How to Perform Funeral Prayer at Eyup Sultan?

Importance of Funeral Prayer

Funeral prayer (Janazah) is a fard al-kifayah (communal obligation) in Islam. When performed by a group of Muslims, the responsibility is lifted from others. Eyup Sultan Mosque is one of the most preferred funeral prayer locations in Istanbul due to the spiritual significance of praying in the presence of Abu Ayyub al-Ansari.

Application and Required Documents

An application to the mosque administration must be made to have a funeral prayer performed. The required documents are:

Burial permit (obtained from the municipality)
Death certificate (from a hospital or health institution)
Copy of ID card
The body washing and shrouding process must be completed.

Prayer Times and Procedure

Funeral prayers at Eyup Sultan Mosque are generally performed after the noon (Zuhr) prayer. On busy days, funeral prayers may also be performed after the afternoon (Asr) prayer. A funeral prayer lasts approximately 10-15 minutes. Bringing the deceased to the mosque and placing them on the funeral stone is done under the guidance of mosque staff.

Funeral Services

Body washing and shrouding services are available at mortuaries around Eyup Sultan Mosque. All funeral procedures are professionally managed in coordination with the municipality and the Presidency of Religious Affairs. Hearse services can also be organized. It is recommended to contact the mosque administration for detailed information.