Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At Sterry 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:

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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?

Sterry 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.

Everything we asked for was no trouble for the team. Communication was very good and we were kept upto date with everything. Nicky was very kind and accommodated our wishes. The whole funeral went off without a hitch. All the plans went perfectly. I would…

Gail Keiller

I am so grateful for the help and guidance that Nicky and her team provided for us. So kind and thoughtful, we could not have asked for more. I would not hesitate to recommend this company! They made something very difficult so so much easier.…

Louisa Russell

Heidi and jennet at the Hythe branch, was amazing. They helped me and my family through this difficult time. We had some family issues and they made the process much easier. They were approachable to ask questions and was proffessional at all times. They kept…

Clare Hempston

It was a sunny afternoon in Hythe, when I stepped through the door of Sterry Funeral Services. My mood......Glum. Having been told my Dad only had about a week to live, I was in auto mode. Just trying to get things in place, as you…

Will Duke

Sterry’s of Hythe ( Jeanette, Heidi and Ashley) deserved all 5 Stars I don’t think our funeral arrangements were the easiest to deal with. But Jeanette and Heidi went above and beyond to allay all our fears and worries. Would highly recommend…

Sue Buckle

Jen and Heidi have both been amazing and so supportive from the very start when I first went there to arrange my dad’s funeral, very easy to talk to and discuss everything. I can’t thank them enough I highly suggest to come to these in…

Kimberley Hyson

During one of the most difficult times in my life - the unexpected loss of my mother, Linda El-kholy - Sterry Funeral Service provided exceptional care and support. The entire team (Jeanette, Heidi, and Ashley) guided us through the entire process with remarkable compassion and…

mastito titomasta (Hiro)

In difficult times like those when you lose loved ones it's not easy at all, Very compassionate,kind and understanding at Sterry Funeral Service. Jen and Heidi were brilliant explaining everything and very accommodating if new thoughts were to take place in the funeral, I am…

Essam Elkholy

Sterry were absolutely amazing. I cannot fault them. Nicky in particular was who helped care for my father and also me during this extremely tough and emotional time. Nicky made everything seamless. Very respectful towards us all and extremely caring even after the funeral she…

Lauren Martin

Nikki was so compassionate, caring, helpful and professional at all times and took us through the numerous services available for our daughter’s funeral arrangements and couldn’t do enough for my wife and I to make it as perfect as possible. She was also able to…

Alan Fitzgerald-Clark

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