Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At Miles & Daughters 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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Coffin Range

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

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Our pricing

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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Planning ahead?

It is now really easy to plan ahead, making a huge difference by easing the burden on your family when the time comes, so they can focus on the arrangements.

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Need advice?

Miles & Daughters 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.

Irene Turner has supported us through two funerals recently. She has been amazing, helping us to process the deaths, come to terms with them and to celebrate our family members appropiately. She has organised the necessary parts of the process; collection and storage as well…

Nicola Cannon

I cannot thank the team enough for the kindness, compassion, and professionalism they showed during such a difficult time. From the very beginning, they treated our family with genuine care and respect, guiding us through every step with patience and understanding. They made a heartbreaking…

Katie

We used Miles and Daughters when my mum passed away and from that first day meeting with Cat and til the funeral day meeting Lisa they have both been nothing but caring making sure that we as a family were OK and making the visit…

lisa bowyer

We felt truly supported throughout the entire process, and the service provided for our son José was handled with dignity and kindness.

Jose Zerpa

We were helped at the Winnersh branch by Kelly Head. She treated us in a very professional and sensitive manner, and my sister and I were very happy with the service we received when arranging the service for our mum. Unfortunately she was not available…

Karen York

Nikki offered us some great support during this difficult time. We chose Miles for our father's funeral because they had done a good job with our mother's, two years ago. happy to recommend.…

Richard Greaves

lisa bowyer

Dad Passed away recently and we decided to use Richard Lloyd based on a their impressive service some 10 years earlier. So glad we did. From start to finish the team and especially Donna, as well as the outstanding Celebrant Alison, were extremely professional, courteous…

j stoodley

I used Miles & Daughters to arrange the funeral for my mum 16yrs ago. In May 2026 when my stepfather passed away I had no hesitation in contacting them to help us. They are so professional but also friendly and kind - nothing seemed too…

Francesca Dalmas

From the initial call , the service provided was excellent. Lucie was professional, approachable, caring and super efficient, guiding us through the process and checking in with us regularly. She knew we had tight deadlines to meet and went out of her way to help…

John Crombie

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