Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At Sandy Close 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:

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?

Sandy Close 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.

Every member of.staff I delt with were extremely helpful. Put my mind at ease and made the whole process stress free. They explained everything so well and were so efficient at sorting out any paperwork. I would recommend Sandy Close especially due to the staff.…

Margaret Leckey

We have used sandy close twice now. First time was my granny then my late daddy. Everything went smoothly from the minute we first spoke to arrange it until the last final contact. Christine was amazing she dealt with us both times. The guys were…

Lyndsey Booth

All members of the Sandy Close team were excellent. Christine was our point of contact within the funeral home and was on top of everything from first contact. Stephen handled the funeral on the day and again was extremely professional and comforting to us all…

Mark Ireland

My wife and I have known Geordie from 1970 he was always the gentleman we had some laughs with him always had time for other people Will be very sadly missed by all who knew him. God bless you Gerdie Safe in the arms of…

JMcCI

Beautiful christine thankyou

leslie black

All the staff were excellent respectful and professional but especially the young lady Lauryn was extremely helpful

FatAl_PuNk_5477 “FatAl5477”

My mum passed away recently she had organised her funeral and cremation through Sandy Close funeral services Shankill road. We couldn't have asked for better, they were very sympathetic and professional from the start. All the staff were so courteous and really friendly and helpful.…

Christina McAllister

A perfect day.though hard for my family.sandy close staff 100% great at ther job.…

Stephen Magee

This is a family run business and very good friends of ours all the family are lovely and just couldn't be more helpful they really go above and beyond for you

Andrea Douglas

Very good and helpful

Margaret Holland

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