Import and Export of Cremated Ashes

• Under the current practice, import and export of cremated ashes into and out of Hong Kong do not require application to the Hong Kong government.
• However, some countries may require the applicants to produce the "Certificate of Cremation" and "Authorisation to Remove Cremated Ashes" for import of cremated ashes. If necessary, the applicants can apply for the above certificate/authorisation at the Cemeteries and Crematoria Office of FEHD on Hong Kong Island or in Kowloon for a deceased who was cremated at a crematorium managed by the department.
• The deceased must be cremated in a government crematorium. Application will be considered only if the Certificate of Cremation is produced by the applicant.
• The applicant is required to complete:
  • "Application for Certificate of Cremation/Burial" (FEHB143); and
  • "Application for Permit to Remove/Exhume Remains" (FEHB148).
• The applicant should bring along the following documents to the Cemeteries and Crematoria Office of FEHD on Hong Kong Island or in Kowloon in person for processing:
  • a completed "Application for Certificate of Cremation/Burial" (FEHB143);
  • a completed "Application for Permit to Remove/Exhume Remains" (FEHB148); and
  • the original or a copy of the "Permit to Take Away Cremated Ashes" (FEHB153).
• The applicant can pay the fee at the shroff and obtain the payment receipt. The "Certificate of Cremation" and "Authorisation to Remove Cremated Ashes" can be collected at the collection counter upon payment of the fee.
• Applicant may also fill in the e-forms of the above application forms and submit the applications online. Upon receipt of the forms, FEHD willcontact the applicant to arrange for submission of relevant documents.