Cremation in Malta
Cremation in Malta is a sensible choice for anyone not having their own private grave and not wishing to have their loved ones buried in a shared communal grave. For many, cremation is viewed as a cleaner and more dignified alternative to burial. Cremation also allows for more creative farewell ceremonies and provides greater choice as to what is done with the ashes since these can be buried in a family grave, scattered at sea, kept at home or even interred in one’s own private garden.
In Malta, the demand for cremation has increased tenfold especially since the law regulating cremation was passed in 2019. Nowadays we complete an average of 60 cremations a year, most of which are carried out in Sicily or the United Kingdom.
When arranging a cremation service we take care of the complete arrangements, giving the family peace of mind and allowing them to cope with their loss. We will organise all technical and administrative formalities and co-ordinate all necessary logistics for safe and dignified air and ground transportation to the selected crematorium. If the family is not attending the cremation we will also look after return of the ashes to Malta and if desired we can also arrange a church funeral in Malta either before or after the cremation.
Cremation Options?
So what are the options for Maltese nationals and expatriates residing in Malta, wishing to be cremated? At Camilleri Funeral Directors we offer different types of cremation services to meet the needs and preferences of our clients, depending on their particular circumstances.
Cremation in Sicily is our most popular and cost effective option, especially when the final resting place of the ashes is Malta. We hold a preferential agreement with a new crematorium in the vicinity of Catania, where we are able to arrange a complete and professional cremation service within 7 days, starting from €4,400 including VAT.
We also offer an option for cremation in England whereby we can arrange all formalities and logistics for a cremation service to be carried out at our partner crematorium in Hampshire. The complete service usually takes about 21 days after which we can also arrange to have the cremated ashes delivered to any address throughout the United Kingdom.
For clients residing overseas wishing to attend the cremation service in their home town, we can arrange a cremation service tailored to their needs. The family would select a crematorium of their choice and we will take care of all necessary arrangements to deliver the coffin safely to their selected crematorium or funeral home anywhere in the world.