Seattle

Death Registration – Transportation of Ashes/Mortal Remains to India

Note:

  • If the deceased is a U.S./foreign national and does not hold an OCI, we cannot process the Death Registration for carrying ashes or mortal remains to India.

1.

Miscellaneous Application (Click Here)

(Please fill out, Print, and sign the Miscellaneous Application, and bring it to the consulate along with the supporting documents.)

2.

Docs of Deceased (Original & Copy) - Passport and Death Certificate and Cremation Certificate

3.

Docs of Informant/Relative (Original & Copy) - Passport and Proof of Address

4.

For Ashes only:- Cremation Certificate (Original and 1 Photo Copy)

5.

For Mortal Remains only:- Non-communicable disease certificate form Health Department and Embalming Certificate and Transit Permit (All Original and 1 Photo Copy)

6.

Fees : $0 (For 1st Set of Attestation)
for every extra copy: $10 and $2 (Please issue 2 Separate Cashier’s Checks/Money Orders)

1.

Miscellaneous Application (Click Here)

(Please fill out, Print, and sign the Miscellaneous Application, and bring it to the consulate along with the supporting documents.)

2.

Docs of Deceased (Original & Copy) - Passport and Death Certificate and OCI (Front & Last Page)

3.

Docs of Informant/Relative (Original & Copy) - Passport and Proof of Address

4.

For Ashes only:- Cremation Certificate (Original and 1 Photo Copy)

5.

For Mortal Remains only:- Non-communicable disease certificate form Health Department and Embalming Certificate and Transit Permit (All Original and 1 Photo Copy)

6.

Fees :
For Carrying Ashes : $40 and $2 (For 1st Set of Attestation)
For Carrying Mortal Remains: $60 and $2 (For 1st Set of Attestation)
For every extra copy: $10 and $2 (Please issue 2 Separate Cashier’s Checks/Money Orders)

FAQs on Death Documents Attestation - Transportation of Ashes/Mortal Remains to India

No. Question Proposed Answer
1. How can one apply for Death Documents Attestation ?

Depending on whether the Deceased person was (Indian Passport Holder OR OCI Holder ),

Please go through the checklist which is applicable to you, and bring the Application with Supporting documents to the Consulate between 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
2. Does one need to make an appointment for Death Documents Attestation ?

Applicants may walk into the Consulate on any working day as per below:
Timing for submitting the documents: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Timing for collection of the documents: Next day 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
3. What is the processing time for Death Documents Attestation ?

One day (Next Day), for the application submitted in Person/over the counter.
4. Documents  valid as a proof of address/residence?

•    US Driving License OR

•    Utility Bill OR

•    Lease Agreement OR

•    State Identity Card OR

•    Mortgage Deed
5. What Documents are valid as a proof of US Visa Status?

•    Visa page of Passport (i.e. H1B, H4, L1, L2 etc.) OR

•    Green Card. OR

•    Employment Authorization Document (Work Permit) OR

•    I-797, I-140 or I-20
6. Can Applicants send the documents to the Consulate by Post or Physical Mail ?

Yes, Applicants can send the Application with Supporting Documents Via Post or Physical Mail.

Please make sure all the documents you are sending are Notarized.

Please send a Self Addressed prepaid envelope/Label along with your application.
7. How can I contact the Consulate for questions or concerns related to Registration of Death - Carrying Ashes/Mortal Remains to India?

You may write to misc.seattle@mea.gov.in