Repatriation of remains between the Dominican Republic and the USA

For many families with connections between the United States and the Dominican Republic, bringing a loved one home following a death overseas is an important part of their final arrangements. Homeland International specialises in international repatriation and can help arrange the transportation of human remains between these two countries.

Whether someone has passed away in the USA and needs to be returned to the Dominican Republic, or has died in the Dominican Republic and needs to be brought back to America, we can manage the arrangements in either direction. We take care of the practical details, working with local funeral directors, airlines and relevant authorities to ensure everything is organised with care and professionalism.

Our Americas Hub in Miami with the support of our Spanish speaking team based in Latin America and our global assistance centre in the UK are well positioned to support with any repatriation in the US or the Dominican Republic.

How does repatriation between the USA and the Dominican Republic work?

The arrangements for repatriation will depend on where the death occurred and the final destination. However, both directions require coordination between local funeral services, the relevant authorities and the airline handling the transportation.

Once you contact Homeland International, we will establish the details of the case and identify the arrangements required. We will work with a funeral director at the place of death to organise the collection and preparation of the deceased.

International air transportation generally requires embalming and a suitable sealed coffin or transportation container, subject to the requirements of the relevant authorities and airline. We will coordinate these preparations alongside the necessary health certificates, permits and consular documentation.

For transportation into the Dominican Republic, consular authorisation and the appropriate health documentation will need to be arranged. When bringing someone into the USA, the relevant American import and customs requirements must also be satisfied.

Once everything is in place, we will arrange the flight and coordinate with the receiving funeral director to ensure the deceased can be collected on arrival. We can also assist with customs clearance and onward transportation to the final destination.

The process usually takes somewhere between 5-7 working days but with coroner, police or medical examiner involvement, the process may take a little longer.

    
 
 
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What documents are required for repatriation between the USA and the Dominican Republic?

The documentation required will depend on the direction of transportation and the local regulations in force where the death occurred.

The Dominican Republic has specific requirements for the transportation of human remains, including documentation relating to the death, burial transit and preparation of the deceased. Some documents issued in the USA may also need to be apostilled before they can be accepted by the Dominican authorities or consulate.

Commonly required documents include:

Documents and information from the family:

Passport or identification of the deceased
Original Death Certificate
Details of the next of kin
Details of the receiving funeral director
Any relevant release or transportation authorisations

Documents arranged as part of the repatriation:

Burial or Transit Permit
Embalming Certificate
Certificate confirming the absence of a communicable disease, where required
Consular Mortuary Certificate, where applicable
Export and transportation permits
Funeral Director’s Declaration or Affidavit
Apostilles and certified translations, where required
Airline Air Waybill and transportation documentation

The Dominican consulate may also require specific documents to be submitted for approval before transportation can take place. Requirements can vary depending on the state or consular jurisdiction, so we will advise on the paperwork applicable to your particular arrangements.

How much does repatriation between the USA and the Dominican Republic cost?

The cost of bringing a loved one between the United States and the Dominican Republic will depend on several elements of the arrangement.

These include the location of death, the distance to the departure airport, the chosen destination airport, local funeral director fees and airline transportation charges. Preparation of the deceased, coffin requirements, consular paperwork and any additional transportation services will also influence the final price.

The usual cost for repatriation between these countries is between $4500 – $8500 US Dollars.

At Homeland International, we understand that families need clear information when making these arrangements. We will consider your individual circumstances and provide a tailored quotation, explaining the services and costs involved before proceeding.

Which airports can we repatriate to in the USA and the Dominican Republic?

The Dominican Republic has several international airports serving its main cities and popular coastal regions. The most appropriate arrival airport will depend on where the family or receiving funeral director is based.

Airports in the Dominican Republic include:

Las Américas International Airport, Santo Domingo
Punta Cana International Airport
Gregorio Luperón International Airport, Puerto Plata
Cibao International Airport, Santiago
La Romana International Airport

Airports in the USA include:

John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York
Newark Liberty International Airport, New Jersey
Miami International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Orlando International Airport
Boston Logan International Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Chicago O’Hare International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

These are examples of major international gateways and customs airports. Other destinations may also be possible depending on the circumstances and available airline services.

We will help identify the most suitable airport for your requirements and coordinate the necessary arrangements on arrival, including customs clearance and onward transportation to the receiving funeral director.

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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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