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.

Thank you to Chadwick's for dealing with our mother's funeral. They had previously done the same for our father and that was done well. They made sorting out the details and paperwork easier. On the day, the funeral was conducted very professionally.

Adrian Horne

From the sad day up to the final day, Chadwick Funeral services made sure that our sad day turned into a memorable day. With no stress, everything was taken care of, with attention to detail. A Wonderful ran buisness with the family touch. Steve A.…

Steven Andrews

I really cant thank HC for their excellent customer service. They thought of everything from start to finish. Emily was excellent and was very attentive and from the first time I met her I knew we were in safe hands. Alistair took a lot of…

lynn Woodward

I would like to thank everyone at Howard Chadwick's for their support. I wanted my husband to go back to Oxfordshire from Wiltshire as this was his home ground. From the recovery from the Swindon hospital to the Chapel of Rest and all the arrangements…

Janet Powell

We cannot thank Chadwicks enough, especially Ashley, for his professionalism, advice and dedication to what was an extremely difficult time. Ashley was there for us, explained, advised and organised everything from start to finish. Gave us options and made everything possible that we had asked…

Carol Vaisey

From my first telephone call with Emily to Alistair’s care on the day of the funeral, everyone I dealt with at Chadwick’s were polite and helpful. A credit to their profession.

Denise Smith

Organising the repatriation of our Mum and her funeral in Oxfordshire remotely from Scotland seemed an overwhelming task. However, Chadwick’s gently and expertly guided us through the entire process with professionalism and empathy. Our particular thanks to Alistair, Ashley and Neil for their exceptional compassion…

Heather Harris

Chadwick's were exceptionally professional, kind and sensitive following my recent bereavement and during my husband's funeral preparations. All the team members I dealt with were helpful and patient, and the funeral itself was led and managed with dignity and great care by Thomas. We are…

Elizabeth Martin

Howard Chadwick Funeral Service provided exceptional care for our Mum during such a difficult time. From the moment we contacted them, they were a light on a very dark day. They took fantastic care of Mum and treated her with the utmost dignity. Most importantly,…

Ben Roberts

We have used Chadwicks for our family through the years and they have always been so good. They guide you through every step and are always extremely helpful and caring.…

Carolyn Hookham