Prepaid Cremation Melbourne

At Fixed Price Cremations, our mission is to provide people in Melbourne, Victoria with a choice. Many traditional funeral services come at a very high price—leaving people who want a simple service done their way, searching for another option.

During the grieving process, we believe that you should not have to make difficult financial decisions, and that’s why we offer affordable cremation services in Melbourne, Victoria.

We only offer one unattended cremation service at a fixed price, which means that not only do our clients get cheap cremation services in Victoria, they also get a service that does not compromise on attention. Those looking for budget funeral services in Melbourne can rest assured that their service will be carried out with great respect and care.

Our low cost cremation service is priced at $1850 and not a cent more. Having your cremation facilitated by us means there are never any hidden costs or financial surprises. An advantage to choosing prepaid cremations in Melbourne, Victoria is that you can spend your money to celebrate the life of the unique individual in a way that really resonates with them and with each and every loved one.

What is Prepaid Cremation?

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At Fixed Price Cremations, we provide a simple non-attended cremation service at one low price with no hidden extra fees.

A funeral does not have to be an elaborate, costly or traditional affair and there are certainly no strict rules to dictate that a funeral service has to be any one thing or another.

The Fixed Price Cremations non-attended cremation service is all about choice. We provide a simple and dignified way to farewell your loved one without any hidden fees or financial surprises for you and your family. After the cremation takes place, if you wish, you can celebrate the life of your loved one in any manner that is appropriate to your circumstances, independent of the cremation, and at any time and location of your choosing.

We have kept the cremation process as simple as possible, to ensure one low price of $1990 with no hidden extra costs, and without sacrificing the care that will be shown to you and your loved one.  This is our normal $1850 price with an administration fee $295 to invest your money into a secure fund to protect your payment and offer our clients piece of mind that their money is guaranteed.

Why Pre-Plan Cremation?

At Fixed Price Cremations we understand that grief can make decision making seem more difficult than it should be. That’s why we are keeping things as simple as possible in offering our unattended cremation service for a fixed price of $1990.

The reasons for choosing an unattended cremation over a traditional funeral service are many and varied. The high cost of a traditional funeral service may be reason enough, but in these days of heightened consumer awareness, the main reason surely has to be choice.

With an unattended cremation it is possible to choose to step outside of the ordinary and construct a meaningful farewell at the end of a unique life that is not tied to the “usual way things have been done”.

Our low cost cremation package not only includes everything needed for the cremation to take place, but it does so with no hidden costs. If you’ve been searching for budget cremation packages that offer a dignified service for a loved one that has passed away, you have come to the right place. As a client, you will have access to our specialist team that will guide you through the process to ensure that you feel comfortable at each and every step along the way.

Our vision has always been to provide people in Melbourne with an affordable cremation packagethat does not compromise the level of service and care taken. We recognise just how important this final part of an individual’s time on earth is to their loved ones, and so our standard is to make sure that their cremation is carried out in a simple, caring and respectful manner.

We also recognise that in this time of need, most people are dealing with heavy grief—making it difficult to fully concentrate on the many decisions that usually come along with a funeral serviceWe have refined our non-attended cremation service so that it requires no unnecessary decision making from you during this time.

A Cremation plan can be tailored to suit you and your family. It can be paid in full or in instalments over up to 3 years. The prepaid plan covers inflation as funeral costs rise year to year. Fixed price Cremations place the funds in a securely invested impartial institution in the client’s name.

Our Fixed Price Prepaid Cremation Plan Include the Following:

Everything needed for the cremation to take place is included in the cost of our non-attended cremation package. The cost of our non-attended cremation service is $1990 (inc. GST and administration fees).

  • Access to our specialist staff over the phone or by email
  • The transfer of the Deceased into our care 24/7 within our operational area*
  • Mortuary Care
  • A shroud to dress the Deceased
  • Completion of all application and registration forms
  • Doctor’s medical forms and fees
  • Registration of the death
  • Official Government Death Certificate
  • Transport to the crematorium
  • Basic coffin
  • Delivery of the cremated remains anywhere in Australia

There are no hidden extra costs.

How Do Prepaid Cremation Plans Work?

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The cost of our non-attended cremation service is $1990 (inc. GST).  This one fixed price includes everything required for the cremation to proceed.

When you engage us to carry out the non-attended cremation, we will transport the deceased person into our care via a professional mortuary ambulance service.  Once in our care we will provide basic mortuary care and the deceased will be dressed in a shroud and placed into a coffin.

We will co-ordinate the provision of a doctor’s medical death certificate and all other certificates needed for the cremation to take place. We will also order an official government death certificate to be posted to you.

We will complete all documentation required and arrange for the deceased person to be transported to the crematorium.

After the cremation has taken place we will arrange for the cremated remains to be delivered to any one location in Australia.

Advantages of Prepaid Cremation

  • When you purchase a Fixed Price cremation Pre paid contract the cost of cremation is locked into today’s cost no matter how long the client holds the contract.
  • Your money in invested securely for piece of mind with a pre paid cremation.
  • There are no medical restrictions when purchasing a pre paid cremation.
  • Purchasing a pre paid cremation takes the decision making and financial pressure away from your family because your wishes are known.
  • You are able to make instalment payments over a negotiated period of time to purchase your cremation agreement.

Request A Pre-Paid Funeral Quote

If you would like to arrange a non-attended cremation service, contact us today on  1300 262 797. We know that this can be a sensitive time, so our specialists are there to help make the experience less stressful and more peaceful.

Prepaid Cremation - FAQs

What is fixed price prepaid cremation?

A pre-paid Cremation is an agreement between a Client and Fixed Price Cremations via a contract for the provision of the Cremation service to be paid in advance.

It gives the family some peace of mind knowing that their wishes are documented and the funds provided for the cremation and take the burden from their family and friends.

How much does a prepaid cremation cost?

The cost of our non-attended cremation service is $1,850 (inc. GST) There is a one off administration fee of $295 to set up the total cost to pre pay a cremation is $1990.

What are the benefits of opting for a prepaid cremation plan?

Piece of mind knowing you cremation is paid for and your family are aware of your wishes taking away the financial burden of a funeral.

Who is eligible for a prepaid cremation plan?

Anyone is able to purchase a funeral plan with Fixed Price Cremation over the age of 18.

What is included in a prepaid cremation plan?

  • Access to our specialist staff over the phone or by email
  • The transfer of the Deceased into our care 24/7 within our operational area*
  • Mortuary Care
  • A shroud to dress the Deceased
  • Completion of all application and registration forms
  • Doctor’s medical forms and fees
  • Registration of the death
  • Official Government Death Certificate
  • Transport to the crematorium
  • Basic coffin
  • Delivery of the cremated remains anywhere in Australia

What happens to the money I pay in advance?

Your money is securely invested with a third party funeral fund. When you purchase a pre paid cremation you will receive a copy of the fund certificate for your records.

How can I pay for my cremation plan?

We offer the convenience of payment by VISA, Mastercard or EFT. Payment for the non-attended cremation service is required prior to the cremation taking place.

What happens if my prepaid cremation service is booked in a particular state and my death occurs interstate?

You are able to transfer the funds to a local funeral director in that state or alternatively we can offer Travel care insurance for a small additional cost that will organise and cover transportation back to Victoria.

What happens to the money I pay in advance?

It is invested with an impartial financial institution in accordance with the funeral act 2006.  The funds can not be accessed until the death has occurred.

How can I pay for my cremation plan?

Our account can be paid by cheque, visa or master card. You are also able to pay via instalments over 2 or 3 years.

What happens if my prepaid cremation service is booked in a particular state and my death occurs interstate?

You are able to utilise a local funeral director we will just access the funds and transfer to your chosen funeral director.

Can I cancel my prepaid cremation plan?

There is a cooling-off period of 30 days.  After this time the funds can not be accessed until the time of death and a medical cause of death certificate is required to access these funds.

What are the benefits of opting for a prepaid cremation plan?

The amount doesn’t increase each year.  Once the cremation has been paid the funds are invested and there is no additional amount required at the time of death.