Arrange the Funeral & Burial

8) Arrange the Funeral & Burial

• Arrange for the transportation of the deceased body (hospital, home, elsewhere).
• Once the Burial Certificate (Green Form) has been issued the burial will need to be booked at the cemetery of your choosing (via the MBC representatives or other authorized representatives).
• When arranging the burial slot, it is important to factor enough time to complete all the religious rites in preparation of the deceased body for burial.
• You will need to complete the Burial (Internment) Form and make arrangements for the payment for the burial fees (cemetery charges).
• Once all the religious rites have been completed the deceased needs to be taken to the cemetery for burial.
• Upon arrival the completed paperwork will need to given to the Cemetery Registrar (Local Authority) to be checked and ensure everything is in accordance to the statutory requirements prior to them issuing permission for the burial to commence.
• Ensure you arrive at the cemetery in good time and in accordance to the time slot given. Delays may result in the cancellation of the burial and/or additional charges being applied.
• Please adhere to all the rules & regulations of the cemetery and be mindful of the local residents, other users and the surrounding area.