An Islamic Will should specify that you would like your funeral and burial rites to be carried out in accordance with the Islamic teachings.
Listed below are a few factors you may wish to consider including in your draft Will:
Ensuring that the body is prepared for burial in accordance with Islamic teachings and laws. This typically involves washing the body with water and cleaning it with soap or other cleaning agents. You may want to have a clause stipulating that you wish to have a Muslim burial, advising where and how your body is to be buried.
You may wish to avoid having your body subjected to a post-mortem examination in order to release your body immediately for burial. This is to ensure that the burial takes place as soon as possible after the person's death.
Wrapping the body in a white shroud, which is the traditional burial garment for Muslims.
Avoiding the use of a coffin, as Islamic tradition dictates that the body should be buried directly in the ground.
Burying the body facing the direction of Mecca, which is the holiest city in Islam.
If you do not wish for any of your organs to be used for medical research or organ replacement operations, then please indicate.
Abstaining from the use of embalming fluids or other substances that may be harmful to the environment.
Many Muslims wish to be buried abroad and it may be your wish to be buried amongst your relatives and loved ones abroad.
However, you should remember that this process can be lengthy and costly. A body which is being transported abroad is usually eviscerated, emptied of blood and filled with alcohol. In many cases, this persuades Muslims to stipulate that they wish to be buried in the UK instead.
Additionally it may be helpful to discuss your specific wishes and desires with your loved ones and designated executors to ensure that your funeral and burial rites are carried out according to your wishes.