Body & Ashes Repatriation Gibraltar

Gibraltar is a British Overseas Territory located at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula, with a population estimated to be around 34,000 people. It is known for its iconic rock formation, strategic location, and blend of British and Mediterranean influences. The official language spoken in Gibraltar is English.

The presence of British or Irish people in Gibraltar is significant due to its status as a British Overseas Territory. Many British or Irish expatriates choose to live in Gibraltar for work opportunities, financial services, or retirement. They contribute to the local economy, engage in various industries, and enjoy the unique lifestyle offered by Gibraltar.

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 Gibraltar, Rosy International's Gibraltar team is ready to assist in repatriating their remains (including ashes) back to the UK or Ireland. We can arrange collection from Gibraltar (city) or any other specified location in Gibraltar.

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

For repatriation from England to Gibraltar >

For repatriation from Scotland to Gibraltar >

For repatriation from Wales to Gibraltar >

For repatriation from R.Ireland to Gibraltar >

For repatriation from N.Ireland to Gibraltar >

Conversely, gibraltarians can be found in Gibraltar, which is a British Overseas Territory.

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 Gibraltar, if needed. In the subsequent sections, we will delve into the process of bringing your loved one back to Gibraltar from the UK or Ireland.

If your loved one is an Gibraltarians 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 Gibraltar, 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 Gibraltar, 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, Gibraltarian culture often reflects a close-knit community and a sense of identity tied to the region. Being buried in Gibraltar allows individuals to maintain connections with their local community, honor their Gibraltarian identity, and be laid to rest in familiar surroundings. Regardless of the reason we are here to help.

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

Here at Rosy International we can help bring your loved ones back to Gibraltar (city) or any other location in Gibraltar. Our dedicated Rosy International Gibraltar team will obtain all the required certificates and permits on your behalf. Additionally, we efficiently manage transportation to any airport in Gibraltar e.g. Gibraltar International Airport or any other designated airport. Rest assured, our team will seamlessly coordinate with the Gibraltar authorities and the Gibraltar Government Office to facilitate smooth passage.

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

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 Gibraltar.

Although we are able to transport ashes to Gibraltar, 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 Gibraltar, contact us today.

We cater for all religious beliefs including Christian, Non-Religious & more. Please note that transporting a body/ashes to Gibraltar 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 Gibraltar which is approximately 3 - 5 hours.
Delays can occur for both ashes and body repatriation to Gibraltar 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 10 September as this Gibraltar Independence Day.

From the UK/Ireland this typically will cost for our personal door to door service (not cargo) is between £845 - £1445. 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 Gibraltar Government Office, please see their details below:

150 Strand, London WC2R 1JA
020 7836 0777
info.london@gibraltar.gov.gi
https://www.gibraltar.gov.gi/