At Last Journey Funeral Services by FNP, we provide the best repatriation services in India, ensuring that your loved ones are transported with care and respect, which one deserves after death. We follow the cultural traditions if you have any other requirements while transporting the deceased from India to other countries or from different countries to India. We understand the pain of losing loved ones abroad. In this challenging time, it feels impossible to manage everything to bring the loved ones back home for the final ritual.

Our Repatriation services from India to other countries or from different countries to India cover everything from arranging legal documents and booking flight cargo to arranging a suitable coffin and performing embalming services. We work closely with embassies, airlines, and funeral homes to handle every step professionally.

Our team is available 24/7 to assist you with any questions and provide guidance throughout the process. Let us take the stress off your shoulder during this difficult time. Read below to learn about every step involved in repatriation, including the documents and cost.

What is Repatriation?

Repatriation refers to bringing a deceased person's body to the country of origin. However, repatriation service includes several logistical and legal challenges, which must be mended thoroughly, especially when exploring distinctive methods for dead body transportation from different countries. One should have a thorough knowledge of repatriation service to restrain from any challenges, as we also carry the emotional weight of the situation during the repatriation process. In case of doubt, a dead body transport service provider is experienced and well-versed in legalities and other methods.

Documents Required for Repatriation Services to India?

When it comes to Repatriation to India, certain documents are required to transport a deceased person's remains from abroad to India and involves several critical steps:

1. The first significant document required is a legal death certificate from the country's local authorities and a medical certificate confirming the reason for death. 

2. Dead body transportation to India could be a time-consuming process. Hence, most countries ensure that the dead body undergoes embalming before being transported to the international airport. This process helps in procuring the dead body's remains thoroughly.

3. The deceased person's dead body needs to be placed in a proper coffin, which is metal on the inside and wooden on the outside so that it can be transported in an airplane.  It is such because airlines have specific requirements. Otherwise, international transportation could be halted.

4. As soon as you make the requested preparations, you can book a flight and ensure you get thorough documentation to make the repatriation process to India easy.

5. The repatriation service from Last Journey will also assist in obtaining clearance from the customs department at the entry and exit points. This step is the most crucial as if even a document is left, and several challenges can arise in Repatriation to India.

6. The last step in Repatriation to India is once the dead body is received in India, it is taken to a pre-decided venue, whether it be a home or funeral home, as they have chosen to conclude the final rites.

7. ID proof of the deceased is another document requirement for global Repatriation. This document makes obtaining visas for legal clearance easy.

8. In some cases, you may need a No Objection Certificate from the local authorities, especially if the death was due to unnatural causes.

9. An import permit issued by the Indian government, allowing the remains to enter the country, is also amongst the list of documents which is significant for dead body transportation to India.

10. Airway and other transport-related bills are also required to facilitate the repatriation journey.

Repatriation Cost in India

Though many factors decide upon the cost of Repatriation can vary upon distinctive factors which include: -

• The distance between the country of death and India can impact the overall cost.
• Other costs involved in Repatriation include fees to obtain the necessary documents and processing fees, depending on where the death occurred. 
• The cost of embalming also depends on the type of coffin utilized and can vary depending on your overall expense.

The average cost of repatriation services from India to any country is between 5,00,00 to 25,00,000. The cost completely depends on the country you want to report the body to or the country from where you want to bring the deceased body to India. Visit our domestic transport page to learn the cost of domestic dead body transportation.

Why Choose Last Journey for Repatriation Services?

Last Journey, under the FnP brand, has established itself as a trusted name amongst the leading repatriation service providers as a trusted name in the realm of repatriation services in India. Here are several reasons to consider their services:

1. Expertise and Experience: With years of experience handling repatriation cases, Last Journey understands and can effectively navigate the complexities.

2. Comprehensive Services: They offer end-to-end services, covering all aspects, from obtaining necessary documentation to arranging transportation, thus alleviating the burden on grieving families.

3. Compassionate Support: Last Journey provides empathetic and understanding support during this difficult time, ensuring that families receive the care and attention they need.

4. Global Network: Their international partnerships and network enable them to handle repatriations from virtually any location worldwide efficiently.

5. Transparent Pricing: Last Journey is committed to transparency, providing detailed quotes without hidden fees and allowing families to plan accordingly.

6. Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding the significance of cultural and religious customs, Last Journey ensures that all arrangements respect the family's wishes, enabling a dignified farewell

International Human Remains Transportation 

Last Journey takes pleasure in our patient care, professionally, which is our first focus, and our compassionate approach. Cross-border transfers necessitate even more careful preparation and diligent attention.

This includes repatriation from the UK to India, the USA to India, Singapore to India, Canada to India, Africa, Italy to India, and vice-versa. Both the family and the insurance companies regard us as cost-effective and certified professionals. Being one of the top dead body transportation companies, we communicate with the family as well as the appropriate government departments or embassy to meet the demands and ensure that the funeral repatriation service is completed on time.

Conclusion

It would be best if you understood the steps involved, associated costs, and required documentation so families can better prepare for this challenging journey of Repatriation to India. Services such as dead body transportation to India, like those offered by Last Journey, can turn out to be exceptionally beneficial and can assist you with getting a respectable goodbye to your loved one. At Last Journey, we ensure that we stand by you as a friend who can help you with even basic things that seem difficult for the immediate family to collaborate with because of the grieving time they are experiencing.