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International Repatriations
The repatriation of a deceased individual outside of Europe is predominantly conducted via air travel.
It is possible to transport a deceased person to almost all major capital airports worldwide, as well as numerous other major city airports in specific countries.
It is essential to always adhere to the prevailing import regulations of the country where the deceased will be interred. In many countries, it is a requirement for the deceased person to undergo embalming (preservation). Each repatriation must be carried out using an airtight and leak-proof casket or a similar container, unless the deceased has been cremated. It is mandatory to provide a medical certificate confirming that the deceased was not infected with contagious diseases that could hinder their import into the country where they will be laid to rest.
We offer guidance on consular matters and assist in obtaining all necessary documents.
Under the "Embassies" section, we have compiled valuable information. To access information and contact details for your embassy or consulate, please click on the name of the country where the burial is scheduled to take place.
If the relevant country is not listed, please do not hesitate to contact us.
When utilizing air transport for repatriation, we strongly recommend paying close attention to the overall weight, as most airlines calculate flight expenses based on the transported weight. The choice of casket can significantly impact costs, as high-quality, and consequently costly caskets tend to have greater weight. Opting for a simpler, lighter casket can potentially result in substantial savings on flight expenses. The funds saved can then be used to purchase a locally appropriate casket at the burial location.
Transfers within the EU / Germany
The repatriation of a deceased individual within Europe is typically carried out to neighboring countries of Germany, primarily by hearse, but it can also be conducted by air travel.
When using a hearse, the deceased is usually transported directly to a local funeral home or cemetery. If the repatriation is done by air, all EU capital airports, as well as many other major city airports in individual countries, can be used to transport the deceased.
It is essential to always adhere to the prevailing import regulations of the country where the deceased will be finally laid to rest. It may be necessary for the deceased person to undergo embalming (preservation). Each repatriation must be carried out using an airtight and leak-proof casket or a similar container unless the deceased has been cremated.
A medical certificate confirming that the deceased was not infected with contagious diseases that would make the import into the country where the deceased will be buried impossible is always required. Additionally, other documents may be necessary to permit transport with a hearse within a foreign country's territory.
We provide guidance on consular matters and assist in obtaining all necessary documents. Under the "Embassies" section, we have compiled helpful information. To access information and contact details for your embassy or consulate, please click on the name of the country where the burial is scheduled to take place.
If the relevant country is not listed, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Funeral service in Germany
Often, for personal or financial reasons, family members or friends are unable to travel to the country where the burial will take place.
In such cases, we offer the option to hold a funeral service in Germany. This can take place at a cemetery, in a church, or even in a suitable domestic setting.
As a funeral service provider, we are more than willing to organize the entire funeral service for you, or we can enable you to design the service or farewell according to your personal needs. To do so, we prepare the deceased with dignity and place them in a coffin. We coordinate with you the location and time when we will bring the deceased to you.
Here, you have up to 24 hours to arrange a farewell ceremony according to your personal wishes. After the conclusion of the ceremony, we will transfer the deceased back to our premises and handle all further necessary matters.
Please feel free to reach out to us regarding the various options for a personalized farewell.
