Body & Ashes Repatriation Benin

Benin is a country located in West Africa, with a population estimated to be around 12 million people. It is known for its rich history, vibrant markets, and the birthplace of voodoo religion. The official language spoken in Benin is French.

The presence of British or Irish people in Benin is relatively limited. However, there may be British or Irish expatriates residing in Benin for various reasons, such as work, education, or personal connections. They contribute to the local economy, engage in cultural exchange, and appreciate the cultural heritage and traditional practices of Benin.

In the event of the most unfortunate circumstances, should an individual from England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Ireland, or any non-native origin pass away in Benin, Rosy International's Benin team is ready to assist in repatriating their remains (including ashes) back to the UK or Ireland. We can arrange collection from Cotonou, Abomey-Calavi, Djougou, Porto-Novo, Parakou or any other specified location in Benin.

Is the body or ashes currently in Benin? If so, please click the relevant link below:

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Conversely, the Beninese community in the UK is relatively small. They may be dispersed across different regions, but London is likely to have a small Beninese community.

In the event of the passing of your beloved in any of the mentioned cities above or elsewhere, we stand ready to assist you in repatriating your loved ones remains to Benin, if needed. In the subsequent sections, we will delve into the process of bringing your loved one back to Benin from the UK or Ireland.

If your loved one is an Beninese national and died in the UK or Ireland, it is essential to register the death with the local council to obtain the official death certificate. Should you desire to lay your loved one to rest in Benin, you would need to contact an International Funeral Director, such as ourselves, to initiate the repatriation process back to Afghanistan.

There are several reasons why you might wish to repatriate your loved one back to Benin, especially if they were just visiting the UK or Ireland. In such cases, we strongly advise reaching out to the travel insurance company as they typically provide financial assistance. Other reasons why you may prefer repatriating your loved one back to Afghanistan include, Beninese culture places importance on ancestral ties and the continuity of family heritage. Many individuals choose to be buried in Benin to honor their roots, maintain connections with their ancestors, and participate in traditional burial practices. Regardless of the reason we are here to help.

Please be aware that repatriating a body to Benin, usually requires the deceased to be an citizen or originate from Benin.

Here at Rosy International we can help bring your loved ones back to Cotonou, Abomey-Calavi, Djougou, Porto-Novo, Parakou or any other location in Benin. Our dedicated Rosy International Benin team will obtain all the required certificates and permits on your behalf. Additionally, we efficiently manage transportation to any airport in Benin e.g. Cadjehoun Airport or any other designated airport. Rest assured, our team will seamlessly coordinate with the Benin authorities and the Embassy of the Republic of Benin to facilitate smooth passage.

We offer compassionate assistance in repatriating ashes back to Benin with our personal door-to-door service where one of the Rosy international agents will travel to Afghanistan and personally deliver the ashes. Our dedicated team will handle all necessary procedures, including obtaining the required documents such as the cremation certificate from you and a letter from local authorities to allow us to fly to Benin.

Each airline enforces its own specific rules and regulations regarding the transportation of ashes. Hence why we stay up-to-date with these airline policies to ensure compliance and smooth handling of the repatriation process between the UK/Ireland and Benin.

In addition to our services, our Benin repatriation specialists can offer valuable recommendations for the best places to scatter ashes: Ganvié, also known as the "Venice of Africa," is a village built on stilts in the middle of Lake Nokoué. It can be a culturally significant and tranquil location to scatter ashes.

To guarantee a seamless passage and avoid any potential complications during the repatriation of ashes to Benin, contact us today.

We cater for all religious beliefs including Bahai, Christian, Ethnoreligionist, Muslim, Agnostic, Non-Religious & more. Please note that transporting a body/ashes to Benin will involve certain rules and restrictions which may go against certain beliefs. Find out more by contacting Rosy International today.

Body Repatriation: Typically takes 7 to 14 days. However, each situation is unique and may differ from one case to another.
Ashes Repatriation: Can take only days to arrange, plus the flight time between UK/Ireland and Benin which is approximately 9 - 11 hours.
Delays can occur for both ashes and body repatriation to Benin due to the flight delays, family disputes, non-natural causes of death and more. Although not common, delays can occur due to limited staff, governing authorities and embassies on 1 August as this Benin National Day.

From the UK/Ireland this typically will cost for our personal door to door service (not cargo) is between £1015 - £1615. However, please note prices could be more or less.

From the UK/Ireland this costs between £2445 - £3045. However, please note prices could be more or less.

For any reason you wish to contact Embassy of the Republic of Benin, please see their details below:

87 Avenue Victor Hugo 75116 Paris
0033145009882
beninconsulate@hotmail.co.uk