Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At Eaves 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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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?

Eaves 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.

Michael was absolutely amazing throughout the whole process. He made the whole process bearable and truly went above and beyond. Thank you so much for making the most difficult time of our lives so beautiful. I will never forgot your kindness.

Kimberley Miller

I have so much to say about this wonderful Service but it’s so much more than this. Laura Winthrop and her amazing Team were so professional from the beginning and onwards. Beautiful, kind and tentative towards my mum and treat mum like their own family.…

K Less

Great service from start to finish. Laura was excellent and very easy to chat with about everything and really helped at a difficult time

Christopher Hetherington

K Less

Great service from start to finish. Laura was excellent and very easy to chat with about everything and really helped at a difficult time

Christopher Hetherington

The whole team took care of my late 28 year old daughter and my family with all our requirements. MICHAEL Branney and Carmel Bowman went over and above what was an extremely difficult time…

Dawn Oliver

While arranging the funeral for my uncle I did meet a number of people at the premises but Laura and Michael were the people I dealt with directly, they were wonderful and made me feel comfortable and very supported and such friendly, approachable people.

tracey Dickinson

We have always used Eaves. And they have always had high standards and that has never changed even when ownership has changed. Professionalism, kindness, dignity. Make the progress easier, always willing to step and go above and Beyond. Always ready to pick up the phone…

Ashley Matthews

Julia, Mike and Sophie were all kind and helpful . It was reassuring knowing that they were at the end of the phone or email to help and advise.

sandra ray

Amazing service from Laura start to finish talked us through everything so greatfull for her help thank you Laura From Geoff & Anita…

Geoffrey Sleightholm

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