Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At Chambers & Brighty 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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We offer a wide range of coffins, from picture coffins, wooden, wicker, wool and cardboard coffins to caskets.

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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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Chambers & Brighty 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.

This funeral directors are the best in wellingborough in my opinion, Lauren helped us navigate all that we needed for our late mum June Barbara Rowlands funeral on December 5th, everything and everyone involved from the drivers the pall bearing team was absolutely amazing and…

Andrew Rowlands

Tim Luck was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable in guiding us through the funeral arrangements. The care and respect shown by Tim and his team both before and on the day was excellent.

Matt Bushell

Lauren was caring and helpful. Very down to Earth and practical Every step of the way Lauren helped with making the right choices for my Dad's service. Ruth, the celebrant was helpful and offered support and guided us through the funeral process. She responded to…

Lisa Loveridge

We cannot thank Chambers & Brighty enough for taking care of our needs while sorting out our father's funeral arrangements. Having made a very difficult time an easy process, Andy put us at ease the moment we walked through the door. Professional polite and courteous.…

Chris Hurved

The family of Rose Theobalds sincerely thank Chambers and Brighty for their commitment in making the funeral of our sister run smoothly. It’s not day we look forward to, but glad for those who take care of most of it. Thank you Andy for your…

Beulah Theobalds

After the recent sad loss of my dad we chose Chambers and Brighty after recommendations from friends and we are very glad we did. We had no idea where to start but Tim guided us through everything, helping us with decisions about what we wanted…

Jackie Plant

A very caring, compassionate and professional company who took great care of my wife, and looked after me and my family during a difficult and sad time. A special thank you to Tim for the support and advice you gave us, also a thank you…

Barry Doran

Chambers and brightly took care of my mother father and husband in the best possible way they not only care for the diseased they also take care of the family there needs with care and passion dignity I have just recently lost my dear mother…

Deborah partridge

They put us right a ease and explained everingthing to us. My sister would have been very pleased with the service. The reading was good and told her lifdes story. If you want a good service come to Chambers an Brightly you will be pleased.

David Jacoby

Thank you Chambers and Brighty for guiding us through this sad time. Mum had a beautiful “send off” which she would have been very happy with. Especially thanks to Tim Luck for his kindness and patience.…

Megan Aitken

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