Imanta is a large Riga neighbourhood in the Kurzeme district, in Pārdaugava, home to around 30,000 residents. When a family loses a loved one, it is essential that funeral help is available quickly and without unnecessary bureaucracy. The Riga City Funeral Service provides a full range of funeral services to Imanta residents — funeral arrangement, cremation, document handling and transport around the clock. Call +371 2208 4540.
Our office is at Tēraudlietuves iela 3, and our specialised transport reaches any address in Imanta — on Kurzemes prospekts, Anniņmuižas bulvāris, Slokas, Buļļu or Kandavas streets — at any time of day.
Funeral home services in Imanta
If a death occurs at home in Imanta, first call a family doctor or emergency medical service to certify the death. Then call us — we will take care of the rest:
- transport of the deceased to the morgue at any time of day;
- preparation of the medical certificate and death certificate at the registry office;
- applying for the VSAA funeral allowance and advice on Riga municipality support;
- delivery of the coffin, wreaths and funeral accessories;
- arranging the burial plot and booking the chapel;
- organising the farewell ceremony, musicians and memorial meal.
We represent the family in dealings with any Riga hospital morgue — obtaining certificates, arranging the release of the body and its preparation for the farewell, so relatives do not have to handle formalities themselves.
| Preparation at the morgue | Notes |
|---|
| Washing and dressing | Preparing the body for the farewell |
| Placing in the coffin | Before the farewell ceremony |
| Storage of the body | Until the funeral day, as agreed with the morgue |
| Embalming, cosmetic treatment | At the family’s request |
The range of services and their cost is set by the morgue of the respective hospital — we will confirm them as soon as we know where the deceased is.
Cremation for Imanta residents
More and more people are choosing cremation as a form of burial. Riga's only crematorium is at Varoņu iela 3A, and we help with the whole process — from documents and transport of the deceased to receiving the urn and burial at a cemetery or placement in a columbarium.
At home/apartment
In a hospital
In a public place
In another city
Call a service representative by phone +371 2208 4540 or submit a request on the website.
Prepare an identity document of the deceased and documents of those who were present.
Check the service representative's information, as well as the emergency service personnel's identification cards.
Call a service representative to the hospital by phone +371 2208 4540 or submit a request on the website.
Once the representative arrives, verify their information with the information you previously provided over the phone.
Start the paperwork with our representative, then follow their recommendations.
Emergency services register the death and take the body to the forensic morgue.
Police officers contact relatives and inform them where the deceased has been taken.
After reporting the death, call a funeral service specialist at +371 2208 4540
Call the service's hotline at +371 2208 4540 or submit a request on the website.
Enter into an agreement with the funeral service, outlining all services provided.
A specialist will gather all necessary documents and arrange for the repatriation and reception of the deceased in the desired city.
Funerals in Imanta: nearest cemeteries
The nearest for Imanta residents is Lāčupe Cemetery, located here in Pārdaugava. We also arrange burials at other Riga cemeteries chosen by the family or at an existing family plot. We will help check whether the family has rights to an existing plot, or obtain a new one at Riga municipal cemeteries. The full list of Riga cemeteries with addresses is available in the cemeteries section. We also arrange the farewell ceremony in cemetery chapels and transport for mourners from Imanta.
How much does a funeral in Imanta cost
We offer a transparent pricing policy with three funeral plans. The Social plan at 0 € is fully funded by the VSAA allowance, the Optimal plan with a farewell ceremony starts from 580 €, and the Extended plan includes a wider range of services by arrangement. We discuss all costs in advance.
All essential services for cremation
Optimal set of goods and services for cremation
Extended cremation set with farewell in the hall
All essential services for burial
Optimal set of goods and services for burial
Extended burial set with farewell in the hall
Funeral plans may be subject to adjustment.
Changing the funeral plan will allow for a more personalized and meaningful farewell ceremony that reflects the uniqueness and importance of the deceased to their loved ones and community.
Farewell ceremony near Imanta
We help every family arrange a farewell according to their beliefs. A religious ceremony in the Lutheran, Catholic or Orthodox tradition is possible, as well as a secular farewell ceremony with a host. We take on all coordination with the cemetery, crematorium and parish, as well as transport and the meal.
We contacted the Riga City Funeral Service—the staff was attentive and promptly processed all the necessary paperwork. The ceremony was organized with respect and appropriate level—without unnecessary formality, but with a dignified approach. Next time, I might clarify the details online, but overall, we were satisfied.
Excellent service during a difficult time: professional, personable, and calm. The staff helped with all the paperwork and offered advice on how to best organize the funeral. I recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and discreet service.
Useful information for Imanta residents
We help with the entire legal and administrative side. Registration of the death certificate, the burial permit and the state allowance application — our specialist handles all of it under a power of attorney. The allowance amount depends on the deceased's social insurance. We provide consultations in Latvian and Russian at any time of day.
Funeral services in other Riga neighbourhoods
How quickly can you reach Imanta?
Our specialised transport usually reaches Imanta within 30–60 minutes of your call depending on traffic. We work around the clock, including weekends and public holidays.
Which cemetery is nearest to Imanta?
The nearest is Lāčupe Cemetery here in Pārdaugava. We also arrange burials at other Riga cemeteries or an existing family plot — we will help choose a suitable option.
How much does arranging a funeral in Imanta cost?
From 0 € (the Social plan covered by the VSAA allowance) to bespoke solutions. The Optimal plan with a farewell ceremony starts from 580 €. The estimate is always agreed before work begins.
Do you help obtain the funeral allowance?
Yes, we prepare and submit the documents for the VSAA allowance, and advise on Riga municipality support for low-income families.
Can you arrange cremation for Imanta residents?
Yes, the nearest crematorium is at Varoņu iela 3A. We arrange both cremation without a ceremony and with a farewell in the hall.
Do you advise in Russian?
Yes, our specialists advise in both Latvian and Russian. All information is also available in the Russian version of the site.
Nearby cemeteries and morgues: addresses and pages
Below are the cemeteries and morgues this page refers to. Each has its own page with the address, opening hours, directions and procedure. The full list of Riga cemeteries with their status is on Cemeteries in Riga.
