How do you register your last will and testament?

You can decide what happens to your body after you die (cremation or burial). You register your choice with the city.

Who can request the extract?

• Yourself
• Your legal representative (e.g. parent or guardian) or a specially authorized representative (lawyer, notary, …)
• Third parties (a person or a public or private institution)
  • Only if the issuance of the documents is prescribed or permitted by law
  • The application must be submitted in writing and signed
  • State the legal provisions on which the application is based

How much does it cost?

Free of charge.

How do you request an extract?

You can request online or at a Digipunt.

Online

Request an extract

At a Digipunt

Visit a Digipunt. You can use a computer with internet access there free of charge. During the digital consultation hours, you will receive help with your application.

When will you get the document?

That depends on how you request the document:

• If you apply yourself using your electronic identity card
  You usually receive the document immediately in your mailbox.
• If you apply for someone else using your electronic identity card
  You will receive the document in your mailbox after verification.
• If you apply without using your electronic identity card
  You will receive the document after about five working days at your official address.

Are you using the document abroad?

In some case legalisation is necessary.