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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The support that we received was excellent throughout.

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I would recommend O'Hara's to everyone, So professional but at the same time so caring, I was so apprehensive at first but Marie put me at ease immediately, every thing was done for me, it was all perfect, and on the day of the funeral…

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Excellent service. Orders of service done quickly and beautifully. All ran smoothly and staff very respectful at the graveside…

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Very professional and caring service, they took care of every detail beautifully to give my dad the best send off possible, many thanks to the team at Nicholas Ohara.

Colin Slater

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The entire team provided our family with an excellent service. Rory in particular was compassionate and professional throughout this process. My brother and I were very grateful for his calm guidance and considerate approach. Thank you so much Rory.…

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Mary Jones

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The whole team were very professional, kind and attentive and they showed our Dad the care and respect he deserved and would have wanted

Ruth

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Everything was very good, the staff was respectful and well trained and Jon was beyond expectations and very professional.

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from the moment of first phone call to end of the process, we were treated respectfully and with kindness. There is nothing I could fault with the service we received.…

Michelle Brett

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A special thanks to Jon and everyone at Nicholas O Hara in Wimborne. They managed the funerals of both my mum and dad in the last 2 months. Jon was a huge support in a difficult time, staying in touch throughout, totally professional, he really…

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