Repatriation

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:

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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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.

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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 Küsel

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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

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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…

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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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What a brilliant service from O Haras in Poole and in particular from Anna. From the moment we knew we needed their services until we had the funeral, Anna was by our side guiding us through the process. Her clam and approachable manner was perfect…

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Excellent service. My mum was well looked after before the service and after. Emily keep me and my sisters well informed and going through everything we need to know about the service.

Helen Cartwright

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Thank you for the wonderful service, your staff were kind, patient and understanding. Mum would have been very happy.

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My uncle passed away suddenly on May 20th ,but i was very pleased with Nicholas Oharas patience, sympathy and professionalism, living such a long way i had to have trust and faith in handling my uncles funeral which I did ,thank you for everything you…

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A very professional firm who handled my husband's funeral with great care, empathy and dignity.

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