Repatriation of Body from
South Africa

Our expert team of repatriation professionals have extensive experience in body repatriation from South Africa. Our resident South African, Malcolm Van Den Berg moved to work with us here in the UK after spending a decade supporting families with repatriation services in and out of South Africa. We are able to help with repatriations all over the African continent, contact us for a no obligation quotation.

    
 
 
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    Ruby  
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am profoundly grateful to Homeland International, in particular, to Richard Benn, for their exceptional care in repatriating our Father's ashes from London to Manila. Navigating the complex legal demands of both the UK authorities and the Philippine Embassy seemed overwhelming, but their team handled everything seamlessly. They managed the entire process door-to-door, secured the Consular Mortuary Certificate, cleared customs in Manila, and gave our family complete peace of mind. My regular communication with Richard was compassionate and clear during an incredibly difficult time. I highly recommend their professional services to any family needing international repatriation. Thank you.
  
 
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    Cavan  
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Claire has been truly amazing. She has guided and helped us through the worst possible time and I can’t imagine getting through this without her . She has been our rock and I would like to thank her for her kindness support and guidance. We could not have been in better hands. Thank you Cavan and Selvi
  
 
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    Tamsin  
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Homeland international was used for the repatriation of my mother in law from Greece and we found them very helpful and informative,in a difficult and upsetting situation ,their communication was really good and we thank them for looking after my mother in law on her journey home
  
 
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    Cheryl  
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Homeland International helped us bring our dad Donny Strathie home to Scotland as unfortunately he passed during his visit to Boston for the FIFA Workd Cup 2026
He was going over to support Scotland. Richard Benn from Homeland International was absolutely amazing and made the process so easy for us. Dad had great insurance so he was fully covered for all eventualities
Richard Benn managed to get dad home in ten days which we cannot thank him enough for. He took the stress out of an already unbelievably shocking event. Thanks again Cheryl and Denise Strathie externally grateful ❤️🥰
  
 
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    Sallyrik  
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My husband died suddenly in Vienna and I handed everything over to Homeland International. The service could not have been better. Kind and efficient from beginning to end.  Highy recommend
  
 
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    Lee  
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Having had to use Homeland, which we never thought we would need to, we found the whole experience to be professional and stress-free. Richard B organised everything and kept us fully updated every step of the way. It was very much appreciated.
  
 
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    Pavels  
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We cannot thank the team enough for their compassionate and professional support during such a difficult time. The entire repatriation process was handled with dignity, care, and excellent communication from start to finish. Everything was organised efficiently, giving our family peace of mind throughout. We truly appreciated the kindness and respect shown to us and would highly recommend their services!
Thank you Amy and the team.
  
 
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    Francis  
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Homeland International offers excellent services on assisting us for the whole repatriation process of my beloved mother back to home country Malaysia in April - May 2026.  Thank you!
  
 
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    Jason  
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Many thanks to Richard and the team at Homeland International for their professionalism, compassion, and support during an incredibly difficult time following the sudden passing of my mother-in-law.

We truly appreciated the prompt response, clear communication, and the care provided throughout the entire repatriation process. Their guidance and efficiency helped ease a very stressful situation for our family.

Highly recommended for anyone requiring compassionate and professional repatriation services.
  
 
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    Okafor  
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was thrilled when I saw how my husband’s remains was packaged. The family were very happy with the service and praised me. I am really impressed as I never expected the treatment I received. Thank you so much

How Body Repatriation from South Africa works:

Homeland International manages repatriation from South Africa with the assistance of its local providers in the country. We manage the repatriation from start to finish, orchestrating everything local providers will complete on the ground. This ensures the local paperwork protocols, embassy procedures and international requirements are all met thanks to our extensive experience in global repatriation services.

Once the paperwork process is complete and the consular requirements are met, Homeland International will work with international airlines to source suitable flights and routings to the final country.

Documentation Required for Repatriation of Remains from South Africa

Documents for you to provide to Homeland International

Passport of the deceased person
Death Certificate
Homeland International Authorisation Form (this will be sent to you for completion)
There may be a requirement for additional paperwork from you, we will advise you if anything else is required when starting repatriation arrangements

Documents which Homeland International will obtain

Export Certificate
Freedom from Infection Certificate
Embalming Certificate
Funeral Directors Declaration Certificate
Air Waybill document from airline
Other local paperwork

Locations in South Africa we can repatriate from

We are usually able to arrange flights back to most international destinations from either Cape Town, Durban or Johannesburg. On arrival back to the destination country, Homeland International can support with the customs clearance at the airport and the transport back to the home town/city. We can arrange repatriation of remains from anywhere in South Africa including:

- Cape Town
- Johannesburg
- Port Elizabeth
- Nelspruit
- Gqeberha
- Soshanguve
- Kruger National Park

Durban
Bloemfontein
Pretoria
East London
Vereeniging
Pietermaritzburg

Request Quotation

Please provide us with some information such as where the repatriation is to and from so we can provide a quotation to you. You can contact us using one of the methods below:

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+44 (0) 3300 417 265

Email Us

support@homeland-international.co.uk

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Repatriation of Body from South Africa