What to do if a loved one has passed away abroad
First Steps, Document Preparation, and Repatriation Process
The death of a loved one while abroad is one of the most challenging and difficult situations that a family can face. In such moments, it is important to know how to act correctly to ensure a proper farewell to the departed and to handle all formalities correctly. Our company Angel, with its extensive experience, will provide you with detailed instructions and information on repatriation, and we are ready to provide comprehensive assistance in such a situation.
Urgent Action: If an accident has occurred and a loved one has passed away in a foreign country, first contact the funeral home that deals with the repatriation process, which will remotely contact local law enforcement and medical institutions.
These organizations will issue an official confirmation of death (certificate of cause of death or death certificate), which is an important and mandatory document for further formalities and procedures.
Repatriation Documents
It is also important to note that the following documents may be required in cases of repatriation:
- Death certificate issued by local authorities;
- Marriage certificate (if applicable);
- Permit for the transport of human remains across borders;
- Deceased's passport and accompanying persons' documents;
- Documents proving the relatives' consent to the deceased's repatriation (authorization issued by relatives).
Obtaining all the necessary documents for repatriation can be very time-consuming and draining, so our funeral home Angel takes care of all document preparation.
Once all the necessary and important documents for repatriation have been prepared and collected, the funeral home Angel arranges for the deceased to be transported back to their homeland using special transportation.
After the deceased has been transported back home, the funeral home Angel will help organize the farewell ceremony and the final farewell to the departed. This includes discussing every detail, from choosing the type of ceremony: cremation or traditional burial, to funeral accessories, accessories, and flower selection for the farewell ceremony.
Funeral Home Angel specializes in repatriating the deceased from abroad.
We offer a wide range of services, such as:
- Transporting the deceased back home from anywhere in the world;
- Handling all necessary document processing;
- Assistance in choosing the type of funeral and organizing the farewell ceremony;
- 24/7 support hotline, consultations;
- 24/7 emergency contact phone numbers:
Funeral home Angel guarantees careful and attentive handling of every detail to facilitate the repatriation process and bring the loved one back home, as well as assisting in organizing the farewell ceremony and burial.
It is important to remember that if a loved one has passed away abroad, it is crucial to act promptly, observe formalities, and seek professional assistance to consider all nuances and ensure a dignified farewell to the departed.
Funeral home Angel will be with you at every step of the process during this painful time, providing support and assistance in organizing the dignified final farewell to your loved one.
Data edited on: 26. September 2023.
