Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At Arthur Gresty Funeral Homes 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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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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Need advice?

Arthur Gresty Funeral Homes 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.

Paul and the team at Arthur Gresty were outstanding. Our Mum died back in November and with no plans for her funeral, the task ahead was intimidating. The pressure you feel to organise the perfect funeral is frightening, and for us, it was our Mum’s…

Felix Tighe

The whole team were amazing, friendly, compassionate and helpful. Anthony in particular was outstanding and made the whole process much easier with his care, empathy and attention to detail.…

Ria Boland

Absolutely superb support and service, particularly from Anthony who was outstanding

Andrew Western

An excellent service provided by all of the staff.

Lee Walker

Recently used Arthur gresty in northenden. I couldn’t recommend them enough to anyone. Dan was amazing! It was breath of fresh air to have a young director especially being young myself. He was down to earth and so easy to get along with. He went…

Katie Taylor

I came to Arthur Gresty to entrust them with my dads funeral who passed away unexpectedly. Paul Birkett, our funeral director, was excellent from the initial phone call till the end of the funeral. He was professional, informative and completely transparent. We were never pushed…

Jeffy Paul

We’ve used Gresty’s 3 times now. Great service, attentive and accommodating for assistance when asked.…

Lynn

Thankyou so much for the help and service you provided me and my partner in two of the most important events to happen in our lives the service we received was exceptional Katy made sure everything went as planned I would highly recommend using your…

Claire kant

Our family received an excellent standard of professional and empathetic care when Arthur Gresty's Sale branch handled my father's funeral arrangements. This applied to every aspect of their service from the initial discussion of costs and arrangements to the creation of the Order of Service.…

Sally Smitherman

Fabulous Funeral arranged by Paul, who totally understood our needs and helped make the whole experience as beautiful as possible. Arthur Gresty looked after our Dad, and Mum 2 years previous, with such professionalism care and attention. Paul also ensured our parents were together again…

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