Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At Robert Nuttall Funeral Service 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:

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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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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?

Robert Nuttall Funeral Service 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.

Prior to the funeral day Zara was extremely helpful, kind and considerate. She made a sad time much easier for us. On the day Zara and the rest of the team were professional and respectful. Thank you for your excellent service.

Suzanne Nuttall

Zara has been absolutely fantastic throughout planning my nannas funeral, couldnt recommend her enough. From the moment we called she showed compassion and was quickly able to arrange an appointment. Having never had to arrange a funeral before she explained everything thoroughly, she kept us…

Becky Walsh

All the staff are so caring and lovely to deal with, Rachel looked after the family and my late father, she went above and beyond helping us every step of the way, we thank them whole heartedly for their sincere and compassionate work at such…

Daniella Marcia

I would just like to say a big thank you to Rachel and all the staff at Robert Nuttall funeral service ( Rochdale) . You have all been really amazing and caring for my brother Nicholas and everything to do with organising his funeral and…

D C

I would highly recommend Robert Nuttall Funeral Service. Zara was wonderful from the moment we called them the night my dad passed away. She showed great empathy to all my family. Highly professional on the day. Arranged a wonderful celebrant called Brian Bull. Everything was…

Tricia Mchale

Superb! It was my dad's funeral yesterday and we couldn't have asked for a better 'send off' for dad. From day one Michelle has been an absolute Superstar ⭐️. Thank you Michelle; your help, guidance and support are truly appreciated...sending you all of our love…

Helen Driver

Organising Dad’s funeral is one of the most important things we will ever do. We wanted everything to be perfect, so that we properly honoured him and brought ourselves comfort from knowing that we did right by him. Michelle (Rochdale branch) helped us honour our…

Ruth O'Neill

We received first class service throughout the whole funeral process.

Hazel

Absolutely excellent level of service provided by Michelle and the team at the Rochdale branch. Nothing was too much trouble and Michelle offered really useful suggestions to help plan the funeral as well as making sure things ran smoothly on the actual day. Would 100%…

Graham

Very professional staff who dealt with everything in a very caring manner. Made the whole process stress free. Would highly recommend to others

Paul Helm

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