​Global Repatriation of Ashes or Cremated Remains

Original Death Certificate: This is the most important document and allows us to start the repatriation process ( We keep the original but upon arrival to the final destination your chosen consignee should return this to you ) • Original Passport: This is a form of identification and is required for some paperwork to be processed and for the flight to take place. • Consignee’s Details: To request a flight for your loved one we must have contact information for the person or company that would be collecting from your requested airport. We must have their full name, address, telephone number and email address..

• Out of England Certificate: This document is issued by the local coroner and gives permission for us to repatriate your loved one ( An original death certificate and in some circumstances a passport is required to obtain this document ) • Free From Infection Certificate: This is issued by the hospital / Pathologist or GP and is informing us that your loved one is safe for travel. ( If your loved one does have a communicable infection a repatriation can still take place but depending on circumstance can change some options available to you – Please ask our team if you have any further questions in this regard ) • Embalming Certificate: This document we create once your loved one has been embalmed. This is a legal requirement for any repatriation and also preserves your loved one for viewing purposes. • Funeral Directors Declaration: This document we create once we are in the final stages of the repatriation.

The timeframe from the initial arrangements to the day of the flight can vary based on several factors. At a minimum, one working week is required to complete all necessary paperwork. In certain circumstances, additional time may be needed to finalise all required documentation.