![Funerals[HQ] - funerals directory](/cms/images/funeralshq/logo.gif){kind=logo}
Overseas Transport
By: Jeffrey Bros Funeral Services
Sometimes it is necessary to organise the return of loved ones to be laid to rest in their country of birth. Below are some of the common questions regarding this matter:
- Can they be buried in their country of birth?
Yes, if they were born there and a burial site can be arranged.
The documentation required for transportation would include:
- A current passport;
- The destination of where the person is being sent to including the town and city with the name and address of the contact there eg. Family member in the country,
Funeral Director; and
- A ‘Non-Infectious’ letter from the hospital, doctor or Coroner.
- Is it costly?
Your costs would include:
- The cost of the burial. This may include the site and service charges in the receiving country;
- Overseas transportation. Prices for overseas transportation are charged according to airfares and other costs incurred at the time of shipment; and
- Your funeral director service fee. This includes preparation and a service before the person is sent overseas. Your funeral director usually handles all of the paperwork and liaison with consuls, airlines and the funeral director in the receiving country.
Important - Read This: This information is intended to provide general information only which may not be applicable to your particular circumstances. You agree to access this information at your own risk and that First Point Media is not liable to you for the content of the information or any reliance by you on this information.
