Body & Ashes Repatriation Bhutan

Bhutan is a landlocked country located in the Eastern Himalayas, with a population estimated to be around 807,000 people. It is known for its stunning mountain landscapes, Buddhist monasteries, and its unique Gross National Happiness philosophy. The official language spoken in Bhutan is Dzongkha.

The presence of British or Irish people in Bhutan is relatively limited. However, there may be British or Irish tourists visiting Bhutan for its natural beauty, trekking opportunities, and cultural experiences. They contribute to the local tourism industry, engage in cultural exchange, and appreciate the peaceful and spiritual ambiance of Bhutan.

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 Bhutan, Rosy International's Bhutan team is ready to assist in repatriating their remains (including ashes) back to the UK or Ireland. We can arrange collection from Thimphu, Phuntsholing, Punakha, Wangdue Phodrang, Paro or any other specified location in Bhutan.

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

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Conversely, the Bhutanese community in the UK is relatively small. They may be dispersed across different regions, but London is likely to have a small Bhutanese 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 Bhutan, if needed. In the subsequent sections, we will delve into the process of bringing your loved one back to Bhutan from the UK or Ireland.

If your loved one is an Bhutanese 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 Bhutan, 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 Bhutan, 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, Bhutanese culture is deeply rooted in Buddhism, and religious beliefs influence burial practices. People may choose to be buried in Bhutan to be laid to rest in a sacred and spiritually significant land and to maintain their connection with their Buddhist heritage. Regardless of the reason we are here to help.

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

Here at Rosy International we can help bring your loved ones back to Thimphu, Phuntsholing, Punakha, Wangdue Phodrang, Paro or any other location in Bhutan. Our dedicated Rosy International Bhutan team will obtain all the required certificates and permits on your behalf. Additionally, we efficiently manage transportation to any airport in Bhutan e.g. Paro International Airport or any other designated airport. Rest assured, our team will seamlessly coordinate with the Bhutan authorities and the Honorary Consul of Bhutan to facilitate smooth passage.

We offer compassionate assistance in repatriating ashes back to Bhutan 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 Bhutan.

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 Bhutan.

Although we are able to transport ashes to Bhutan, if you wish to scatter the ashes we advise reaching out to the local authorities for permission.

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

We cater for all religious beliefs including Buddhist, Christian, Ethnoreligionist, Hindu, Muslim, Non-Religious & more. Please note that transporting a body/ashes to Bhutan 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 Bhutan which is approximately 19 - 21 hours.
Delays can occur for both ashes and body repatriation to Bhutan 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 17 December as this Bhutan National Day.

From the UK/Ireland this typically will cost for our personal door to door service (not cargo) is between £1185 - £1785. 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 Honorary Consul of Bhutan, please see their details below:

2 Windacres Warren Road , Guildford GU1 2HG, United Kingdom
01483538189