Compassionate & Shariah-Compliant Muslim Funeral Services in Australia

Providing Dignified Islamic Funeral Care with 24/7 Immediate Assistance

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" A Muslim has five rights upon other Muslims: responding to his salam, answering his invitation (to food), making Tashmeet when he sneezes, visiting him when he is sick, and following his Janazah when he dies." (Bukhari and Muslim).

Serving the Muslim Community with Care & Respect

Queensland Islamic Funeral Services (QIFS) was established in 2010 to fulfill the role of the Funeral Director to the Muslim Communities across all of the Brisbane and Gold Coast suburbs. It is a result of joint efforts between Brisbane Muslim Burial Services Inc (BMBS) team and the Gold Coast Islamic Society burial committee. These services were outsourced until 2010. The services we provide includes all the transport arrangements for the deceased, including the pick up of the janaza (deceased) from the home, hospital or mortuary, transport to the local mosque or ghusl facility, where the ghusl (washing) and shrouding will be performed, and then the final transport to the local cemetery. We also liaise with the local councils to book the grave site for burial and complete all the necessary paperwork and regulatory requirements including registration of the death with the appropriate government department……

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Funerals in Islam:

In Islam the funeral process is the duty and responsibility of the Muslim community. It is an obligatory act for at least 1 member of the community to perform this duty ( referred to as Fard-e-Kifayah ) an obligation which if performed by 1 member of the community, then the entire community absolved from the responsibility, and if not then the entire community is accountable to God (Allah) for this mission.

Queensland Islamic Funeral Services (QIFS) was established in 2010 to fulfil the role of a Muslim Funeral Director within the Brisbane and Gold Coast communities, and we are the only Muslim Funeral Director in Queensland, Australia. We also provide any advice & assistance for funerals outside of Brisbane or the Gold Coast areas, wherever possible. Muslims bury the deceased as soon as possible, preferably within 24 hours.

Our Process

The process involves three essential steps:

Washing & Shrouding the Body

The deceased is respectfully washed, purified, and wrapped in a simple white shroud according to Islamic teachings.

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The Funeral Prayer

The community gathers to perform Janazah prayer, asking Allah for mercy, forgiveness, and peace for the soul.

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The Burial Process

The body is gently placed in the grave facing the Qiblah, followed by prayers for comfort and eternal rest.

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Essentials For Muslim

Islamic Funeral Guidelines & Important Information

All Muslims are buried and there is no cremation after death. There is no need for embalming usually. The Funeral for Muslims takes place as soon as possible, usually within 24 hours after death. Therefore there is some urgency in ensuring that the “Cause of Death Certificate” be available as soon as possible.Your understanding and assistance in fulfilling this important rite will be highly appreciated. (Note to Nursing Home or Doctor regarding “Cause of Death Certificate) Post-mortem’s are not permitted, unless essential for medico-legal purposes. The information on our site is to provide a general overview of Muslim funerals and the services available through QIFS .
We are happy to provide further detailed information to you, your committee, to Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Emergency Services, Ambulance, Police or other Funeral Directors about Islamic Burial rites and rituals, on request.

Steps in the Embalming

Process for Overseas Transfers:

Legal & Administrative Requirements

The funeral home or embalming service checks local and international regulations for body transport. Necessary permits and documentation (death certificate, embalming certificate, and repatriation permit) are obtained. Airlines and consulates may have specific requirements for embalming and packaging.

Preparation of the Body

The body is placed on an embalming table and cleaned to remove any fluids or external contaminants. Personal belongings are removed (these may be returned to the family). The body is positioned for embalming, with limbs straightened if necessary.

Arterial Embalming:

A disinfecting solution (formaldehyde-based) is injected into the arterial system, usually through the carotid artery, whilst blood is drained from a vein in the neck. This solution preserves tissues and delays decomposition. The embalmer ensures even distribution by massaging the body to help the fluid circulate.

Cavity Embalming:

A trocar (a long, hollow needle) is used to puncture the abdominal and chest cavities. Internal fluids and gases are removed, and a stronger preservative chemical cavity fluid is injected into these spaces to prevent decomposition. The Trocar is used to create tracks in the chest and abdomen for the embalming fluid to reach all spaces, and in the process there will be damage to these organs. During this process there would be damage to the internal organs.

Cosmetic & Restoration Work:

The face and hands may be restored with makeup, creams, or wax for a natural appearance (does not happen for Muslims) The body is dressed in the Kaffan (Shroud). The mouth and eyes are closed

Placement in a Special Casket & Sealing:

For international transport, the body is placed in a bag which is hermetically sealed to prevent leaks. The sealed bag is then enclosed in a wooden transport crate, as required by airlines.

Final Documentation & Transportation:

The embalming certificate is issued and included with the transport documents. The casket is taken to the airport and shipped according to the airline’s regulations. The receiving funeral home at the destination collect the body for final burial.

Islamic Considerations for Embalming:

In Islam, embalming is absolutely discouraged unless required by law or for practical reasons like overseas transport. ​The body would still be washed (ghusl) and shrouded (kafan), and the Janaza Salah performed according to Islamic rites before repatriation.