Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At Walker & Morrell Funeral Directors 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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We offer a wide range of coffins, from picture coffins, wooden, wicker, wool and cardboard coffins to caskets.

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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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Walker & Morrell Funeral Directors 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.

The Gateshead branch recently looked after our grandma, the service from start to finish was amazing especially from Nicola who kept in contact with the family the full time and took us through the full process. For such a sad and difficult time Nicola made…

Georgia Waddle

Thank you to Walker & Morrell in supporting myself and my family through the loss of my mother. Natalie was professional throughout, communication was great- just the right amount. I felt my mother was at the heart of everything they did, from collecting her from…

Alison McKenry

Can't fault the team they are brilliant. The staff are really caring and go that extra mile to make sure your loved one is cared for and provide the best service possible. After the service they contact you to see how your doing. Well done…

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Highly professional, helpful and caring. Thank you x…

Anne Cairns

Hayley and Sam were super helpful throughout, Lynn helped massively too. The service was perfect. Thank you

Gillian Gow

In the worst of times that any family has to go through I can't say enough good things about Sam and Carolyn from Walker and Morrell Washington branch for bringing comfort to the family. My partner requested a Direct Cremation and after speaking to Sam…

Lee McNally

My family and I are incredibly grateful to everyone at Walker & Morrell for the care and support they gave us following the loss of my Nanna. In particular, Sam and Carolyn were exceptional. From the very beginning, they treated us with genuine warmth, patience…

Mark Lambert

Excellent company. Didn't have to worry about anything. Connor was lovely, and the family new we were in good hands.

Pauline Zein-Elabdin

Walker & Morrells were outstanding when organising my father’s funeral. They were respectful, professional and unbelievably supportive. I would fully recommend Walker & Morrells.

Ian Carr

Nicola and the team provided exceptional support to the family throughout the funeral process and conducted a highly professional service

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