Mexico - Apply for ISSSTE Cremation Services

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To Apply for ISSSTE Cremation Services, the applicant has to approach the Institute of Security and Social Services for State Workers – link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. An acknowledgment receipt will be provided. Please save it for future reference.
10. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
11. ISSSTE will review the application and documents. If everything is in order and they meet the eligibility criteria, they will process the application for cremation services.
12. Depending on the situation, they might receive a confirmation or notification of approval. Keep any documentation or receipts for the records.
13. This entire process can be completed within 3 - 4 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• ID proof (Birth Certificate, national Identity card, etc)
• Official identification (INE or IFE for Mexicans, FM2/FM3 for foreigners).
• Proof of your affiliation with ISSSTE (if applicable).
• Death certificate of the deceased.
• Medical documentation (if applicable).
• Any specific forms provided by ISSSTE.

Office Locations & Contacts

Institute of Security and Social Services for State Workers


Instituto de Seguridad y Servicios Sociales de los Trabajadores del Estado
Jesús García Corona 140 Col. Buenavista 06350 Mexico City
Telephone: 51409617
Citizen Attention: 54488903
Email - [email protected]
Contact link

Eligibility

• To be eligible for ISSSTE funeral assistance, they must be a registered member of the ISSSTE and the deceased person must have been a registered member of the ISSSTE at the time of their death.

Fees

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Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire registration process can be completed within 3 -4 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Address
• ZIP code
• Gender
• Mobile number
• Deceased Person's Information
• Death Certificate
• Other Relevant Information

Need for the Document

• The ISSSTE (Instituto de Seguridad y Servicios Sociales de los Trabajadores del Estado) or the Mexican Institute of Social Security does not offer cremation services. However, it does offer a variety of other services, such as funeral assistance, burial assistance, and death benefits.

Information which might help

Here are some of the things to keep in mind when choosing a cremation service in Mexico:
The price of cremation: The price of cremation can vary depending on the funeral home and the services that are included.
The type of cremation: There are two types of cremation: direct cremation and traditional cremation. Direct cremation is the most affordable option. Traditional cremation includes additional services, such as a viewing and a memorial service.
The location of the cremation: The cremation can take place at the funeral home or at a crematorium.
The return of the ashes: The ashes can be returned to you in an urn or scattered.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

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