This is a check list in preparation of the burial. As the authorised next of Kin you must go through each of these, tick off as understood and agreed, discuss any procedures if unclear. Should you have any specific requests or wishes please advise, discuss and document these. Muslim Burial rites and rituals vary from other traditional burial processes, so if you do not undertstand any, kindly discuss with our team when arrangements are being made.

We aim to provide the most professional service, within Sunni Islamic principles, and will attempt to accommodate most requests provided they do not contravene Islamic practice. Should we be unable to assist, then the Next of Kin may make these arrangements personally, and if the requests fall outside of Sunni Islamic parctice then we regret. that we may recommend that you seek an alternate service provider.

MFS in the context of this list refers to Muslim Funeral Services Ltd, and it’s Directors, employees and volunteers.

1. I am the authorised Next of Kin or act with the full authority of the next of kin or family of the Deceased
2. I confirm that the Deceased is Muslim, and to the best of my knowledge the deceased believed that there is only one God (Allah) and that the Prophet Muhammed (SAW) is the final prophet of Allah SWT.
3. I have contacted and engaged the services of MFS to act on my behalf, including the pick-up of the deceased, arranging the Council grave bookings, and washing and shrouding of the Deceased
4. I understand that I have to arrange for the Cause of Death Certificate to be issued by the treating Doctor
5. I understand that MFS is a Not for Profit entity, and engages the services of Volunteers and Employees for some of its services
6. MFS will conduct the service in a dignified, professional manner, within the Sunni Islamic principles
7. I also understand that MFS Ltd & BMBS Inc will not be held responsible for any error or omission beyond their control.
8. MFS vehicles / hearses are not traditional hearses, but 'transfer vehicles' and are used for all transfers and the funeral process 
9. The washing and many services may be provided by a group of volunteers who may not be a part of the Company, but volunteer for the sake of and the pleasure of Allah SWT (God), as part of their faith, under the supervision of MFS Directors.
10. The washing, shrouding and funeral prayer will usually take place at the Kuraby Mosque facility
11. In Islam the funeral and burial process is a community responsibility, so it is traditional that members of the Muslim Community, who are unrelated to the Company or family, may assist at various stages of the process for the sake of their Islamic responsibility and duty.
12. I do NOT hold MFS Ltd or its Directors, employees or volunteers responsible for an injury (either physical or psychological) sustained by myself or any person nominated by me, whilst observing any Islamic customs of washing the body, carrying the body, travelling in the hearse, at the grave side or entering the grave to lower the remains of the deceased into the grave. My participation in any of these is a part of my Islamic faith
13. The family and Next of Kin are encouraged to partake in the entire process in keeping with the burial rites in Islam. Please advise us of any specific requests.
14. The washing (Ghusl) facility is a designated area for access by the immediate family / those involved in the washing process. The family must advise if they would prefer to perform the washing themselves or assist in the process.
15. After the Deceased is washed and shrouded, members of the immediate family may attend and be at the side of the deceased, either within the facility or an area arranged within the mosque precinct
16. There is no designated area like a ‘Chapel’ for mourners.
17. The funeral prayer is usually outside of the actual mosque area and may be at the section of the Mosque called the ‘Sehen’; outdoors in the car park of the Mosque or at the Cemetery as arranged.
18. An Imam or other suitably qualified person will conduct the funeral prayer. The family may nominate a person of their choice or advise of any specific request. For any special request the family with regards to a specific Imam or specific language speaking Imam, then the family is expected to arrange this with the Imam of their choice
19. The NOK will have to make your own arrangements for someone to perform the Dua or supplication at the graveside if required
20. There are no pallbearers in Islam. Members of the family assisted by members of the community assist with moving the Bier of the deceased. This is usually outside the control of MFS or it’s Director or volunteers. If you would like to nominate specific male members of the family please notify us, but make arrangements to ensure that they be there at the appropriate time
21. The entire process including time of pick up, washing, prayer and burial has been confirmed and agreed upon between myself and the MFS team
22. The burial time can only be confirmed once we have possession of the deceased’s Janaza, and have confirmation from Council regarding the grave availability
23. The local Councils charge additional fees for burials after hours and weekends. These are outside our control and we are not responsible for any delays outside of our control for whatever reason
24. I have been advised of the costs involved, and I accept the I am responsible for the fee and understand that this fee will have to be settled prior to or on the day of burial.

Kindly see our website for additional information as well https://www.mfs.asn.au/