Body & Ashes Repatriation Northern Ireland
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Body Repatriation
Funeral Directors Declaration to validate the contents of the Coffin during the transportation across borders.
The Funeral Directors Declaration confirms that the preparation and reparations process has been carried out in accordance with the required standards
Out of country certificate which is a government official document allowing the body to leave the country.
The Death Certificate & Cause of Death is required.
The deceased passport would be required.
Free From Infection (FFI) certificate confirms that there was no epidemic of infectious disease for three months preceding the death.
A repatriation coffin is required.
It is essential that the consignee is a funeral director who possesses an appropriate funeral vehicle for transportation.
The Funeral Directors Declaration confirms that the preparation and reparations process has been carried out in accordance with the required standards
Out of country certificate which is a government official document allowing the body to leave the country.
The Death Certificate & Cause of Death is required.
The deceased passport would be required.
Free From Infection (FFI) certificate confirms that there was no epidemic of infectious disease for three months preceding the death.
A repatriation coffin is required.
It is essential that the consignee is a funeral director who possesses an appropriate funeral vehicle for transportation.
Ashes Repatriation
The particulars of the deceased.
Funeral Directors Declaration to validate the contents of the URN during the transportation across borders.
We will need to obtain the cremation certificate from you (this is provided by the crematorium).
The death certificate will be required.
A sealed URN would be require for transportation.
Funeral Directors Declaration to validate the contents of the URN during the transportation across borders.
We will need to obtain the cremation certificate from you (this is provided by the crematorium).
The death certificate will be required.
A sealed URN would be require for transportation.
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to Northern Ireland, a constituent part of the United Kingdom, held a population of approximately 1.9 million in 2023, with its vibrant capital being Belfast. While home to many, a considerable number of Northern Irish - estimated around 190,000 according to The Office for National Statistics (ONS) in the UK - live as expatriates, mainly in England, Scotland, the Republic of Ireland, and the United States. However, despite their geographic dispersion, these expats retain their ties to Northern Ireland.
Unavoidable circumstances such as disease or cancer may lead to unfortunate fatalities among these expatriates, necessitating the sensitive process of body repatriation back to their homeland. Moreover, visits to prominent international locations, such as the renowned Louvre Museum in Paris, France, might also contribute to instances requiring repatriation, due to accidental or unexpected incidents.
Unavoidable circumstances such as disease or cancer may lead to unfortunate fatalities among these expatriates, necessitating the sensitive process of body repatriation back to their homeland. Moreover, visits to prominent international locations, such as the renowned Louvre Museum in Paris, France, might also contribute to instances requiring repatriation, due to accidental or unexpected incidents.
How can we help repatriate a body to Northern Ireland?
Here at Rosy International, we are committed to helping you bring your loved ones back to Northern Ireland including Belfast, Derry (Londonderry), Lisburn, Newry, Armagh or any other location. Our dedicated Northern Irish-based team at Rosy International will handle all the necessary paperwork, including certificates and permits, on your behalf. We also take care of all transportation logistics including airport transfers from Belfast International Airport. You can count on our team to liaise effectively with the Northern Irish authorities and the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office ensuring a smooth and hassle-free repatriation process.
How can we help repatriate Ashes to Northern Ireland?
We at Rosy International offer understanding and compassionate assistance when it comes to repatriating ashes to Northern Ireland. Our unique door-to-door service involves a dedicated agent who will personally travel abroad to collect the ashes and safely deliver them back to Northern Ireland. The process is handled by our devoted team who will manage all required procedures.
This includes obtaining necessary documents such as the cremation certificate and acquiring a letter from local authorities allowing us to fly/transport to Northern Ireland. Different airlines have specific rules and regulations about transporting ashes.
We make it our duty at Rosy International to keep abreast of these varying policies to ensure complete compliance and smooth coordination throughout the repatriation process. While we specialise in transporting ashes to Northern Ireland, those wishing to scatter the ashes should consult local authorities for the appropriate permissions.
To guarantee a trouble-free journey without any unexpected complications during the repatriation of ashes to Northern Ireland, please contact us today.
This includes obtaining necessary documents such as the cremation certificate and acquiring a letter from local authorities allowing us to fly/transport to Northern Ireland. Different airlines have specific rules and regulations about transporting ashes.
We make it our duty at Rosy International to keep abreast of these varying policies to ensure complete compliance and smooth coordination throughout the repatriation process. While we specialise in transporting ashes to Northern Ireland, those wishing to scatter the ashes should consult local authorities for the appropriate permissions.
To guarantee a trouble-free journey without any unexpected complications during the repatriation of ashes to Northern Ireland, please contact us today.
How long does it take to repatriate a body/ashes to Northern Ireland from abroad?
Body Repatriation: The process usually spans 7 to 14 days. However, timelines can vary based on the unique circumstances of each situation and the differences in requirements between countries.
Ashes Repatriation: Transport ashes to any country typically takes under a week in addition to flight time. However, if transporting to the Oceania region (including Australia and New Zealand), an additional day is required for flying.
Both body and ashes repatriation to Northern Ireland may experience delays. Factors such as flight delays, family disagreements, non-natural death causes and others can contribute to these delays. Though uncommon, additional delays may occur on Northern Ireland National Day, 17 March, due to constraints such as limited staffing, governing authorities and Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office operations.
Ashes Repatriation: Transport ashes to any country typically takes under a week in addition to flight time. However, if transporting to the Oceania region (including Australia and New Zealand), an additional day is required for flying.
Both body and ashes repatriation to Northern Ireland may experience delays. Factors such as flight delays, family disagreements, non-natural death causes and others can contribute to these delays. Though uncommon, additional delays may occur on Northern Ireland National Day, 17 March, due to constraints such as limited staffing, governing authorities and Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office operations.
How much does it cost to repatriate a body to Northern Ireland?
The expense of bringing a body back to Northern Ireland fluctuates widely, primarily determined by the originating country, as the cost of flights often accounts for the bulk of the expense.
Furthermore, costs can differ from country to country, with factors like the need for embalming and the wide range of options for coffins or caskets potentially affecting the final price.
Furthermore, costs can differ from country to country, with factors like the need for embalming and the wide range of options for coffins or caskets potentially affecting the final price.
How much does it cost to repatriate ashes to Northern Ireland?
The expense of repatriating ashes to Northern Ireland can differ widely, with the cost largely dependent on the country of origin, as flight charges often make up the most significant portion of the fee.
The costs can vary considerably for two main reasons: the location of the ashes and the chosen delivery method. Opting for cargo shipment is typically the more economical option, while hand delivery ensures that a physical person will transport the ashes from door to door. We can coordinate personal collection of the ashes by an agent in the country you specify or arrange for cargo transportation.
The costs can vary considerably for two main reasons: the location of the ashes and the chosen delivery method. Opting for cargo shipment is typically the more economical option, while hand delivery ensures that a physical person will transport the ashes from door to door. We can coordinate personal collection of the ashes by an agent in the country you specify or arrange for cargo transportation.
Example of prices below:
Newry to Coleraine
Please see below an example of the costs between Newry to Coleraine
Documents: Minimal paperwork is required as there is know Out of Country forms required.
Travel: Approximately 2 hours (via land).
Costs: The costs of repatriation between Newry to Coleraine would be around £386.
Documents: Minimal paperwork is required as there is know Out of Country forms required.
Travel: Approximately 2 hours (via land).
Costs: The costs of repatriation between Newry to Coleraine would be around £386.
Dublin to Belfast
Please see below an example of the costs between Dublin to Belfast
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Dublin to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between, Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country Certificate.
Travel: Approximately 2 hours (via land)
Costs: The costs of repatriation between Dublin to Belfast would be around £425.
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Dublin to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between, Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country Certificate.
Travel: Approximately 2 hours (via land)
Costs: The costs of repatriation between Dublin to Belfast would be around £425.
Cardiff to Belfast
Please see below an example of the costs between Cardiff to Belfast
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Cardiff to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between, Wales and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country Certificate.
Travel: Around 6-7 hours, including a ferry crossing (via land). Approximately 1 hour (via air)
Costs: The costs of repatriation between Cardiff to Belfast would be around £949.
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Cardiff to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between, Wales and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country Certificate.
Travel: Around 6-7 hours, including a ferry crossing (via land). Approximately 1 hour (via air)
Costs: The costs of repatriation between Cardiff to Belfast would be around £949.
Edinburgh to Belfast
Please see below an example of the costs between Edinburgh to Belfast
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Edinburgh to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between, Scotland and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country Certificate.
Travel: Around 6-7 hours, including a ferry crossing (via land). Approximately 1 hour (via air)
Costs: The costs of repatriation between Edinburgh to Belfast would be around £819.
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Edinburgh to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between, Scotland and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country Certificate.
Travel: Around 6-7 hours, including a ferry crossing (via land). Approximately 1 hour (via air)
Costs: The costs of repatriation between Edinburgh to Belfast would be around £819.
London to Belfast
Please see below an example of the costs between London to Belfast
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between London to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between, England and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country Certificate.
Travel: Around 8-9 hours, including a ferry crossing (via land). Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes (via air)
Costs: The costs of repatriation between London to Belfast would be around £1130.
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between London to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between, England and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country Certificate.
Travel: Around 8-9 hours, including a ferry crossing (via land). Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes (via air)
Costs: The costs of repatriation between London to Belfast would be around £1130.
Example of prices below:
New York City to Belfast
Please see below an example of the costs between New York City to Belfast
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between New York City to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between New York City and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country certificate.
Travel: It takes approximately 7 hours to fly between John F. Kennedy International Airport and Belfast International Airport.
Costs: The Costs for Body Repatriation would be around £3045 (plus flight costs). The Costs for Ashes Repatriation would be for Cargo-Ashes: £1200 (plus flight costs) and for Human-Ashes: £1415 (plus flight costs).
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between New York City to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between New York City and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country certificate.
Travel: It takes approximately 7 hours to fly between John F. Kennedy International Airport and Belfast International Airport.
Costs: The Costs for Body Repatriation would be around £3045 (plus flight costs). The Costs for Ashes Repatriation would be for Cargo-Ashes: £1200 (plus flight costs) and for Human-Ashes: £1415 (plus flight costs).
Tokyo to Belfast
Please see below an example of the costs between Tokyo to Belfast
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Tokyo to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between Tokyo and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country certificate.
Travel: It takes approximately 14 hours to fly between Narita International Airport and Belfast International Airport.
Costs: The Costs for Body Repatriation would be around £2845 (plus flight costs). The Costs for Ashes Repatriation would be for Cargo-Ashes: £1200 (plus flight costs) and for Human-Ashes: £1415 (plus flight costs).
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Tokyo to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between Tokyo and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country certificate.
Travel: It takes approximately 14 hours to fly between Narita International Airport and Belfast International Airport.
Costs: The Costs for Body Repatriation would be around £2845 (plus flight costs). The Costs for Ashes Repatriation would be for Cargo-Ashes: £1200 (plus flight costs) and for Human-Ashes: £1415 (plus flight costs).
Paris to Belfast
Please see below an example of the costs between Paris to Belfast
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Paris to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between Paris and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country certificate.
Travel: It takes approximately 2 hours to fly between Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and Belfast International Airport.
Costs: The Costs for Body Repatriation would be around £3045 (plus flight costs). The Costs for Ashes Repatriation would be for Cargo-Ashes: £1200 (plus flight costs) and for Human-Ashes: £1245 (plus flight costs).
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Paris to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between Paris and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country certificate.
Travel: It takes approximately 2 hours to fly between Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and Belfast International Airport.
Costs: The Costs for Body Repatriation would be around £3045 (plus flight costs). The Costs for Ashes Repatriation would be for Cargo-Ashes: £1200 (plus flight costs) and for Human-Ashes: £1245 (plus flight costs).
Warsaw to Belfast
Please see below an example of the costs between Warsaw to Belfast
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Warsaw to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between Warsaw and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country certificate.
Travel: It takes approximately 3 hours to fly between Warsaw Chopin Airport and Belfast International Airport.
Costs: The Costs for Body Repatriation would be around £3045 (plus flight costs). The Costs for Ashes Repatriation would be for Cargo-Ashes: £1200 (plus flight costs) and for Human-Ashes: £1245 (plus flight costs).
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Warsaw to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between Warsaw and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country certificate.
Travel: It takes approximately 3 hours to fly between Warsaw Chopin Airport and Belfast International Airport.
Costs: The Costs for Body Repatriation would be around £3045 (plus flight costs). The Costs for Ashes Repatriation would be for Cargo-Ashes: £1200 (plus flight costs) and for Human-Ashes: £1245 (plus flight costs).
Mumbai to Belfast
Please see below an example of the costs between Mumbai to Belfast
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Mumbai to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between Mumbai and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country certificate.
Travel: It takes approximately 9 hours to fly between Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport and Belfast International Airport.
Costs: The Costs for Body Repatriation would be around £3055 (plus flight costs). The Costs for Ashes Repatriation would be for Cargo-Ashes: £1200 (plus flight costs) and for Human-Ashes: £1415 (plus flight costs).
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Mumbai to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between Mumbai and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country certificate.
Travel: It takes approximately 9 hours to fly between Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport and Belfast International Airport.
Costs: The Costs for Body Repatriation would be around £3055 (plus flight costs). The Costs for Ashes Repatriation would be for Cargo-Ashes: £1200 (plus flight costs) and for Human-Ashes: £1415 (plus flight costs).
Lagos to Belfast
Please see below an example of the costs between Lagos to Belfast
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Lagos to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between Lagos and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country certificate.
Travel: It takes approximately 7 hours to fly between Murtala Muhammed International Airport and Belfast International Airport.
Costs: The Costs for Body Repatriation would be around £2845 (plus flight costs). The Costs for Ashes Repatriation would be for Cargo-Ashes: £1200 (plus flight costs) and for Human-Ashes: £1415 (plus flight costs).
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Lagos to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between Lagos and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country certificate.
Travel: It takes approximately 7 hours to fly between Murtala Muhammed International Airport and Belfast International Airport.
Costs: The Costs for Body Repatriation would be around £2845 (plus flight costs). The Costs for Ashes Repatriation would be for Cargo-Ashes: £1200 (plus flight costs) and for Human-Ashes: £1415 (plus flight costs).
Beijing to Belfast
Please see below an example of the costs between Beijing to Belfast
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Beijing to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between Beijing and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country certificate.
Travel: It takes approximately 11 hours to fly between Beijing Capital International Airport and Belfast International Airport.
Costs: The Costs for Body Repatriation would be around £3255 (plus flight costs). The Costs for Ashes Repatriation would be for Cargo-Ashes: £1200 (plus flight costs) and for Human-Ashes: £1415 (plus flight costs).
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Beijing to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between Beijing and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country certificate.
Travel: It takes approximately 11 hours to fly between Beijing Capital International Airport and Belfast International Airport.
Costs: The Costs for Body Repatriation would be around £3255 (plus flight costs). The Costs for Ashes Repatriation would be for Cargo-Ashes: £1200 (plus flight costs) and for Human-Ashes: £1415 (plus flight costs).
Cape Town to Belfast
Please see below an example of the costs between Cape Town to Belfast
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Cape Town to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between Cape Town and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country certificate.
Travel: It takes approximately 14 hours to fly between Cape Town International Airport and Belfast International Airport.
Costs: The Costs for Body Repatriation would be around £2920 (plus flight costs). The Costs for Ashes Repatriation would be for Cargo-Ashes: £1200 (plus flight costs) and for Human-Ashes: £1415 (plus flight costs).
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Cape Town to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between Cape Town and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country certificate.
Travel: It takes approximately 14 hours to fly between Cape Town International Airport and Belfast International Airport.
Costs: The Costs for Body Repatriation would be around £2920 (plus flight costs). The Costs for Ashes Repatriation would be for Cargo-Ashes: £1200 (plus flight costs) and for Human-Ashes: £1415 (plus flight costs).
Dubai to Belfast
Please see below an example of the costs between Dubai to Belfast
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Dubai to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between Dubai and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country certificate.
Travel: It takes approximately 8 hours to fly between Dubai International Airport and Belfast International Airport.
Costs: The Costs for Body Repatriation would be around £2845 (plus flight costs). The Costs for Ashes Repatriation would be for Cargo-Ashes: £1200 (plus flight costs) and for Human-Ashes: £1245 (plus flight costs).
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Dubai to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between Dubai and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country certificate.
Travel: It takes approximately 8 hours to fly between Dubai International Airport and Belfast International Airport.
Costs: The Costs for Body Repatriation would be around £2845 (plus flight costs). The Costs for Ashes Repatriation would be for Cargo-Ashes: £1200 (plus flight costs) and for Human-Ashes: £1245 (plus flight costs).
Kingston to Belfast
Please see below an example of the costs between Kingston to Belfast
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Kingston to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between Kingston and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country certificate.
Travel: It takes approximately 12 hours to fly between Norman Manley International Airport and Belfast International Airport.
Costs: The Costs for Body Repatriation would be around £3045 (plus flight costs). The Costs for Ashes Repatriation would be for Cargo-Ashes: £1200 (plus flight costs) and for Human-Ashes: £1415 (plus flight costs).
Documents: Once the request has been submitted, obtaining the signed authority from the local coroner to permit transportation of the body between Kingston to Belfast can take up to 1-2 working days. Since any transportation between Kingston and Northern Ireland necessitates an Out of Country certificate.
Travel: It takes approximately 12 hours to fly between Norman Manley International Airport and Belfast International Airport.
Costs: The Costs for Body Repatriation would be around £3045 (plus flight costs). The Costs for Ashes Repatriation would be for Cargo-Ashes: £1200 (plus flight costs) and for Human-Ashes: £1415 (plus flight costs).
The contact details for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
For any reason you wish to contact Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, please see their details below:
King Charles St, London SW1A 2AH
020 7008 1500
https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-development-office
King Charles St, London SW1A 2AH
020 7008 1500
https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/foreign-commonwealth-development-office
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