A refusal of an autopsy in Riga is possible if the death is clearly of natural origin and is confirmed by the relevant medical documentation.
Transportation of deceased from Riga clinics to morgues is carried out by specialized transport: bodies are delivered in the official vehicles of the respective medical institutions. Medical staff are required to notify relatives of the morgue in which the body is located.
Morgue Address and Phone Number
Morgue Address:
13 Pilsonu Street, Riga, LV-1002.
The morgue at the Pilsonu Street Clinical Hospital is open:
Monday to Friday: 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM.
Sat. to Sunday: Closed.
Inquiries:
Information about working with the morgue, arranging necessary documents, transportation of the deceased, and funeral arrangements can be obtained by calling the Riga City Funeral Service.
+371 2944 9849
Morgue Services on Pilsonu Street
Upon death, the body of the deceased is delivered to the morgue, where various procedures are performed depending on the circumstances of death.
If the cause of death is obvious and known to medical professionals, and death occurred naturally, relatives may not consent to an autopsy, and the morgue provides the following services:
- storing the body in a refrigerated chamber;
- preparing the body for burial;
- embalming;
- dressing and placing the body in a coffin, loading it onto transport.
The staff at the morgue on Pilsonu Street also handles the necessary documentation and provides services. In cases of unclear cause of death, injury or murder, a forensic medical examination is performed. Riga's morgues employ highly qualified medical specialists equipped with all the necessary equipment for conducting examinations.
Document processing at the Riga morgue
A medical death certificate and an embalming certificate are required to organize farewell events, such as a funeral service, memorial service, or for transporting the body abroad.
How to obtain documents at the Pilsoņu morgue
Documents can be obtained by funeral organizers from relatives or by authorized representatives from the CITY FUNERAL SERVICE with a power of attorney.
Assistance when contacting the morgue of the Stradins Clinical Hospital
Specialists at the CITY FUNERAL SERVICE in Riga, thanks to their detailed knowledge of the law and extensive experience, provide qualified support in organizing funerals and performing All necessary procedures are performed at the Pilsonu Street morgue. For detailed information and to book services, please call +371 2944 9849.
What to do if a loved one is in the morgue
At home/apartment
In a hospital
In a public place
In another city
Call a service representative by phone +371 2944 9849 or submit a request on the website.
Prepare the deceased's passport, as well as the passports of anyone with the deceased.
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 2944 9849 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.
Law enforcement officials contact relatives and inform them where the deceased has been taken.
After reporting the death, call a funeral service specialist at +371 2944 9849
Call the service's hotline at +371 2944 9849 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.
Funeral services after transfer from the morgue
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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.
Client reviews
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.
What are the opening hours of Pauls Stradins University Hospital Morgue?
The morgue is open Monday–Friday 07:30–19:00. Closed on other days.
Who arranges a funeral from the morgue?
The Riga City Funeral Service arranges the full cycle: transfer from the morgue, documents, hearse and the farewell ceremony. Call us 24/7 at +371 2944 9849.
How to collect the deceased from the morgue?
The Riga City Funeral Service handles the transfer of the deceased from the morgue and the further funeral arrangements. Call +371 2944 9849 — we will help with documents, transport and the farewell ceremony.
What documents does the morgue issue?
The morgue issues a medical death certificate and an embalming certificate, required for the farewell ceremony or transportation of the deceased.
How long can the deceased be kept in the morgue?
Usually the deceased is kept in the morgue until the funeral day. The funeral service will help agree the exact term by phone +371 2944 9849.
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