Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At Gillman 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?

Gillman 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.

Steph, we cannot thank you enough for all your care and attention with dad. Nothing was too much trouble, your guidance throughout was amazing and reassuring. Friday was perfect, dad would have bloody loved it! Youve been so good with mum, as shes found this…

Tina Wenham

I was particularly impressed with Steph, who dealt with us throughout the arrangements. She was kind, professional, and supportive, making a very difficult time much easier to manage. The entire team at Gillman Funeral Service provided compassionate, thoughtful, and thorough care, and I truly appreciated…

TrayBae

From start to finish very good communicated service every little details before during and after and a sense of humour which helped ease the pain and stress x theresa and Derek I will always be thankful for

Rebecca Eastgate

I would like to thank Gillman Funeral Service Carshalton for their amazing support organising my father's funeral. Theresa McCourt was our funeral arranger and was outstanding from the start. She really took her time with us, explained everything we needed to know, and considered our…

princess biney

Excellent service

Sara Rackow

Brendan and his team at Gillmans Funeral Services were truly exceptional. From the very first moment we began planning my friend’s baby’s funeral, they showed the utmost professionalism, kindness, and compassion. Every step of the way, they treated the family & myself with deep dignity…

Charley D

Brendan was so thoughtful and helpful during the time of the loss of my aunt. We were recommended to Gillman’s by her care home and it was a good recommendation. Brendan handled all the many things on which decisions need to be made with great…

Peter Samwell

Gillman Funeral Service Carshalton. Theresa the Funeral Arranger, Anita the Celebrant, Darren the Funeral Director, the drivers and coffin bearers were all absolutely fantastic. The whole day went smoothly, every one of them was genuinly sincere, thoughtful, respectful and professional. They created the perfect farewell…

James Basford

Ellen looked after me and my family. She is a credit to your team, really thoughtful. I was very comfortable talking to her. She kept me fully informed and took extra steps to add personal touches when she knew lilac was my mums favourite colour.

Julie Pearce

JAP

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