A Presumption of Death Report is an official application made to the National Registration Department (JPN) to obtain a Certificate of Presumption of Death for an individual who:
- Has been missing or cannot be traced for more than 7 years, or
- Is believed to have died even though the body was not found.
Procedures Before Registering a Presumption of Death with JPN
- Search / extract death certificate at JPN
- Obtain a Presumption of Death Order from the High Court if no death record exists
- Register the Presumption of Death at JPN using the court order
Reference: Section 108, Evidence Act 1950 (Act 56)
This application allows the next-of-kin to obtain official confirmation of death based on presumption for purposes such as:
- Estate administration
- Cancellation of official documents
- Insurance claims
- Other legal matters
An application for a presumed death order can be made in person or through a law firm.
Check the conditions at JPN