Frequently Asked Questions

Cremation funeral services in Singapore can include the practical funeral arrangements required before the deceased is cremated. Depending on the family’s needs, this may include collection and transportation of the deceased, preparation and embalming where required, casket arrangements, wake setup, religious or non-religious ceremonies, funeral-day transportation and cremation coordination. Families may choose a traditional multi-day wake, a shorter funeral arrangement or a simpler direct cremation in Singapore. After cremation, families can also consider arrangements for the cremated ashes, including columbarium placement, inland ash scattering or sea burial. Singapore Funeral Committee provides 24/7 assistance to help families arrange a respectful farewell according to their preferences.

Sea burial in Singapore usually refers to the respectful scattering of a deceased person’s cremated ashes at sea after cremation. Singapore Funeral Committee can assist families with sea transportation, timing, family attendance and simple memorial or prayer arrangements according to the family’s wishes. Religious or cultural elements may also be included where appropriate. Our funeral team can guide families through the arrangements and applicable requirements for a dignified final farewell at sea.

Yes. Singapore Funeral Committee provides Christian funeral packages in Singapore with respectful funeral arrangements tailored to the family’s needs and Christian traditions. Depending on the selected arrangements, our funeral team can assist with collection and transportation of the deceased, casket arrangements, embalming where required, wake setup, floral arrangements, memorial displays, church or pastoral coordination, funeral-day transportation, and cremation or burial arrangements. Families can choose a package based on the wake duration and services required. Our Christian funeral services in Singapore can also be personalised according to the family’s church, denomination and preferences. For 24/7 funeral assistance, call or WhatsApp +65 9844 8444.

Yes. Singapore Funeral Committee provides repatriation funeral packages in Singapore for families who need to send a deceased person overseas. Depending on the destination and applicable requirements, our funeral team can assist with collection and care of the deceased, embalming where required, documentation, embassy or consular coordination, coffin and sealing arrangements, air-freight coordination and transportation to the airport. Requirements can vary by destination country and airline. Families can view our Repatriation Services Singapore page for full service information or our Repatriation Funeral Package Singapore for package details. For 24/7 assistance, call or WhatsApp +65 9844 8444.

Yes. Singapore Funeral Committee provides Roman Catholic funeral services in Singapore with respectful arrangements that can include collection and transportation of the deceased, casket arrangements, embalming where required, wake setup, floral arrangements, memorial displays, church coordination, funeral Mass arrangements, funeral-day transportation, and cremation or burial coordination. Arrangements can be tailored according to the family’s parish, priest and preferences. Families looking for a complete Catholic funeral package in Singapore can also compare available package options based on the wake duration and services required. For 24/7 funeral assistance, call or WhatsApp +65 9844 8444.

Singapore Funeral Committee provides Buddhist funeral services in Singapore with arrangements tailored to the family’s Buddhist tradition, preferences and requirements. Depending on the family and the guidance of the appointed religious representative, arrangements may include wake setup, chanting or prayer sessions, altar and memorial arrangements, casket and transportation, cremation or burial coordination, and funeral-day assistance. Families can choose from different Buddhist funeral packages in Singapore based on the wake duration and arrangements required. As Buddhist practices can vary between traditions and families, our funeral directors will coordinate the funeral according to the family’s wishes and the guidance of their religious representative. For 24/7 assistance, call or WhatsApp +65 9844 8444.

Families who need funeral services in Singapore can contact Singapore Funeral Committee 24/7 for guidance and funeral arrangements. Our funeral directors can assist with collection and transportation of the deceased, wake setup, casket arrangements, religious or non-religious coordination, cremation or burial arrangements, and funeral-day logistics. We also provide assistance for direct cremation, international body repatriation and post-funeral arrangements. Families can review our funeral packages in Singapore to compare available arrangements. For immediate assistance, call or WhatsApp +65 9844 8444.

Singapore Funeral Committee provides a range of funeral services in Singapore for families with different religious, cultural and practical requirements. Services can include direct cremation, home funeral arrangements, Christian funerals, Roman Catholic funerals, Buddhist funerals, Taoist funerals, Hindu funerals, Soka funerals and Freethinker funerals. We can also assist with embalming where required, body repatriation, cremation or burial coordination, funeral-day transportation and sea burial or ash-scattering arrangements after cremation. Families can also compare funeral packages in Singapore based on their preferred wake duration, religious requirements and services needed. For 24/7 funeral assistance, call or WhatsApp +65 9844 8444.

You can apply for a permit to cremate a body through the NEA portal [here]

To apply for a Permit to Cremate in Singapore, choose between a Government or private crematorium. The application takes about 10 minutes and requires details about the deceased and Next-of-Kin. Supporting documents may be needed, especially for foreigners. Written confirmation of death, like a digital death certificate, is essential. Only one correct application should be submitted, as amendments require resubmission. Seek assistance at Mandai Crematorium if approval isn't received within 1 hour.

Submit the permit application before cremation, whether at Mandai Crematorium or private crematoria. Choa Chu Kang Crematorium only handles unclaimed deceased from hospitals.

No service fee is required for this application.

You can access the cremation schedule through the NEA portal [here]

You can apply for a permit to bury a body through the NEA portal [here]

To obtain a permit for burying a body in Singapore, you must first complete an application form, which takes about 10 minutes. Required information includes details about the deceased and the Next-of-Kin. Supporting documents may be needed, such as identification for the requester and the digital death certificate of the deceased.

Written confirmation of death is essential for the application, and it can be made by immediate family, nearest relative, or an authorized person. Only one correct application should be submitted; any amendments will require resubmission. If approval is not received within 1 hour, assistance can be sought at the Choa Chu Kang Cemetery Office.

From 29 May 2022, you do not need to register a death in person. Once a doctor certifies a death online, it will be automatically registered. You can retrieve the digital certificate from [http://go.gov.sg/mylegacy-edc]

You can apply for a niche for cremated remains through the NEA portal [here]
This form seeks permission to add cremated remains to a government niche or grave at Choa Chu Kang cemetery.

Approval from the original applicant (OA) is necessary, or authorization if you're not the OA. Required documents include the deceased's death certificate, a valid cremation permit, and an OA authorization letter if applicable.

Surrendering a niche from a government columbarium is mandatory before adding it to another government columbarium. The logged-in session expires after 30 minutes of inactivity. No service fee is needed for this application.

You can apply for inland ash scattering through the NEA portal [here]

This form is for requesting the Inland Ash Scattering service. It takes about 10 minutes to complete. Required documents vary depending on the situation.

Only Singapore Citizens/Permanent Residents and foreigners with immediate next-of-kin who are Singapore Citizens/Permanent Residents are eligible. No advance booking is allowed, and pulverization of remains is mandatory.

Payment must be made within 30 minutes of selecting the session, or the application will need to be resubmitted. The service fee is $320.

The cost of repatriation from Singapore depends on the destination, flight route, preparation and overseas services required. Explore our Repatriation Funeral Package and contact us for an itemised quotation. We will clarify the agreed services, freight charges and any separate overseas collection or onward transportation costs. Call or WhatsApp +65 9844 8444 for 24/7 assistance.

The agreed services may include collection, care and preparation of the deceased, coffin arrangements, documentation assistance, consular coordination and transport coordination. The exact scope depends on the case. View our Repatriation Funeral Package and ask our team to confirm the inclusions and exclusions in writing.

Requirements vary by destination, carrier and circumstances. Documents may include a death certificate, identification documents, next-of-kin authorisation, the relevant export permit, preparation certificates and consular approvals. Our team can help identify the checklist for your case and explain which documents the family needs to provide.

The timeframe depends on release of the deceased, document availability, approvals, preparation and transport availability. Ask our team for an estimated schedule and details of outstanding requirements. Confirm the arrival arrangements before announcing an overseas funeral date.

Requirements depend on the destination, carrier and circumstances. Tell our team about religious preferences before preparation begins. We can check the applicable requirements and discuss the arrangements with the relevant parties and your religious representative where needed.

Ask our team once the proposed route is known. Passenger bookings and transportation of the deceased require separate confirmation. Avoid purchasing tickets until the relevant travel arrangements are sufficiently confirmed.

Confirm a receiving party or funeral provider before departure. Clarify who will handle arrival procedures, collection, onward transportation and the funeral overseas. Our team can coordinate relevant transport information with the receiving party as part of the agreed arrangement.

Yes. Families considering this option can review our Direct Cremation Package. Transporting ashes overseas involves separate destination and carrier requirements. Ask our team about the documents, urn arrangements and additional services required. Overseas transportation is not automatically included in the cremation package.

Under MOM’s security bond conditions, clause (iii), the employer must bear the cost of burial, cremation or returning the deceased worker’s body to their country or region of citizenship if the worker dies in Singapore. This requirement applies to workers covered by those conditions. Contact MOM for clarification if you are unsure whether they apply to the deceased’s work pass. Our Repatriation Funeral Package team can provide an itemised quotation for the employer’s review.

Tell our team immediately and explain which identification documents are available. Ask the relevant embassy or High Commission which documents or verification it requires. Do not assume a missing or expired passport makes repatriation impossible, or that another document automatically replaces it.

A proposed route may involve transit, subject to the carrier’s acceptance and applicable requirements. Ask whether the journey is direct or involves a connection, who checks transit requirements and how the receiving party will receive updates.

Provide the deceased’s current location, nationality, destination country, arrival city and intended final address. Also share any religious preferences and receiving-provider details. Explain which documents are available so our team can assess the requested services and prepare a quotation.

Ask our team to identify freight and cargo-handling charges clearly in the quotation. Confirm whether these amounts are fixed, estimated or separate. Our Repatriation Funeral Package quotation should also clarify destination collection and onward transportation charges.

Do not place belongings inside the coffin without checking first. Ask the funeral director what the carrier, destination and religious arrangements permit. Clarify how the team will record and return any items that cannot accompany the deceased.

Contact the insurer or assistance company early to check coverage and any approval requirements. Share its case reference and coordinator’s details with our team. Obtain written confirmation of payment arrangements rather than assuming the policy covers every service.

View our Repatriation Funeral Package, then call or WhatsApp +65 9844 8444. Share the deceased’s current location, destination and available case details. Our team can discuss the requested services and provide an itemised quotation.