Transferring Deceased to Another Country

Q: If the body of a deceased is being transferred to another country, should the ghusl and janaaza be done in the country of death or in the country of destination?

A: Firstly, a person should be buried in the country where he has died. It is not permissible to transport the body long distances because this causes a delay in the burial, and the hadith forbids delaying the janaaza. However, if such transportation of a deceased becomes necessary then the ghusl and kafan should be done before transporting the body. Thereafter the Janaaza Salah should be read in the country of destination, before proceeding to the cemetery.