Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At Farthing 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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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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Farthing 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.

Farthings’s went above and beyond to provide the perfect send off for my beautiful daughter. It was everything we wanted for her & more. The attention to detail & care they provide was outstanding. All the little personal touches made her day extra special. A…

Kerry Hearn

We recently used Farthings Funeral services Ipswich for my late step dads funeral. We highly recommend them as they are very professional, caring and helpful in every way possible. They supported us with everything and made the whole process less stressful and easier to manage.…

Sonja Bunting

We can’t thank the team enough for the kindness, care, and professionalism they showed our family during such a difficult time. A special thank you to Fiona, who was compassionate, thoughtful, and supportive throughout the whole process. The service was beautifully organised, and the personal…

Helena Sousa

I Just wanted to say a HUGE thank you to everyone at Farthings for your kindness, Support and generosity, in looking after my Nans funeral. The beautiful Wool Coffin and the exceptional service, were truly amazing. Your 5 star reviews say it all. Special thanks…

Matt Southgate

During one of the most difficult times for our family, Matt and the team at Farthing provided exceptional care, compassion, and professionalism throughout the repatriation process for our loved one. What could have been an overwhelming and stressful experience was handled smoothly from start to…

Ana Bastos

The care, respect & dignity shown to my beloved husband by Emma, Matt & the Team was a source of great comfort and reassured me that I had placed him in the best care possible. Nothing was too much trouble for them. The support &…

Debbie Hunt

Farthings Woodbridge were absolutely brilliant throughout. From our first contact advising us on the repatriation process to liaising with the Funeral directors abroad to caring for our loved one with tenderness dignity and respect when he arrived home. The funeral was beautiful and Ammie guided…

Diana Infanti

I would like to thank you for your service that you provided from start to finish, a special thank you to Francesca who was amazing. The whole process was made a joy through a horrible time so being made to feel that I was the…

Natalie Ravenhill

Francesca worked so hard to make a difficult time a lot easier and less stressful than it might have been. Professional, prompt, knowledgeable and so helpful. Thank you.

Rob Ashton

Wonderful service. The staff are lovely, kept me informed throughout and the service it's self was beautiful. The floral tributes we ordered were amazing. I cant recommend these enough. *****

mick white

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