Probate - forms to send with application

[zico]

It seems obvious that I'd have to send a death certificate with a probate application, but surprisingly the Gov online system makes no mention of this.
The link below is from the online application system.

Send your documents
1. Prepare to send your documents
You must send the probate registry:

either your completed application coversheet or write your reference number xxxx- xxxx -xxxx on a sheet of paper
the original will (by law, we must keep your original will as it becomes a public document)
We cannot give you a grant of probate without the required documents.
2. Send your documents to the probate registry
Send your documents using a signed postal service to:

Principal Registry of the Family Division (PRFD)
HMCTS Probate
PO Box 12625
Harlow
CM20 9QE

[AF62]

It is clearer on the paper form what needs to be submitted - https://assets.publishing.service.gov.u ... n_save.pdf

and that does include an original copy of the death certificate and an original copy of the will (if there is one).

[hiriskpaul]

If you apply online you don't need to send a death certificate. The cover sheet and original Will is fine.

You should of course take a copy of the Will (or a scan) and send by recorded delivery!