Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At Kemp and Stevens 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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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?

Kemp and Stevens 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.

We used Kemp and Stevens for my dads funeral and they were outstanding. From the very first meeting with Mark and then with Chloe who was our main contact. They were respectful, patient, empathetic, understanding, compassionate and caring. They never tried to persuade us with…

Rachel Tarrant

Great customer service at the office and also Claire, Robin and Mark really good above & beyond to help you at a really personal time .

Laura Leadbeater

We've used Kemp and Stevens now on 4 occasions and they have been kind and respectful. They listened to our requests for simplicity and never tried to persuade us otherwise. I wouldn't go anywhere else, but hopefully I won't need to for a long time!…

Helen C

From the first contact with Charlotte at Kemp and Stevens in Alton they were fantastic. They guided us through the whole funeral process, acting with great knowledge and respect throughout. They made what was a difficult time much easier, nothing was too much trouble. I…

Michelle Rook

Stepping into unknown territory organising a funeral for the first time was daunting, but unbeknownst to me, I had no need to be worried at all. The Kemp and Stevens team in Alton were nothing short of exceptional from my very first telephone call. I…

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