Some countries require a Cadaver Certificate before they will
allow a body into the country for burial. The certificate, if
issued, confirms that no epidemic of infectious disease occurred in
the borough for some three months preceding the death.
Cadaver certificates
This formality of obtaining the cadaver certificate is usually
handled by the undertaker, making the arrangements on behalf of the
relatives. However, anyone can apply. The funeral directors will
also help with anything requested by the Coroner and with
requirements of the authorities in the overseas country to which
the deceased is going.
Some of these requirements may apply for burial in another
part of the United Kingdom.
The certificate is issued by the Environmental Health Officer
for the Council in whose area the person died, or is to be exhumed
from before reburial elsewhere.
For further Information Contact
Environment Services
Friars Wynd
Richmond
North Yorkshire
DL10 4RT
Tel: 01748 829100 Fax: 01748 826186
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