Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At E Sargeant & Son Funeral Directors we understand the difficulties families face when repatriating their loved ones back to their homeland. We are here to help and guide during the repatriation process, to care for your loved one and help manage the legal documentation and transport arrangements. We will be competitive on price and can assure you there will be no compromise on the quality of our care and service.

We have a qualified team with vast experience in international repatriation from any part of the UK to all parts of the world. They are experienced in supporting different customs and ethnic traditions. Our modern and welcoming funeral homes have the appropriate facilities to accommodate the needs and procedures that may be requested, including embalming and washing facilities which are available for all religions.

If you need to speak to a member of our team, we are contactable by the phone 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Repatriation Services FAQs

Our service includes:

Full international repatriation to and from any country in the world
Personal service from one of our experienced funeral arrangers with contact via telephone, email and video calls as required
Advice on all documentation and coffin requirements for UK authorities, all embassies and consulates and all major airlines
A documentation delivery service to embassies and consulates in the UK
Advice on the specific requirements for the required destination
Translation services for official documents and alleviation of language problems associated with probate
Freight booking services and airway bill
Repatriation conveyance throughout the UK, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
A wide range of coffins and caskets suitable for international repatriation and conforming to international shipping regulations
A range of ashes urns suitable for international transit
Embalming services and official certification appropriate for all destinations
Respectful and dignified care of your loved one at all times while within our care

For further help and advice regarding our repatriation services visit:

Repatriation from the UK or Repatriation to the UK

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Coffin Range

We offer a wide range of coffins, from picture coffins, wooden, wicker, wool and cardboard coffins to caskets.

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Our pricing

Funeral prices vary depending on the type of ceremony you would like for your loved one. There are many options to choose from to make it unique and special.

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Planning ahead?

It is now really easy to plan ahead, making a huge difference by easing the burden on your family when the time comes, so they can focus on the arrangements.

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Need advice?

E Sargeant & Son Funeral Directors can assist you in every step of the funeral so please don’t hesitate to ask us about any aspects or queries you may have.

Fantastic customer service. Funeral directors are so kind . Understanding . Funeral itself was a perfect day . No folts whot so ever . Sun was shinning as well . Thankyou yours Leon. Nigel . Kevin and amazon sister sarah that organised the whole thing…

Leon Whitfield

Lovely funeral directors . Kind caring and gave my Sister a wonderful send off. Special thanks to Miss E Dunstall and Mrs E Hunt .…

Tracey Beerling

My sister Sandra & I would highly recommend Sergeant & Son Funeral Directors. Vicki, Senior Funeral Arranger & Emma, Funeral Director, were so kind, helpful & supportive through the whole process with our mum’s funeral. We also had Emma Mansey as our celebrant and couldn’t…

Linda Waters

Very professional, great service, would highly recommend in hard times

Charandeep Benepal

Vicki was tremendously helpful throughout the whole arrangements. Our funeral director was also tremendously helpful. They both made a very hard day, extremely manageable for us.

Siobhan McLaughlin

Sargeants Windsor have just provided a wonderful service for our Mother. They were understanding and listened to our wishes to provide a tailored service. They recommend the brilliant GreenAcres Chiltern Park to hold the service and the fantastic Celebrant Catherine Beer. We couldn’t have had…

Teresa Kerrison

On behalf of my family, I’d like to commend Chris, who managed my father’s funeral arrangements. Chris gave us assistance, support, and the best possible service throughout our dealings with E Sergeant & Son. He really did make a traumatic time easier to bear, and…

Terry Doe

Peter was very helpful and quick to understand our needs. He was a very reassuring presence and both me and my Mium felt comfortable making arrangements.

Michael Wallace

Very professional and caring service.

Richard Curry

I was so grateful to both Ellie and Emma for their professionalism and compassion. Their emotional support helped me get through the procedure . In additional i would like to thank the pall bearers who were truly amazing, assisting both my daughters (who carried my…

Teresa Hulm

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