Repatriation of body to India
Homeland International specialises in the repatriation of deceased loved ones from the United Kingdom to India. With over 35 UK offices and 350+ trusted partners worldwide, our experienced team offers a compassionate, 24/7 service to support families and funeral directors during a difficult time. To get started:
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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.Posted on Google
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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 SelviPosted on Google
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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 homePosted on Google
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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 ❤️🥰Posted on Google
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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 recommendPosted on Google
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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.Posted on Google
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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.Posted on Google
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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!Posted on Google
JasonTrustindex 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.Posted on Google
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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
Why Choose Homeland International for Repatriation to India?
- Specialists in UK-India repatriation: Decades of experience assisting families and professionals with the safe return of loved ones to all regions of India.
- Comprehensive support: We manage all paperwork, legal requirements, and logistics—including liaison with the Indian High Commission and airlines.
- Transparent pricing: Complete repatriation from the UK to India from £3,760, with a detailed cost breakdown and no hidden fees.
- FIAT IFTA accredited: A proud member of the World Organisation of Funeral Operatives.
How body repatriation to India works
1. Immediate assistance: Contact us 24/7 by phone (+44 3300 417 265) or email (support@homeland-international.co.uk). We provide urgent guidance and begin arrangements right away.
2. Documentation & legal compliance: Our team secures all required documents, including death and embalming certificates, “free from infection” certificates, and embassy/consulate permits.
3. Care and preparation: We provide respectful care for your loved one, including international-standard embalming and a coffin suitable for air transport.
4. Logistics and flights: We coordinate with airlines for the earliest available flights to India, keeping you updated at every stage.
5. Arrival in India: We arrange repatriation to major international airports across India. Collection on arrival can be managed by your appointed funeral director, or we can recommend trusted local partners.
We believe in transparent, upfront pricing. Our typical UK to India 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 India **
Embassy Visit and Fees
*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
£3,635.00
Documentation required for repatriation of remains to India
Documents for you to provide to Homeland International
- Passport of the deceased person
- Two Death Certificates (we will legalise one with an apostille)
- Homeland International Authorisation Form (this will be sent to you for completion)
- Letter from Next of Kin or Indian funeral director requesting the permit from the embassy and confirming collection at Indian airport (we can provide a template for this)
- Out of England Certificate
- Freedom from Infection Certificate
- Embalming Certificate
- Funeral Directors Declaration Certificate
- Air Waybill document from airline
- Embassy Permit
Destinations: Airports We Serve Across India
- Delhi (DEL)
- Mumbai (BOM)
- Chennai (MAA)
- Bengaluru (BLR)
- Hyderabad (HYD)
- Kolkata (CCU)
- Kochi (COK)
- If you need local funeral director support in India, we can recommend reliable partners.
Why Families and Funeral Directors Trust Us
- Decades of experience with UK-India repatriation
- Accredited, ethical, and fully insured
- Compassionate, multilingual team
- Daily updates throughout the process
- 4.9/5 Trustpilot rating
Request a Quotation or Start Arrangements
For an accurate, personalised quote or to begin the repatriation process, contact us by phone, Email or live chat.
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