Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At Kavanagh & Coates Funeral Services 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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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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Planning ahead?

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?

Kavanagh & Coates Funeral Services 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.

7/10/2025 We have just used Kavanagh&Coates Funeral services for our Dad, Dennis Ball.They recommended a funeral plan after Mums funeral 5years ago,and was worth doing. We would like to say they have been absolutely brilliant, everything went like clockwork and we had nothing to worry…

PHIL Ball

From my very first phone call, to arriving at the wake venue, the support and care that I received was unbelievable! I can not thank Sam enough for all the effort and care that went into ensuring my Dad's funeral run smoothly. You and Claire…

Carley McLaughlin

Thank you to Kavanagh and Coates for the excellent service and care you provided to us for my dad's funeral. Dave was compassionate and professional in supporting us through this. He listened to us and ensured that our dad's service was exactly as we wanted…

C Connor

It is very difficult to keep up with process of arranging a funeral when you’re grieving. Dave and his team fully understand this. They were compassionate, empathetic and more importantly a friendly professional team. Nothing was too much trouble, late night arrangements, last minute changes.…

Nicola Hobson

Highly recommend Kavanagh and Coates. Exceptional service from all members of staff. Very compassionate and supportive throughout the process. I would like to thank Dave for the amazing support and care shown to us all during the funeral arrangements for my dad. You did him…

Karen Poche

When our Mum passed away suddenly we really had no idea who to contact. I asked for recommendations on FB and it became apparent that Kavanagh and Coates came highly recommended. We went to see them and I can honestly say they were absolutely professional…

Sue Spencer

The whole process from start to finish was handled with professionalism and empathy by all the staff at Kavanagh & Coates. Definitely recommended.

Jason Forster

A big big thank you to Jamie, who helped us through this very sad time. Your care and compassion will be remembered. Thank you Steph for your help. Myself and family were in total shock and never thought we would be going through this awful…

Janette Chadwick

I would definitely recommend Kavanagh & Coates funeral directors. They sort out all the arrangements for you, which does help at such a difficult time, they are very professional and they care about your loved one and also the family. They are very approachable if…

Sharon Burton

.At a time when, we, the family were dealing with the sudden tragic death of a mum, nana, great nana etc, they advised and lead us through the process of organising her funeral. On the actual day, the service received from Kavanagh and Coates was…

Carol Ashton

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