Repatriation

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At Pinks 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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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?

Pinks 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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Latest Reviews

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As my Brother Chris died suddenly, after a short illness, I was in Ireland so his very good friend Paddy in Kenley started to organise the funeral Mass etc with Karen and her staff in Pinks funeral home, Caterham, until my return to Kenley. Every…

Pauline Kelly

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Pinks looked after the funeral for my Mum and the compassion and care from walking through their doors was 5*. They helped me every step of the way and listened to Mums wishes and made it all happen even down to Walkers Ready Salted Crisps…

Allison Valenti

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An outstanding service from Pinks. Having never been through anything like this before, I needed support and guidance with every step—from registering my husband, Charlies, death to choosing the right person to lead the ceremony. Lorraine was my main point of contact, and she was…

Lady “Lady J” Jane

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1 / 1 Thank you, all the team, at Pinks, Hamsey Green, for making our mother’s funeral (Zoe Taylor) extra special. Choosing a Funeral Director must be how you feel about the staff. From day one my Dad agreed Pinks were the right choice. They…

Michelle Singleton

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Pinks at Hamsey Green were very good. As a family this was the second time that we used their services within a year. We didn't hesitate in using them again. All the staff that we came into contact with were very professional and supportive. It…

Ann Scott

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Pinks provided us with all the information we needed to arrange our relatives funeral and were extremely helpful, kind and compassionate. There was good communication and an expert service from Lorraine, Tracey and Kingsley.…

Martin Einchcomb

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Brilliant service from all Staff they helped make a very upsetting time easier to cope with…

Lynn ray

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Made a difficult time much easier, so helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Everything was arranged and organised exactly as we wanted, and had a lovely service for my husband. I would recommend everyone to use Pinks Funeral Service it is the best funeral…

Kay Mankerty

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We recently used the services of Pinks Undertakers for my brothers funeral, and we were so pleased with the service we received they were so kind and caring and did everything we asked. A special thankyou to Lorraine who was so supportive at a very…

Astrid Ormes

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I was met by Lorraine at the Warlingham office, who was compassionate, thoroughly professional and simplified the whole process, during a very difficult time. As were her colleagues on the day of the funeral, at the crematorium and the ceremony went as well as could…

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