In Riga, a waiver of an autopsy is permitted if the cause of death is clearly natural and confirmed by relevant medical documents.
Transportation of the deceased from Riga clinics to morgues is carried out by specialized vehicles. Delivery is carried out by official vehicles of the relevant medical institutions, and their staff will notify relatives of the morgue in which the body is located.
Morgue Address and Phone Number
Morgue Address:
5 Bruninieku Street, Central District, Riga, LV-1001.
The 1st Hospital Morgue on Bruninieku Street is open:
Mon-Sat: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Sun: 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 Bruninieku Street
After death, the body is transported to the morgue, where various procedures are performed depending on the circumstances of the death.
If death occurred naturally and the cause is clear to medical professionals, relatives may decline an autopsy. In such cases, the morgue provides the following services to prepare the body for burial:
- storing the body in a refrigerated chamber;
- preparing the body for burial;
- embalming;
- dressing and placing the deceased in the coffin, and loading it onto transport.
The staff at the Bruninieku Street morgue also handles the documentation of the examinations and services performed. If the cause of death remains unclear, whether it was due to trauma or homicide, a forensic examination is conducted. Riga's morgues employ highly qualified doctors and laboratory technicians with the necessary equipment to conduct these studies.
Documentation at the Riga Morgue
A medical death certificate and an embalming certificate are required for the funeral service, memorial service, or long-distance transportation of the body.
How to obtain documents at the Bruninieku Morgue
Either relatives of the deceased or authorized employees of the Riga City Funeral Service may apply to the morgue to obtain the necessary documents.
Assistance when contacting the morgue of Riga Hospital No. 1
Specialists at the Riga CITY FUNERAL SERVICE, with their extensive knowledge of the law and significant experience, provide qualified support in organizing funerals and performing all required procedures. Bruninieku Street Morgue. For more 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.
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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 Riga 1st Hospital Morgue?
The morgue is open Monday–Saturday 08:00–18:00. 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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