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On Funere.com , you can view all real-time updated obituaries and funeral notices for Basel . Our platform keeps you informed about local ceremonies and helps you discover where to publish an obituary in Switzerland to reach family and friends in the most efficient and respectful way.

What should I do immediately after a death in Basel?

In the event of a death in Basel, immediately contact 144 or a local doctor for the medical confirmation of death. Next, you must contact a funeral home operating in Basel to arrange the service. Check our full guide on what to do immediately after a death: first steps .

How much does a funeral cost in Basel?

The average cost of a funeral in Basel starts at approximately 5,000 CHF, but varies based on local cemetery fees and selected services. Many municipalities offer reduced rates for residents; for a full overview, read how much a death costs in Switzerland: all expected fees .

What burial options are available at the Basel cemetery?

At the Basel cemetery, you can choose between cremation (selected by 80% of Swiss families) and traditional burial. Each municipality has specific regulations for scattering ashes or using niches. If you're undecided, read our comparison on cremation or burial: how to choose the right option .

Which office in Basel should be notified of the death?

The death must be reported within 48 hours to the Civil Registry Office of Basel (or the relevant district office). You will need to present the medical death certificate and the deceased's ID. Find the complete checklist at administrative formalities after a death: documents not to forget .

Deaths, obituaries and tributes in Basel

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What to do in case of death in Basel?

An interactive checklist to guide you through the first administrative and personal steps.

1. Contact the doctor
First 2 hours
If the death occurs at home, immediately contact the family doctor or the 144 emergency service for the official confirmation of death and the issuance of the medical certificate (essential for all further steps).
2. Choose a funeral home
Organise transport and the first wishes of the deceased.
3. Inform loved ones and the potential employer
Before any public announcement, it is essential to personally inform the family, close friends, and any potential employer of the deceased.
4. Official notification to the Civil Registry Office
Must be done at Zivilstandsamt Basel-Stadt (within 48 hours).
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Practical Guide: What to do in case of death in Basel

In Basel, deaths must be reported to the Zivilstandsamt Basel-Stadt within a specific timeframe to comply with cantonal regulations.

Legal Procedures

Deaths in Basel must be announced to the Zivilstandsamt Basel-Stadt within 48 hours. The office is located at Rittergasse 11, 4051 Basel. You can contact them by phone at +41 61 267 95 90 or by email at za@jsd.bs.ch.

Zivilstandsamt Basel-Stadt

+41 61 267 95 90

Cemeteries and Resting Places

Basel manages several cemeteries. The main one is Friedhof am Hörnli (Hörnliallee 70, 4125 Riehen).

Friedhof am Hörnli (Hörnliallee 70, 4125 Riehen)
Friedhof am Hörnli is the main cemetery serving Basel, located at Hörnliallee 70, 4125 Riehen. It offers inhumation, cremation, columbarium, and jardin souvenir sepulture types, with an on-site crematorium.
Wolfgottesacker (Münchensteinerstrasse 99, 4053 Basel)
Wolfgottesacker is a cemetery in Basel located at Münchensteinerstrasse 99, 4053 Basel. It offers inhumation and cremation services.
Israelitischer Friedhof (Theodor Herzl-Strasse 90, 4055 Basel)
Israelitischer Friedhof is a cemetery in Basel located at Theodor Herzl-Strasse 90, 4055 Basel. The cemetery offers inhumation as a sepulture type and does not have a crematorium.