Families Can Now Deactivate Aadhaar After Death: Step-by-Step Guide

Balasahana Suresh
The Unique Identification Authority of india (UIDAI) has introduced a new online service allowing families to report the death of a loved one and deactivate their Aadhaar number. This ensures that the deceased’s Aadhaar is no longer misused for fraudulent activities. Here’s what you need to know:

1. Why Deactivating Aadhaar is Important

· Prevents identity misuse and financial fraud.

· Stops unauthorized transactions or claims linked to the Aadhaar of the deceased.

· Ensures that the government’s records remain accurate.

2. Who Can Apply

· Only immediate family members or legal heirs of the deceased can request Aadhaar deactivation.

· This includes parents, spouse, or children.

3. How to Deactivate Aadhaar Online

UIDAI has made the process simple and accessible via the MyAadhaar portal. Follow these steps:

Step 1: Visit the Official Portal

· Go to MyAadhaar portal.

Step 2: Select “Report Death & Deactivate Aadhaar”

· Look for the option to report a deceased member and submit the request for deactivation.

Step 3: Fill in Required Details

· Provide Aadhaar number of the deceased, name, date of death, and relationship to the applicant.

· Upload supporting documents, such as a death certificate.

Step 4: Submit the Request

· review all details carefully and submit the application.

· uidai will process the request and deactivate the Aadhaar number.

4. Offline Option

· Families can also visit the nearest Aadhaar enrolment center with the death certificate.

· Staff will assist in submitting the deactivation request in person.

5. Post-Deactivation

· Once deactivated, the Aadhaar cannot be used for banking, government schemes, or any other authentication.

· This step helps protect families from potential financial or identity fraud.

Key Takeaways:

· uidai now allows online deactivation of Aadhaar after death.

· Only family members or legal heirs can apply.

· Use the MyAadhaar portal or visit an enrolment center with a death certificate.

· Deactivation ensures the Aadhaar cannot be misused after the person’s death.

By reporting the death and deactivating Aadhaar, families can secure the identity of their loved ones and prevent misuse of personal data in the wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW">digital ecosystem.


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