Repatriation

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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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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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.

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I would like to place on record my deep appreciation for the hugely professional service offered by Farthings, particularly on the day of my Mum's funeral.

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It's very difficult to express positivity when it comes to a loved one's funeral, however in the case of working with Farthings Felixstowe (and Ipswich), and because of the service that we received, in this case it's very easy. We've never had to directly deal…

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Originally I was going to use another funeral service but on phoning twice I got a message saying all of their operatives were busy. On requesting a phone back I received a call from their Manchester office. Therefore I called Fathing Funeral Service and they…

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My family cannot fault the service we received from Farthing. In what has been an already difficult and emotional time, Farthing have been caring, empathetic and professional. They made the journey as easy as possible and guided us through the whole process. Thank you so…

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We wish to express our deepest gratitude to Farthing Funeral Service for handling our mother's repatriation from the US and her burial in Ipswich. Ammie, the Funeral Director and the staff guided us through the process with seamless professionalism. Thanks to their meticulous attention to…

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Sam was extremely helpful and was very helpful and sympathetic in my situation. I would thoroughly recommend your service.

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Fiona was absolutely brilliant. We asked her do a reading for us that was written by grandchildren, she was amazing and done a really good job.

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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.…

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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…

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