How to Notify TD Bank of a Death

Phone or branch. Call TD Bank's 24/7 general line and ask for the Estates team, or visit a local branch.

TD Bank — contact info

Estate / bereavement phone
888-751-9000
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24 hours a day, 7 days a week
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What TD Bank requires

  • Death certificate

  • Proof of your authority to act for the estate

    Such as letters testamentary or an equivalent court document, confirmed with the Estates team.

A letter you can send TD Bank today

TD Bank
[Institution Address]

Re: Notification of Death — Account Holder Robert J. Sample


Dear Sir or Madam,

I am writing to notify you of the passing of Robert J. Sample. Robert J. Sample held an account with your institution.

I am the personal representative of the estate and am authorized to act on behalf of the decedent's affairs.

I respectfully request the following:

1. That the account be flagged to reflect the account holder's passing.
2. That all account activity be frozen to protect the estate's assets.
3. That you provide me with instructions and any required forms to transfer or close the account in accordance with your institution's procedures.

TD Bank death notification FAQ

How do I notify TD Bank of a death?

Phone or branch. Call TD Bank's 24/7 general line and ask for the Estates team, or visit a local branch.

What documents does TD Bank require?

Death certificate Proof of your authority to act for the estate — Such as letters testamentary or an equivalent court document, confirmed with the Estates team.

What if my loved one had other accounts besides TD Bank?

Every institution has its own process and required documents. Estate Assist reads the estate's documents, identifies every institution to notify, and drafts a personalized letter for each one automatically.

Other institutions

Checked against TD Bank's official website on July 18, 2026. Requirements, contact info, and processes change — confirm current requirements with TD Bank's official page before relying on this guide. Estate Assist provides general information, not legal advice.