Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At Nicholas O'Hara 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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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?

Nicholas O'Hara 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.

There are no words or enough stars to describe how amazing and exceptional Nicholas O Haras services and Team are !! Right from the beginning of arranging a funeral plan with Anthony through to the actual funeral day. Their ethos of our family is here…

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Extremely professional service. I would highly recommend them

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We have used this funeral directors on several occasions and have consistently been pleased with their professionalism, sensitivity and regard to detail. I have no hesitation in recommending them.…

Chris Lockyer

O'Hara Funeral Directors are a first Class company in every way

Richard Pollington

Phillip was very helpful and explained everything clearly and sympathetically

Gale Thornhill

Marie was very helpful and compassionate as we prepared for my husband's funeral. She got straight back to us with answers to questions and guided us through a sad and difficult time. Thank you.

Fiona Fergie

Great service from Anna and the Team at Ferndown. Dad had the service and send off he wanted. Very happy we used Nicholas O’Hara and will use again

Janet Dryden

I cannot praise Anna Jackson and the staff for the way they treated all the family when my husband Michael Gallagher died a few weeks ago Anna was exceptional and talked me through everything I needed at a time when we as a family could…

June Gallagher

We have used O'Hara three times previously and they have never failed to impress us with their friendly, professional and timely interactions. They guided and supported us through the whole process which is perfect at a difficult time. Thank you everyone!…

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I would like to thank O'Hara's for the smooth, thoughtful and professional way that they handled my late Father's Funeral. I was delighted that Lauren was our funeral director, as she had been so excellent organising my Mother's funeral 2 years ago whilst working at…

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