Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At John Clark 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?

John Clark 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.

Brian Kennedy is an amazing asset to your team , I cant thank him enough from the start he was very professional kind caring and followed our wishes we would also like to thank you all at John clarks aswell .…

Nicole McClure

Brian and the team with John Clark were a fantastic support to our family whilst arranging Mum’s final farewell. They seamlessly coordinated all elements of Mum’s funeral from church with cantor, organist and order of service, to cemetery to meal. Everything was arranged in one…

Scott and Eileen Craig

We felt from the first point of contact, not only did Brian & his team look after my dad but he looked after us too. He supported us through all the planning of the funeral and help the day be exactly what we wanted. On…

Lynn Smith

Brian was very helpful throughout and lovely service from Alma Rae also Steven with the order of service.

jean millar

We can’t thank the John Clark team enough for the kindness and care they showed during our mum’s funeral. They went above and beyond to make everything perfect, treating us with such compassion and respect. Every detail was handled beautifully, and it truly felt like…

Angela Baker

After losing my mum , john clarke was recommended through family , so glad we did , brian was amazing from the moment we walked in , right up to the service , professional , caring , and took care of everything , I can…

Kirsty McLean

Thank you to Philip and all the team. A fantastic respectful, efficient and professional service was provided to myself and family on the passing of my dad recently. Every aspect of the funeral was expertly taken care of by Philip. The attention to detail was…

George

I cannot thank Phillip and The entire team at John Clark’s Funeral service enough for the care, compassion, and professionalism they showed during such a difficult time for our family. They handled my Grampa’s funeral with dignity and sensitivity, guiding us through every step with…

laura Welsh

Our family was beyond impressed by the fantastic service we received. Philip was the epitome of professionalism. He had thought of everything in advance and was extremely polite, empathetic, caring and reassuring in his dealings with us. We followed his recommendations and the funeral itself…

Anne Brown

We were well looked after and guided through the process professionally. At a difficult time John Clark were reassuring and what they said they would do, they did without any prompting on our part. Excellent service.

Alexander Gunn

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