Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At John Nodes Funeral Service 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?

John Nodes Funeral Service 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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Where do we begin me and my family would love to thank John nodes and especially Robin with an outstanding service for my father brain eldred. Robin has been an amazing support through a time where we couldn’t think but Robin was there and guided…

Ryan Eldred

Bernadette what an amazing lady you are. Honest, sympathetic, understanding and genuinely caring. You are credit to the company you work for. Thank you for all of your help and patience with us. You made something which is really difficult to deal with perfect and…

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Thank you to Tamara, Shaun and the Team - Harlesden From the very beginning, the team were incredibly efficient, friendly, and showed just the right level of sympathy and understanding. They were so accommodating, making every step of the process as simple and painless as…

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Michael Joubert (OxfordBlue ME)

Both Michaela and Shane were fantastic in being totally professional and fully respectful. The other staff on the day of the funeral were also very professional and respectful. We couldn’t have asked for a better send off for our loved one. Thank You to everyone.

Gaz Hammer

Dear John Nodes Funeral Service Harlesden Branch I would like to express my sincere gratitude to you and your team for the excellent care that I received for my long term partner. A very special thank you to Tamara, a very kind, thoughtful and understanding…

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