Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At Huntleys Funeral Services we understand the difficulties families face when repatriating their loved ones back to their homeland. We are here to help and guide during the repatriation process, to care for your loved one and help manage the legal documentation and transport arrangements. We will be competitive on price and can assure you there will be no compromise on the quality of our care and service.

We have a qualified team with vast experience in international repatriation from any part of the UK to all parts of the world. They are experienced in supporting different customs and ethnic traditions. Our modern and welcoming funeral homes have the appropriate facilities to accommodate the needs and procedures that may be requested, including embalming and washing facilities which are available for all religions.

If you need to speak to a member of our team, we are contactable by the phone 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Repatriation Services FAQs

Our service includes:

Full international repatriation to and from any country in the world
Personal service from one of our experienced funeral arrangers with contact via telephone, email and video calls as required
Advice on all documentation and coffin requirements for UK authorities, all embassies and consulates and all major airlines
A documentation delivery service to embassies and consulates in the UK
Advice on the specific requirements for the required destination
Translation services for official documents and alleviation of language problems associated with probate
Freight booking services and airway bill
Repatriation conveyance throughout the UK, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
A wide range of coffins and caskets suitable for international repatriation and conforming to international shipping regulations
A range of ashes urns suitable for international transit
Embalming services and official certification appropriate for all destinations
Respectful and dignified care of your loved one at all times while within our care

For further help and advice regarding our repatriation services visit:

Repatriation from the UK or Repatriation to the UK

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Coffin Range

We offer a wide range of coffins, from picture coffins, wooden, wicker, wool and cardboard coffins to caskets.

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Funeral prices vary depending on the type of ceremony you would like for your loved one. There are many options to choose from to make it unique and special.

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It is now really easy to plan ahead, making a huge difference by easing the burden on your family when the time comes, so they can focus on the arrangements.

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Need advice?

Huntleys Funeral Services can assist you in every step of the funeral so please don’t hesitate to ask us about any aspects or queries you may have.

From start to finish Huntleys funeral detectors have been nothing but wonderfully professional. Massive thanks to Sandra and Wendy for the behind the scenes organisation and also to Nigel for conducting the service professionally and compassionately. I would strongly recommend this funeral directors.

Linda Wilcox

Everyone was so respectful kind and caring

liisa phillips

Catherine & Sandra were fantastic. Everything was mostly dealt with via email due to distance. The care & compassion was so professional throughout and Catherine & Sandra supported myself and the family in the best way possible. On the day of the funeral all of…

Debbie Armstrong

Caring company who looked after both my parents (at separate times) with respect and dignity

J H

They really helped us at such a bad time. Showed so much respect, for those lost too. Kind and understanding. Thank you to all involved, you made the passing so much easier, at such a sad time. Thank you…

Michelle Edwards

Those whole team at Huntleys are truly lovely, genuine people who clearly only want the best for you and your loved one. Each person there makes time for you whether on a call or in person, planned or not. Catherine as the appointed director was…

Sophie Nicholls

I cannot praise Sandra and the team enough for the care, compassion and support they gave me, right from the very beginning all the way to the funeral of my auntie and afterwards. I would highly recommend Huntleys funeral directors.…

Larraine Leadbeater

Not reviewing for a funeral but a personal matter Jennie and Paul took into their own hands, I lost my wallet today and they found it on a roundabout and went well out of there way to get it back to me. I'm so grateful…

Sam Heath

As a family we cannot fault the help and support shown to us by Catherine, Sharon and the team. From the initial meeting to discuss my mum's Trina shewell funeral to the actual day of the service we received was amazing. We cannot recommend this…

Gemma Shewell

The Director, Catherine, was lovely. Very courteous and considerate. She explained everything very clearly.…

Sue Hall

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