Buddhist Funeral Services in Singapore
A Buddhist funeral centres on peace and the proper sending-off of the deceased. We coordinate every element of the ceremony with reverence, working with experienced monks and nuns to carry out the rites correctly, while taking all logistical burden off the family.
Last reviewed: March 2026
What is included
- Body collection and transport from home, hospital, or nursing facility
- Preparation, embalming, and dignified dressing of the deceased
- Wake setup at HDB void deck, funeral parlour, or private residence
- Buddhist altar arrangement with appropriate Buddha imagery and offerings
- Incense, ceremonial candles, joss paper, and ritual items
- Coordination with Buddhist monks or nuns for chanting sessions (Amitabha or Ksitigarbha sutras)
- Merit-transfer prayers and dedication-of-merit ceremonies
- Casket selection from a range of options
- Scheduling and liaison with Mandai Cremation Services or burial site
- Ash collection guidance and columbarium placement assistance
- Death certificate and cremation or burial permit documentation
- Town Council application for HDB void deck (if applicable)
How it works
Call us at any hour
We are available 24 hours a day. Call or WhatsApp and we will ask a few gentle questions, then arrange for the body to be collected promptly and with dignity.
Planning the arrangements
Your coordinator meets with the family to discuss the number of wake days, monk arrangements, venue, and all other preferences. We guide you clearly without pressure.
Wake and chanting sessions
The wake is set up at the agreed venue. Chanting sessions, typically in the morning and evening, are conducted by the monks or nuns we have arranged. Family and friends may visit throughout.
Cremation or burial
We coordinate the crematorium booking at Mandai Cremation Services. After cremation, we guide you through ash collection and advise on columbarium placement.
Post-funeral support
We assist with outstanding documentation, columbarium niche applications, and any further questions in the days following the funeral.
Typical Buddhist funeral costs in Singapore
Every funeral is different. The figures below reflect typical ranges. We provide an itemised quotation with no hidden charges.
Essential
From $3,000
One-day wake, HDB void deck, single chanting session, basic casket
- Body collection and transport
- Basic casket
- Single chanting session
- HDB application and tentage
- Cremation coordination
- Documentation assistance
Full Service
From $6,000
Three-day wake, multiple chanting sessions, mid-range casket
- All essential services
- Three-day wake setup
- Morning and evening chanting
- Altar with full ritual items
- Merit-transfer ceremony
- Columbarium guidance
Premium
From $10,000
Five-day wake, premium venue, senior monks, premium casket
- All full-service items
- Five-day extended wake
- Senior monk coordination
- Premium casket selection
- Private parlour option
- Single point of contact
Prices are indicative. Final cost depends on specific selections and requirements. Contact us for a no-obligation itemised quotation.
Columbarium options in Singapore
After cremation at Mandai Cremation Services, the ashes are typically placed in a columbarium niche. Singapore has both government-run and private columbaria. We advise families on the options and assist with niche applications.
We assist with applications and can advise on current niche availability. Requirements and procedures are subject to change. Speak to our team for the most current guidance.
Common questions
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Call us now and we will guide your family through the next steps.