The High Commission of the Gabonese Republic to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is concurrently accredited to Sweden, Denmark, Norway, the Republic of Ireland and Finland. In that respect, the High Commission is competent in dealing with any application of Death Certificate from these countries.

Requirements and information:

1. A Cover letter addressed to the High Commissioner (Please state the reason for submission)
2. A Copy of the Death certificate delivered by the UK “Certified Copy of an Entry of Death” or by the accredited countries
3. An application form duly completed and signed by the applicant
4. A proof of the deceased’s Gabonese nationality. Acceptable proof: passport, National Identity card or birth certificate with another Photo ID)
5. A Photocopy of the Identification document (ID) of the applicant(s)
6. A proof of relationship with the deceased (please provide supporting a document): birth certificate, marriage certificate, etc…
7. The occupation of the deceased
8. The custom of the deceased

All documents can be submitted in person or by post:
To:       Consular Service
High Commission of the Gabonese Republic 27 Elvaston Place, London SW7 5NL

If the applicant wishes to receive the Death Certificate by post:

• For applicant residing in the UK: a prepaid self-addressed envelope (Royal Mail Special Delivery) is required.
• For applicant residing outside of the UK (only accredited countries): please arrange postal service with an International Courier Company (UPS, DHL, Parcelforce, etc…)

Application Processing time:  Five (5) working days.
 Opening Days:                         Monday to Friday
Lodging/collection                      10:00 am – 11:30am (no appointment needed)

Please Note: Any uncompleted application will automatically be rejected.