Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At Howard Chadwick Funeral Service 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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Our pricing

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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Planning ahead?

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?

Howard Chadwick Funeral Service 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.

Chadwick’s supported my Mum’s funeral. The planning was dignified, knowledgable, and considerate. It clearly came from a depth of experience and we were made to feel at ease. The actual day itself went smoothly and just as it had been planned. Chadwick’s again were present…

Helen Reano

I would like to thank Alistair and the team at Chadwick's for all their support over the last few weeks and for looking after my father in law Steve for us on till the funeral last Friday. You all have been so kind and professional…

Anne Franklin

Very pleased with Alastair Cox and the team from Howard Chadwick Funeral Service, they were very respectful in every way with regard my father’s funeral. The professionalism they showed during the whole process made us feel at ease at such a stressful time, must say…

Roy Grant

Thank you so much to Al and the whole team at Chadwick’s for all the support you gave to our family and such respectful and professional service. Janet Brown

Itz Henners

Very thoughtful help at a difficult time - would thoughly recomend

Margaret Jackson

The whole family is grateful to Alistair and everybody at Howard Chadwick for the quiet, respectful, and fuss-free way in which the funeral arrangements were managed. Friendly, sympathetic and professional, we would unhesitatingly recommend their services.

peter adamson

Thank you for your professional manner and knowledge, making a difficult time easier and calmer for us all.

Gillian Reah

We were really grateful to the team at Howard Chadwick. Their understanding of the family's wishes, their guidance and superb organisation ensured the funeral service went smoothly and was a great comfort to all the family. It took so much pressure off us to know…

Jackie Andrews

Excellent service from start to finish . Alistair, Thomas and the team were sensitive , courteous and attentive to us during our very sad loss. We cannot thank them enough during this difficult time for us a family.

sunday carrigan

We as a family cannot thank Alistair, Emily and the amazing team from Chadwicks enough for all their compassion ,care and professionalism in the handling of my daughter’s funeral. We knew that she was safe in their capable hands and for us to receive such…

Sue Taylor