Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At Torbay & District 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:

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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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Torbay & District 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.

Emma was professional and polite throughout the process of arranging our mother's funeral, from incorporating her requests, to the logistics when the day arrived. Emma was always prompt to respond to any queries we had, ensuring the process was smooth and made us feel in…

Debs J Roberts

Emma and team made the whole process so much easier. Losing my Mum was dreadful but Torbay and District Funeral Service were there for us. Nothing was too much trouble and I could see them or ring them with any queries. They gave Mum the…

Mary Howells

Torbay and District Funeral Services handled my dad’s funeral. They were very kind and helpful through the whole process. We spoke mainly to Bonnie and Emma and they were lovely and happy to accommodate any requests that we had. My dad wasn’t religious so the…

Michelle Stevens

Words cannot really do justice to the wonderful experience that we had with Torbay and District. Emma was phenomenal in every conceivable way. The support, understanding and care that the entire family had was second to none. After the dreadful loss of my mum, Emma…

Louise McLean

I cannot speak highly enough of this firm. Emma was so lovely and the arrangements for my dear partner Audrey Rendle went so smoothly. Thank you Emma and your colleagues for making the process so stress free and giving Audrey the send off she so…

Sam Balsdon

Dealing with the loss of my mother. Naturally the shock then much sadness, while then the daunting funeral arrangements, where do you begin with no experience. We visited Torbay & District Funeral Service where we were looked after by the team compassionate and professional from…

Wayne Brodie

My family and I would highly recommend Sarah and Katie and the team at Torbay and District Funeral Services for their wonderful service. From the first phone call I was put at ease by Sarahs kind manner. We felt assured that our dad was cared…

Sue Pavitt

Professionally and smoothly managed, with a reassuring touch from start to finish.

Kenneth 'Ken' Robinson

Thank you for the caring and sympathetic way that you conducted our brother's funeral everything was organised perfectly and the service was excellent. Would definitely recommend this company.

M Gent

In a caring and companionable way I do feel that I would highly recommend Torbay& District funeral services. Just so helpful, caring, patient and guiding every step of the way. A much heart felt thank you for your organisation of my dear brothers funeral who…

Miss Joanne Sharlott

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