Dealing with the death of a loved one
Learn how to report a death to government agencies. Get a death certificate and survivor benefits.
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Agencies to notify when someone dies
Learn how to cancel payments and notify the government and businesses after someone dies.
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Report the death of a Social Security or Medicare beneficiary
Find out how to notify Social Security and Medicare to cancel benefits for someone who has died.
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How to get a certified copy of a death certificate
Many organizations require a certified copy of the death certificate when someone dies. How you get copies depends on whether the person died in the U.S. or abroad.
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Benefit finder: death of a loved one
Find government survivor benefits including COVID-19 funeral benefits, housing, and education help.
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Veterans burial and survivor benefits
Learn how to qualify for and receive veterans burial and survivor benefits.
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How to get copies of military records
Learn how to get your own military records or someone else’s.
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What to do if a U.S. citizen dies abroad
U.S. embassies can help with funeral arrangements and documentation when a U.S. citizen dies abroad.
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