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Source domain: health.gov.za
Collected on 1 September 2026
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Request for Permits to Import and Export Human Remains
Individuals or institutions requiring to import or export human remains must follow the specified requirements and process as outlined in the guidelines. This includes submitting applications with required documentation to the relevant authority.
Requirements and Process for the Issuance of Permits to Import and Export Human Remains
Reference
https://www.health.gov.za/eh-prog-human-remains/
Access to Guidelines and Regulations on Management of Human Remains
The National Department of Health provides publicly available guidelines and regulations for managing human remains. These documents are intended for use by environmental health practitioners, funeral parlours, municipalities, provincial authorities, ports of entry, and the general public.
Regulations and guidelines related to the management of Human Remains programme for use by Environmental Health Practitioners at provincial, municipal and port of entry level, the funeral parlours industry, the public and other interested parties.
Access to Regulations and Guidelines on Management of Human Remains
The National Department of Health provides official regulations and guidelines for managing human remains. These documents are available for use by environmental health practitioners, funeral parlours, municipalities, ports of entry, and the general public.
Regulations and guidelines related to the management of Human Remains programme for use by Environmental Health Practitioners at provincial, municipal and port of entry level, the funeral parlours industry, the public and other interested parties.
