Funeral services (殡葬服务) in Singapore

Is the need immediate, or are you planning ahead?

If a loved one has just passed away, take a breath. Our guide what to do when a loved one passes away in Singapore sets out the first steps in plain language. You can also message Benjamin, who will listen first and help you decide what to do next.

If you are planning ahead, you have time to talk with your family, compare options and write down wishes. See pre-planning versus immediate arrangements.

What does a funeral service usually cover?

Details differ between providers and families, so this is a general picture only.

• Guidance on the paperwork that follows a death, such as the medical certification and registration of death.
• Care and transport of the deceased.
• A wake or farewell ceremony, held according to the family's faith and customs.
• Cremation or burial arrangements.
• Afterwards, where the ashes are placed. See columbarium niches and ancestral tablets.

What does Benjamin do?

Benjamin gives guidance, refers families to a funeral provider and coordinates with them. He is not himself the funeral director or the provider of the service. The exact scope of what he coordinates will be confirmed and shown on this page.

He will share current options and prices from the provider when you ask.

How can a family prepare?

Even a short conversation helps. Talk about faith and customs, who should be informed, and any wishes a parent has shared. Our guide on preparing for a consultation lists useful points.