Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At Ian Brown Funeral Directors 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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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?

Ian Brown Funeral Directors 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.

Finally getting round to leaving this review !! We lost our dear mum in July last year, she had a Golden Charter Plan, but had went to another funeral directors to leave her wishes etc, however after the shocking service and treatment we had received…

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Derek at Ian Brown funeral directors made planning my dad’s funeral much easier than I would have imagined. From collecting my dad, our meetings at the funeral directors to the funeral day itself Derek was there along the way to help me and my mum…

Fiona House

All staff were amazing and helped to highest standard

Peter Ewing

My Daughter and I entrusted my late husband into the care of Derek Hume and his colleagues. I had little experience of arranging a funeral and choose Ian Brown Funeral Directors being a local independent company and after reading their excellent reviews. I would highly…

John Campbell

Great team of staff and all extremely helpful and knowledgable

Helen Lammie

I would like to recognise Fraser for the support he gave us. His knowledge and experience are evident and he is great at his job.

Fraser Lyle

Fantastic service from all staff we communicated with throughout the whole process. Anne, Stuart and Fraser were very professional and respectful with every aspect of caring for my dad on his final journey. They made a very difficult time more bearable. I would highly recommend…

Charmaine Lawson

All the Grieve family would like to thank you on your excellent caring service during the sad process of our loved ones funeral…

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Marion Scott

Very happy with the kind and thoughtful service provided.

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