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.

The lovely team at Chadwicks was a delight when my sister and I were shaken by our father's death and needed to arrange his funeral. They were all sensitive, caring, professional, efficient and gave incredible attention to detail. We could not have asked for better…

Charlotte Thomas

Superb service from all the staff at Chadwicks

Frank Hatton

All the staff were so attentive,caring and compassionate. Staff delivered a really personal service ensuring that my sister was given a wonderful send off and treated with nothing but dignity throughout. Nothing seemed to difficult for them, they even wore pink ties in honor of…

Liz Collins

The team were wonderful. They took so much time and care to make sure I was happy with the arrangements. The day went really smoothly and I felt very supported throughout the process. Thank you.

Nicola Moore

Losing a loved one is so very painful, the process after death is confusing and when grieving, very tedious. The team at Howard Chadwick’s guided me through the process so very sensitively. I received phone calls asking how my son and I were regularly. The…

Amanda Robson

I cannot praise the staff at Howard Chadwick’s highly enough. From our initial encounter until we were driven back from the crematorium, our experience was more than we could have hoped. Everyone was professional and respectful at all times. The arrangements for my husband’s funeral…

Susan Wilson

Chadwicks dealt with the funeral of my Mum in February, I cannot praise them highly enough. We met Ashley who explained everything in a clear caring way, and with great attention to detail, and arranged for my Mum's former priest who now lives out of…

Andrew Russell

I cannot thank the team at Chadwick’s enough. Although the process is complex, they handled every aspect beautifully with respect and dignity for my Mum and all of our family from beginning to end. Rachel Lee & Family

Rachel Lee

We have used Howard Chadwick several times over the past few years. They are very professional and sensitive to your needs. Would definitely recommend there services

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We wanted to use a local company and Chadwick’s were kind, considerate a gracious, well organised and clear in their instructions.…

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