For bishops and archbishops, the liturgical clothes for a funeral include the alb, a white tunic held by a traditional cord called cincture, the amice, a short linen cloth to cover the neck, and a red chasuble, a solemn cape, in honour of the pope. Finally, they don a simple white linen or silk mitre on their heads.

During the period of mourning, which will last nine days in total, the Pope will be buried and a funeral will be held. This usually takes place between four and six days after the Pope's death, so it could be as soon as Friday, April 25.