What is the 'Tell Us Once' service?

During the upsetting and stressful time of losing someone, you'll need to tell many government agencies. With your permission, the free and optional Tell Us Once service allows you to tell those government agencies in one go.

How do I use the service?

Before using the service, you will need to register the death. During the appointment, the Registrar will give you a unique reference number and advise you about how to use the service.

Who does the Tell Us Once service notify?

The Tell Us Once service can notify the following departments:

• Assisted Waste
• Council housing
• Council tax
• Electoral services
• Housing Benefit
• Licences and permits
• Owe payments to council
• His Majesty’s Passport Service (HMPO)
• Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)
• Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA)
• His Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC)
• Public Sector Pension Services

You can find out more about the Tell Us Once service on GOV.UK.