ICGA Muslim Cemetery
Islamic Center of Greater Austin

ICGA Muslim Cemetery

A sacred, non-profit WAQF resting place serving Muslim families across Austin and Central Texas since the early 1980s — cared for by our community, for our community.

Burial Procedure Contact & Directions
When a Death Happens

Nearing end-of-life or a death has occurred?

These times are difficult with the loss of your loved one, and our goal is to expedite the process. Please do the following, in order:

  1. During business hours, call the Cemetery Line at (512) 666-3389.
  2. Fill out the Burial Intake Form as soon as possible to expedite the process.
  3. Download the Muslim Cemetery Usage Agreement . Complete the document and return it.
  4. Download the State of Texas Death Certificate form. Complete the document and return it.
  5. Go to Burial Procedures & Guidelines to understand more.
  6. Continue to communicate with the ICGA Funeral Coordinator.

Burial Procedure

A step-by-step guide covering the required first meeting, Ghusl (washing), Kafan (shrouding), Janazah (funeral prayer), and grave assignment.

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Forms & Required Documents

What next of kin must bring: the deceased’s information, a death certificate or Ghusul verification, and a signed Muslim Cemetery Usage Agreement.

See required documents →
Our Story

A community WAQF, since the early 1980s

The ICGA Muslim Cemetery first came into existence in the early 1980s with a non-profit WAQF donation of 20 acres of land just outside of Austin, in Dale, Texas. The Islamic Center of Greater Austin (ICGA) sees itself only as a custodian of the cemetery — the land belongs to the Muslim community it serves.

Since its inception, the cemetery has served not only the Austin community but families across the greater Central Texas region, including Killeen, San Antonio, College Station, and Houston. In a typical month there are 10–15 burials, and the cemetery is expected to serve the Central Texas community for centuries to come.

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At a glance

Established Early 1980s
Land 20 acres, WAQF-donated
Location 1920 County Line Road, Dale, Texas 78616
Serves Austin, Killeen, San Antonio, College Station, Houston
Status Non-profit, State of Texas–recognized
What We Offer

Cared for according to Islamic tradition

WAQF land, free for all Muslims

Because of its WAQF status, the cemetery land itself is free for all Muslims. The only costs involved are grave digging, paid directly by the family to a third-party digger, and a plaque with the name and dates of birth and death, charged at cost to keep plaques uniform and in keeping with religious standards.

Volunteer-led burial rites

ICGA does not charge any fees for Ghusl (washing), Kafan (shrouding), or Janazah (funeral prayer). All religious rites are provided by trained community volunteers without compensation, including trained sisters available to wash and prepare deceased Muslimah.

Legally recognized

As a registered non-profit, the ICGA Cemetery is legally permitted by the State of Texas to bury Muslims in complete accordance with Islamic law — unlike for-profit cemeteries with Muslim sections, which must follow licensed funeral-home laws that can conflict with Muslim funeral rites.

Community Support

Backed by masajid across Central Texas

The ICGA Muslim Cemetery enjoys broad-based support from Islamic centers throughout the region, who help sustain its independent endowment fund for land development, maintenance, and expansion of the 20-acre grounds.

  • Islamic Center of Greater Austin (ICGA)
  • North Austin Muslim Community Center (NAMCC)
  • Islamic Center of Round Rock (ICRR)
  • Islamic Center of Brushy Creek (ICBC)
  • Nueces Mosque
  • Islamic Center of Pflugerville
  • Islamic Center of Lake Travis (ICLT)
  • Masjid Ibrahim
  • Islamic Center of Hays County (ICHC)
  • Majid Al-Huda
  • Al Noor Community Center
  • Georgetown Islamic Center (GIC)