print it wherever it is requested. You can re-issue a fresh copy any time.

When you WON'T find the record on gov.gr

Electronic issuance requires that the record is digitised in the national «Citizens' Registry» system. The most common reasons a search returns nothing:

The death hasn't been registered yet (the first few days) — ask the funeral home whether registration is complete.
It is an older death that hasn't been digitised — then use a KEP office or the civil registry where the record was drawn up.
The search details don't match exactly (name spelling, date).

Frequently asked questions

Is the electronic copy valid at banks and public services?

Yes. The gov.gr PDF carries a unique verification code and has the same force as a copy issued by a KEP office or civil registry. The organisation receiving it can verify its authenticity online.

How much does it cost?

Nothing — issuance through gov.gr is free, for as many copies as you need. Since banks, EFKA, the tax office and insurers usually ask for one copy each, it's easiest to issue a fresh one each time rather than keep photocopies.

Can any relative issue it?

The electronic issuance uses the applicant's own credentials. In practice close family members issue it without difficulty; for more distant kinship you may be asked to prove a legitimate interest at the civil registry.

Procedures and details may change — confirm the steps with the responsible authority. This guide provides practical guidance, not legal advice.

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