Body & Ashes Repatriation Vanuatu

Vanuatu is a South Pacific island nation, with a population estimated to be around 300,000 people. It is known for its stunning beaches, coral reefs, and rich cultural heritage. The official languages spoken in Vanuatu are Bislama, English, and French.

The presence of British or Irish people in Vanuatu is relatively limited. However, there may be British or Irish expatriates residing in Vanuatu for various reasons, such as development projects, tourism, or environmental initiatives. They contribute to the country's development efforts, engage in activities related to their respective fields, and support environmental conservation.

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 Vanuatu, Rosy International's Vanuatu team is ready to assist in repatriating their remains (including ashes) back to the UK or Ireland. We can arrange collection from Port Vila, Luganville, Norsup, Port Olry, Isangel or any other specified location in Vanuatu.

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

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

If your loved one is an Ni-Vanuatu 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 Vanuatu, 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 Vanuatu, 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, Vanuatuan culture often places importance on community and ancestral ties. Being buried in Vanuatu allows individuals to maintain connections with their homeland, honor their heritage, and participate in traditional funeral customs. Regardless of the reason we are here to help.

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

Here at Rosy International we can help bring your loved ones back to Port Vila, Luganville, Norsup, Port Olry, Isangel or any other location in Vanuatu. Our dedicated Rosy International Vanuatu team will obtain all the required certificates and permits on your behalf. Additionally, we efficiently manage transportation to any airport in Vanuatu e.g. Bauerfield International Airport or any other designated airport. Rest assured, our team will seamlessly coordinate with the Vanuatu authorities and the Vanuatu Honorary Consuls to facilitate smooth passage.

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

Each airline, including Air Vanuatu, 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 Vanuatu.

In addition to our services, our Vanuatu repatriation specialists can offer valuable recommendations for the best places to scatter ashes: The picturesque Champagne Beach on Espiritu Santo Island, with its pristine white sands and turquoise waters, provides a serene and idyllic location for scattering ashes in Vanuatu, surrounded by the natural splendor of the South Pacific.

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

We cater for all religious beliefs including Bahai, Buddhist, Christian, Ethnoreligionist, Agnostic, Non-Religious & more. Please note that transporting a body/ashes to Vanuatu 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 Vanuatu which is approximately 24 - 26 hours.
Delays can occur for both ashes and body repatriation to Vanuatu 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 30 July as this Vanuatu Independence 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 Vanuatu Honorary Consuls, please see their details below:

2/F , 25 Thurloe Street ,London SW7 2LQ
07565197840
james.eharris@vanuatuconsulate.uk