Terms & Conditions

GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS OF UQBAH FUNERAL ASSISTANCE PROVIDED BY LICARS

Welcome to the UQBAH Funeral Service website, operated under LICARS Charity (Registered Charity No. 1057815). By using our website, www.uqbahfuneral.co.uk, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions. Please read them carefully before using this site.


1. General Information

  • This website is owned and operated by LICARS Charity, a registered UK charity (Registered No. 1057815).
  • The services described on this website are subject to availability and are provided in accordance with Islamic funeral principles.

2. Use of the Website

2.a By accessing or using www.uqbahfuneral.co.uk, you agree to:

2.b Use the website only for lawful purposes.

2.c Not engage in activities that may harm, disrupt, or misuse the website or its contents.

2.d Ensure that any information provided is accurate, complete, and up-to-date.


 3- MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

 

3.a All UQBAH membership applications are to be assessed and authorised by the board.

 

3.b All applicants are required to provide: "Proof of identification *Proof of residence "Doctor's medical report.

 

3.c Applicants with life-threatening illnesses are required to pay the maximum registration fee.

 

3.d You are also required to pay the maximum registration fee if an eligible family member suffers from a life-threatening illness (please see section 7 eligible family members)

 

3.e Completed paper application forms are to be posted to LICARS, 399 High Road, London,    N17 6QN. All required documents must be submitted with the application form.

 

3.f The board reserves the right to refuse an application at their discretion and they are not obliged to give an explanation for the refusal.

 


4. Membership and Signup

 

4.a All Muslims over the age of 18 can be a member.

 

4.b Incapacitated persons including those who are handicapped require the approval of the board of UQBAH.

 

4.c You must be permanently a resident in the UK.

 

4.d You are required to pay a registration fee at the start of your membership to UQBAH as shown in section 5 below.


 

5.Membership Registration Fees & Annual fee.

 

 

5.a The annual fee is estimated by the board based on administrative costs and funeral expenditure from the previous year.

 

5.b When the actual expenditure is calculated at the end of the year the balance is carried over to the following year's annual fee.

 

5.c The annual fee is to be paid by standing order or bank transfer. Members will have to bear any costs associated with these payment methods.

 

5.d The annual fee is to be paid before 31st January for the respective year. Membership will be suspended and may be cancelled if the annual fee is not paid.

 

5.e The suspension of membership does not eliminate the obligation to pay any annual fees in arrears.

 


6- ELIGIBLE START-MEMBERSHIP

All successful applicants will be posted a welcome letter with their membership card within 30 days after we receive the completed application form with required documents. (see section 3.b)

 


 

7- ELIGIBLE FAMILY MEMBERS ARE

7.a The member and the spouse.

 

7.b Children under 18.

 

7.c Severely handicapped children (50%) who are not earning (no age limit).

 

7.d in the case of a divorce, the supported spouse can make their own separate application. The registration fee (section 5) is not applicable if the application is made within a year of the divorce However, the annual fee amount for the respective year is payable.

 


 

8- POSSIBLE SCOPE OF SUPPORT FOR MEMBERS

8.a All regulatory affairs, The board will decide whether support can be rendered as soon as the member or the next of kin as per section 7 informs UQBAH in the case of death. Provided the board grants support, a contracted funeral director will be assigned in providing the following services;

 

8.b Preparing the deceased in accordance with Islamic custom and practice, b. The disposal of the deceased in accordance with the European standard,

 

8.c Support in facilitating the outward and return journeys for an accompanying person if the funeral is to be abroad (economy class).

 

8.d UQBAH will only bear the costs up to the designated airport for the deceased traveling to another country outside of Turkey and the Balkans. 8.3 Costs of up to £3500 will be covered for those who are being buried in the UK/EU/EEA or in Switzerland.

 

8.e Members who die outside the UK/EU/EEA or Switzerland can be transferred to and buried in the UK/EU/EEA or Switzerland provided the costs do not exceed £3000.

 

8.f Costs up to £650 will be paid for those who die and are buried outside the UK/EU/EEA or Switzerland if the claim is submitted no later than six months after the death of the member.

 

8.g The funeral costs can only be supported in the UK/EU/EEA or in Switzerland for miscarriages (pregnancy loss) under 500 grams as per the meaning of the funeral act of that country.

 

8.h The following documents and receipts must be made available to the contract funeral directors: Passport, death certificate or death report, marriage certificate (internationally valid, otherwise in English translation), membership ID.

 

8.i UQBAH will not be liable for costs arising as a result of the non-presentation of documents as listed in section 7.

 

8.j UQBAH will not be liable for delays due to bank holidays or delays that are caused by the airlines or the contracted funeral directors.

 


 

9- OBLIGATION TO NOTIFY

 

Every member is required to truthfully, completely and accurately inform UQBAH about any changes to their personal details and those of their family members. UQBAH will bear no responsibility for consequences arising from missing details/documents.

 


 

10- CLAIM FOR SUPPORT

 

The members have no legal claim to support from UQBAH. AII support of UQBAH is voluntary and requires a board resolution.

 



11- TERMINATION OF MEMBERSHIP

 

11.a Membership ends via cancellation, exclusion or death.

 

11.b Each member can cancel the membership at the end of the calendar year. The cancellation must be in writing.

 

11.c Members can be excluded by the board if a gross infringement of the member against Islamic principles is found to exist.

 

11.d All rights and obligations of the member lapse when member-ship ends. A refund of contributions paid is not applicable.

 


 

12. OTHER PROVISION

 The board has the exclusive right to deal with discrepancies between the members and administration of UQBAH.


 13. PLACE OF JURISDICTION

 

13.a If you have a complaint regarding our services, please contact us at info@uqbah.org.uk

13.b Disputes will be resolved in accordance with UK laws and the jurisdiction of UK courts.


14. APPLICABLE LAW

 

British law applies to the dealings between the member and UQBAH funeral.

 


15. POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR UQBAH

  • By accepting this agreement, all members of the UQBAH Funeral authorize UQBAH Funeral to act on their behalf in matters related to the arrangement and execution of their funeral services. Upon becoming a member of the system, members grant UQBAH Funeral the right to make decisions and carry out official transactions as necessary. This includes but is not limited to, coordinating with relevant authorities, managing required documentation, and ensuring proper execution of the funeral arrangements in accordance with the agreement and member preferences where applicable.


 

16. Intellectual Property Rights

  • All content on this website, including text, images, and design, is the property of LICARS Charity unless otherwise stated.
  • You may not reproduce, distribute, or otherwise use the content without prior written consent.

17. Links to Third-Party Websites

  • 17.a This website may contain links to external sites for your convenience.
  • 17.b UQBAH Funeral Service is not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of third-party websites.

18. Limitation of Liability

  • 18.a LICARS Charity will not be held liable for any damages, losses, or claims arising from the use or inability to use this website or its services.
  • 18.b This includes but is not limited to technical issues, inaccuracies, or interruptions.

19. Data Protection

  • 19.a Your personal information will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
  • 19.b We do not share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.

20. Complaints and Disputes

  • If you have a complaint regarding our services, please contact us at info@uqbah.org.uk
  • If you have any questions about these terms and conditions, please contact us:

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