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What should I do immediately after a death in Herisau?

In the event of a death in Herisau, immediately contact 144 or a local doctor for the medical confirmation of death. Next, you must contact a funeral home operating in Herisau 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 Herisau?

The average cost of a funeral in Herisau 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 Herisau cemetery?

At the Herisau 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 Herisau should be notified of the death?

The death must be reported within 48 hours to the Civil Registry Office of Herisau (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 Herisau

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Herrsche Bestattungen GmbH

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Bestattungsdienst Brühlmann GmbH

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What to do in case of death in Herisau?

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 Hinterland Appenzell Ausserrhoden (within 48 hours).
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Practical Guide: What to do in case of death in Herisau

Herisau, located in canton AR, handles death declarations through the Zivilstandsamt Hinterland Appenzell Ausserrhoden.

Legal Procedures

To declare a death in Herisau, contact the Zivilstandsamt Hinterland Appenzell Ausserrhoden at Poststrasse 6, 9102 Herisau. You can reach the office by phone at +41 71 354 54 49 or by email at zivilstandsamt@herisau.ar.ch.

Zivilstandsamt Hinterland Appenzell Ausserrhoden

+41 71 354 54 49

Cemetery and resting place

Friedhof Herisau is the main cemetery in Herisau, located at Kreuzstrasse 46, 9100 Herisau. It can be reached at +41 71 351 10 81.