Janazah Services at Maidstone Mosque

Maidstone Islamic Centre Muslim Funeral Services

 

إِنَّا لِلَّٰهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ

Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji’un

To God we belong and to Him we return.

 

At Maidstone Mosque, we are here to support you through the process of arranging an Islamic funeral with dignity and compassion. We provide facilities for ghusl (ritual washing) and the janazah ṣalāh (funeral prayer), and will guide you in coordinating other arrangements with trusted service providers.

We also have trained volunteers available to assist family members in performing the ghusl, if they wish to take part. An instruction guide is available to ensure the process is carried out in full accordance with Islamic practice.

Step-by-Step Guide When a Loved One Passes Away

  1. Obtain the Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (MCCD)

    • Issued by the hospital or GP.

    • If the death is sudden, unexpected, or unexplained, the case may be referred to the Coroner, which can delay this step.

  2. Register the Death

    • Must normally be done within 5 working days unless the Coroner is involved.

    • You will need details such as the deceased’s full name, date/place of birth, occupation, and marital status.

    • The registrar will give you:

      • Green Form – Required for burial arrangements.

      • Death Certificate – You can request multiple certified copies for banks, insurance, etc.

  3. Choose a Funeral Service Provider

    • Contact one of the trusted organisations listed below to arrange:

      • Transport from hospital to mosque

      • Transport from mosque to cemetery

      • Coffin provision

  4. Coordinate with the Mosque

    • Book the ghusl and janazah prayer at the mosque.

    • Decide whether the ghusl will be performed by family, mosque volunteers, or funeral staff.

    • Ensure all necessary paperwork (Green Form) is ready.

  5. Burial Arrangements

    • Purchase a burial plot from the local council or relevant cemetery authority.

    • In Maidstone, burials are at Maidstone Cemetery (Sutton Road, ME15 9AF).

Trusted Organisations Assisting with Funeral Arrangements

Al-Birr Islamic Trust – Funeral Service

  • Transport from hospital to mosque

  • Transport from mosque to cemetery

  • Coffin arrangements
    📞 Syed Kafil Ahmed – +44 7533 953362
    📧 [email protected]

Dignity Funeral Directors (Pickard & Beale)

  • Transport from hospital to mosque

  • Transport from mosque to cemetery

  • Coffin arrangements
    📞 01622 534500

Maidstone Borough Council – Bereavement Services

Other Important Considerations

  • Tell Us Once Service – After registering the death, you can notify multiple government departments (passport, driving licence, pensions, benefits, etc.) through one process:
    🌐 www.gov.uk/tell-us-once | 📞 0800 085 7308

  • If the Coroner is Involved – They may require a post-mortem or inquest before releasing the body. This can delay the funeral. Keep your chosen funeral provider informed.

  • Organ Donation – Islam permits organ donation in certain circumstances to save lives. Discuss with the hospital team promptly if this is considered.

  • Financial Assistance – If you are on certain benefits, you may be eligible for a Funeral Expenses Payment through the DWP. Call 📞 0800 169 0140.

 

 

Last edited:

Saad Dastagir
[email protected]
15/08/2025