Background
The organisation of the funeral often intervenes in the emergency: the family chooses an operator, asks for a quote and must include the services offered. The new notice provides a common reference before signing the contract.
Why it's important
For a family, this document helps to distinguish mandatory benefits from commercial options and compare proposals. It can also make it easier for a relative who is still not familiar with the French rules.
What Changes
Introduction of a uniform and neutral information package for all funeral professionals, effective October 1, 2026.
Useful details
- Identical notice for all operators, without company name or advertising.
- Funeral quote free of charge and without commitment.
- Remedies through the Consumer Ombudsman.
Terms to know
- notice d’information
- Common document on rights and benefits
- devis funéraire
- costed proposal to organize the funeral
- médiateur de la consommation
- independent intermediary to settle a friendly dispute
