Infectious Diseases Act 1976 · 2020 Revised Edition · Part 5 · Prevention of International Spread of Infectious Diseases
43. Corpses
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Any corpse, human remains or bones other than cremated ashes must not be brought into or transhipped or exported from Singapore, unless accompanied by a medical certificate or other evidence showing —
the name of the deceased;
the date and cause of death (except where there is a valid Minister’s certificate under section 17A of the Coroners Act in respect of the death); and
the measures adopted to preserve the body.
Such corpse, human remains or bones must not be landed or transhipped or exported without the written permission of a Port Health Officer.
Port Health Officer
“Port Health Officer” means any Health Officer in charge of a port and includes his or her deputies and assistants;
The owner, master or agent of any vessel must ensure compliance with subsections (1) and (2).
owner
“owner”, in relation to any premises or vessel, means the person for the time being receiving the rent of the premises or vessel whether on the person’s own account or as agent, trustee or receiver or who would receive the same if the premises or the vessel were let or chartered;
Any person who contravenes subsection (1) or (2) shall be guilty of an offence and shall be liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $5,000.