Funeral chains
MTG Funerals: services and what to expect
By Lindiwe Khumalo · 5 min read · Updated 24 June 2026
- Type
- Funeral services provider / parlour
- Operates in
- South Africa - confirm the branches near you directly
- Services
- Funeral arrangement, coffins, services, burial
- Known for
- Local funeral services
MTG Funerals is a South African funeral services provider that handles the practical side of a funeral - care of the deceased, the coffin, the hearse and the service - with any funeral plan needing to be underwritten by a licensed insurer; confirm coverage, packages and prices directly with MTG. Like other parlours, it handles the practical side of a funeral - care of the body, the coffin, the service and the burial arrangements.
This page sets out, in general terms, what a provider like MTG typically offers and how to weigh it up. We focus on the right questions to ask rather than publishing details we cannot independently verify.
For the exact services, packages, prices, branches and contact numbers, confirm directly with MTG Funerals, because these change and differ by area.
What MTG Funerals does
MTG Funerals operates as a funeral services provider, managing the steps a family cannot easily handle alone: collecting and caring for the body, supplying the coffin, preparing the deceased, and arranging the service, transport and burial.
Many providers also assist with the death registration paperwork, the program and small details like flowers and catering. Ask which of these are included in a package and which are charged separately, so you see the full cost before deciding.
Packages and prices
Funeral providers usually offer tiered packages, from a simple dignified burial to a fuller service with a higher-end coffin, more vehicles and extras.
We do not publish exact MTG prices because they change and depend on the package and location. As a rough, indicative frame only, a basic dignified funeral in South Africa often starts in the low thousands of rand and rises with the coffin, transport and added services. Ask for an itemised written quote so each cost is clear.
What to check before you commit
Whether or not you choose MTG, hold any provider to the same standard:
- An itemised written quote - every cost listed, no vague bundles.
- What is included - coffin, preparation, transport, venue, paperwork.
- Any funeral plan terms - if they offer monthly cover, check the waiting period, who is covered and the premium.
- Reputation - ask people in your community about their experience.
- Registration - a legitimate parlour should be properly registered and compliant.
Do not feel pressured to decide on the spot. A good provider gives you space to think and compare.
How to contact MTG Funerals
Use the official MTG Funerals website, social media or a branch to get current services, packages, prices and contact numbers. We do not publish phone numbers here because they change and we cannot verify them.
Always get the quote and what it includes in writing, and confirm they can conduct the funeral in the town and on the date you need.
Frequently asked questions
What does MTG Funerals offer?
As a funeral services provider, MTG typically handles care of the body, the coffin, preparation, the service, transport and burial, and often helps with paperwork. Confirm exactly what is included in a package and what costs extra before deciding.
How much does an MTG funeral cost?
Prices change and depend on the package and location, so we do not quote exact figures. As a rough frame, a basic dignified funeral in South Africa often starts in the low thousands of rand and rises with the coffin and extras. Ask for an itemised written quote.
Does MTG Funerals offer funeral cover?
Some providers offer a monthly funeral plan as well as once-off funerals. If MTG offers a plan, check the waiting period, who is covered, the premium and what the funeral includes. If you only need a once-off funeral, an itemised quote is enough.
What should I check before paying MTG?
Ask for an itemised written quote, what each package includes, the terms of any funeral plan, the provider's reputation in your community, and proof of proper registration. Do not feel rushed into deciding on the spot.
How do I contact MTG Funerals?
Use the official MTG Funerals website, social media or a branch to get current services, prices and contact numbers. We do not publish phone numbers here because they change and we cannot verify them.
Can MTG Funerals bury in another town or province?
Many parlours arrange transport between towns or provinces. Ask MTG whether they can collect and bury where you need, what the transport costs, and whether they have handled burials in your specific area.
