Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At Quinns 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:

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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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Need advice?

Quinns 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.

Thank you so much to Quinn’s in Greasby, especially Stuart. Stuart was very quickly able to gauge the family and understood he could inject a sense of humour when making plans. (Even if he did make me sit in a coffee table 😂). Quinn’s quickly…

Michelle Jones

Quinns were very helpful as we were dealing with the funeral of an elderly gentleman with no known family. They went out of their way to find out about where his parents ashes were scattered so his could be place with them. They were professional…

Judith Stelfox

Thank you to Quinns at Hoylake for handling Mum's funeral. Empathy and care was evident throughout and nothing was too much trouble. Not having had to arrange a funeral before we felt greatly supported, especially by Tina, who was very helpful, offering advice and suggestions…

Anne Mearns

We can’t fault the care and attention given to us and our loved one when Quinn’s looked after his funeral arrangements. Everything was managed with supreme sensitivity and efficiency. On the day of the funeral, the team looked after our family brilliantly, even offering ice…

Clare O’C

Thank you to all at Quinns in Greasby after the loss of our mum. In particular Stuart who made all the arrangements for the funeral and to Wayne, and his colleagues on the day of the funeral. A truly caring and professional service by Quinns…

Ian Rawson

The support that was given through this heartbreaking time was priceless .The empathy shown the kind words nothing that we asked couldn’t be done. Tina you became a source of comfort and reassurance? We found peace knowing that our precious Mum was safe in your…

brenda mills

From first contact Quinns took away the uncertainty and stress of the sudden passing of our brother and once Tina had received all details and instructions she handled everything for us as a family both sympathetically and professionally allowing us time to grieve for our…

mplimley10330

From first contact Quinns took away the uncertainty and stress of the sudden passing of our brother and once Tina had received all details and instructions she handled everything for us both sympathetically and professionally allowing us time to grieve for our little brother Brian!!!…

mplimley10330

Excellent professional service from the start.Thank you

Janet Owen

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