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Funeral costs in Genève: what is covered
Full coverage for residents See the conditions →Information verified on 10/06/2026 · official source
Losing a loved one is already a lot. Here, clearly, is what the municipality of Genève covers and what remains your responsibility, so you can move forward without surprises.
Detailed local information is provided in French.
Covered by the municipality
- Cercueil, habillage et mise en bière
- Dépôt en chambre mortuaire (jusqu'à 3 jours)
- Transport jusqu'au lieu de culte ou au cimetière
- Inhumation ou crémation au crématoire de Saint-Georges
- Urne cinéraire
- Formalités administratives de base
Remaining at your expense
- Cercueil et fournitures funéraires
- Transport du défunt
- Cérémonie (lieu, officiant, fleurs)
- Avis mortuaires et faire-part
- Monument ou entourage de tombe
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Cemeteries in Genève
Conditions for coverage
- Prestataire : Prestations assurées par le service des pompes funèbres de la Ville ; le recours à une entreprise privée n'est pas couvert.
- Domiciliation : Personne domiciliée en Ville de Genève au moment du décès, ou résidant dans un EMS du canton dont le dernier domicile était à Genève.
Our advice: contact your municipality first
Before committing to any funeral company, contact your municipal administration. They will tell you precisely what is covered for residents of Genève.
+41 22 418 60 00 · Service des pompes funèbres, cimetières et crématoire
Frequently asked questions
Does the municipality of Genève cover funeral costs?
The municipality of Genève covers certain funeral services for its residents, under conditions. The details are on this page, with the official source.
What generally remains the families' responsibility?
The coffin and supplies, transport, the ceremony, death notices and the monument usually remain the families' responsibility.
Where does a cremation take place for a resident of Genève?
The Canton of Geneva has a single crematorium, Saint-Georges in Lancy, which serves all municipalities, including Genève. For a burial, the municipal cemetery is concerned.