How to notify Coutts of a death
Last reviewed May 2026
Contact the Coutts bereavement team
020 7957 2424Tap to call.
Prefer not to call? Use the online form instead.
Things you might need
- Their full name, date of birth and address
- Death certificate, original
- A certified copy of the will
- Executor id and address
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Start with a statement, a bill, their address or a list.
Official Coutts bereavement page
Check whether Coutts is on the Death Notification Service list before contacting them separately.
Don't cancel direct debits before you notify them. The bank will freeze and review payments as part of the bereavement process, and cancelling early can leave insurance or utilities unpaid.
What usually happens next
- Accounts in their sole name are usually frozen once Coutts is told. Joint accounts normally pass to the surviving holder.
- Whether you need probate depends on the total held and the bank's own limit, not a single legal figure.
- Many banks will pay a funeral invoice straight from the account before probate, on sight of the bill.
Common questions about Coutts
How do I notify Coutts of a death?
Coutts's preferred channel is online. Or call 020 7957 2424.
What documents does Coutts need?
Death certificate, original; A certified copy of the will; Executor id and address
How long does Coutts take to respond?
Response times vary; the official Coutts page is linked here.
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Related guides
What is probate?
What it means, when you need it, what it costs and how to apply yourself.
What to do when someone dies
The full UK checklist, from the first 24 hours through probate.
Death admin checklist
A week-by-week task list. Printable PDF available.
Tell Us Once explained
How the free government service notifies HMRC, DWP and your council in one go.
Closing accounts after death
Step-by-step for banks, utilities, pensions and subscriptions.
Bereavement financial help
Benefits and grants you may be entitled to claim.
Probate explained
When you need it, what it costs, and whether you need a solicitor.
Arranging a funeral
Every option and what it costs, and how to choose a funeral director.
Prepare your probate application
Gather the estate details, check what you need and build a pack before you apply yourself.
Funeral cost calculator
Estimate a funeral for your area and the choices you are making.
This page is general guidance and is not legal or financial advice.
