Only Next-of-Kin of the deceased or persons authorised by the Next-of-Kin are allowed to download a copy of the digital death certificate from My Legacy.

The Next-of-Kin for this purpose are:

• spouse,

• parent,

• child,

• sibling,

• grandparent,

• grandchild,

• aunt/uncle; and

• niece/nephew.

For deceased with no immediate Next-of-Kin, individuals who are assisting in the post-death matters can approach the hospital or certifying doctor for a hardcopy printout of the death certificate.