Repatriation of Body to Germany
If you need to repatriate a loved one to Germany, we take care of everything. Our price includes collection, coffin, documentation and the flight - so the price we quote is the price you pay. Repatriation to Germany typically costs £3000 to £3500 however contact us for an accurate quotation today.
Why Choose Homeland International for repatriation from the UK to Germany?
At Homeland International, we make repatriation from the UK to Germany simple, respectful, and stress-free. Our experienced team handles everything — from paperwork and preparation to transport and coordination with German funeral directors.
We provide clear communication, fast turnaround times, and support in both English and German, so you’re never left unsure of what happens next.
With a focus on dignity, efficiency, and care, you can trust us to bring your loved one home safely.
How body repatriation to Germany works:
We handle the entire process on your behalf, keeping things simple at every step. This includes collecting your loved one, preparing them for transport, embalming and arranging all required documentation. We then coordinate transportation from the UK to Germany and liaise with the receiving funeral director to ensure a smooth handover. Throughout, we keep you informed so you always know what’s happening, without needing to manage the details yourself.
Repatriation Costs from UK to Germany
We believe in transparent, upfront pricing. Our typical UK to Germany repatriation package includes:
Our Professional Fees
Local Removal (within M25) *
Care of the Deceased Person and International Embalming
Coffin Suitable for Repatriation
Coffin Preparation
Free from Infection Certificate
Transportation to the Airport
Flight to Germany**
*We are able to collect the deceased person from anywhere in the UK and will provide an additional cost for collection outside of London.
**Estimate based on 150KG, actual costing to be provided before repatriation.
Total estimated cost: Please contact us for a personalised quote, as final costs depend on location, airline fees, and specific requirements.
£3,000.00
Documents Required for Repatriation of Remains to Germany
- Passport of the deceased person
- Two Death Certificates
- Homeland International Authorisation Form (this will be sent to you for completion)
- Out of England Certificate
- Freedom from Infection Certificate
- Embalming Certificate
- Funeral Directors Declaration Certificate
- Air Waybill document from airline
Destinations: Airports We Serve Across Germany
- Berlin
- Bremen
- Cologne
- Dortmund
- Dusseldorf
- Frankfurt
- Hamburg
- Hanover
- Munich
- Stuttgart
- If you need local funeral director support in Germany, we can recommend trusted partners in every region.
Why Families and Funeral Directors Trust Us
- Decades of experience with UK–Germany repatriation
- Accredited, ethical, and fully insured
- Compassionate, multilingual team
- Daily updates throughout the process
- 4.9/5 Trustpilot rating
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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