Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At E Gill & Sons 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?

E Gill & Sons 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.

Jamie at Gill's Funeral Directors throughout provided the perfect service in every way in preparing us from before the death of my mother in hospital to cremation and celebration service in Lambley and Burton Joyce. Jamie provided a totally compassionate, knowledgeable, organised and informative service,…

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Alison was brilliant. From our initial contact through to the funeral she showed professionalism, kindness and understanding. She kept in touch regularly which was comforting and reassuring. On the day of the funeral the entire team were friendly, professional, and dignified. The funeral ran like…

Fay Lawrence

From the outset of a sad and truly emotional journey, right to the end, I can not fault E.Gills Funeral Services professionalism in the handling of my mums service. They gave me time to make decisions, offered advice at the appropriate time, always consulted on…

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Really just wanted to thank E Gill and Sons, and Nick in particular for a faultless service for our dear Lisa, much loved sister to my wife and brother in law to me. We’ve had a few bereavements lately, and had to deal with some…

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E Gill & Sons organised my mother’s funeral. Jamie, in particular handled everything sensitively and with total professionalism. We felt that the arrangements were safe in his hands from the start. Jamie guided us through the whole process and helped us to make sure that…

Alison Holloway

E. Gill & Sons was a recommendation......an excellent recommendation. From the first initial telephone call through to Mom´s final resting place. Jamie´s guidance and support throughout the entire process was exemplary. Mom´s wishes were fulfilled entirely, with great dignity and understanding. Thank you.…

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