You should order multiple certified copies of the death certificate, ideally at least 5–10. This is because original copies are often required by different institutions—such as the probate court, banks, land offices, and government departments—before they will release assets or register transfers. While some institutions return originals after inspection, others keep them on file, so having a sufficient number prevents delays caused by waiting for copies to be returned or needing to request more later.
Categories: Probate Succession Planning
