Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At Sim & Son 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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Sim & Son 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.

Blair was an excellent Funeral Director. He was kind, compassionate about my circumstances and very informative. I had complete trust in his ability to organise an excellent farewell for my husband. He went above and beyond in accommodating an additional viewing , additional flowers etc.…

Celine McKinlay

The whole team were caring and supportive. I felt confident that everything would be arranged and that my wishes were being respected. This was so important at such a distressing time. I dealt directly with Blair Sim who was excellent.

Maureen McKenna

Nicole was helpful and professional throughout the entire process and made a very difficult time easier for me. I felt reassured that my mum was being taken care of and given the dignity that she deserved.

Suzie C

I would highly recommend Sim & Son Funeral Directors. At a very stressful and emotional time they treated both my husband and myself with such care empathy and professionalism. Shona and Gordon were so kind and guided us through a difficult decision keeping us updated…

hilda kinnaird

Great company and a great help to the family in a difficult time. Had previously used them for my mother when they were based at Knightswood Cross and was happy to use them again sadly for my father. Made everything a lot easier. Blair in…

Absolutely brilliant service from start to finish at a very difficult time . The process was made very easy and was also very personal .…

John Martin

Caring, kind and professional service. Each member of staff were not only compassionate and understanding they went out of their way to make sure all funeral arrangements were taken care of in a stress free manner making this difficult time easier for me and my…

James Hutchison and Vicky Hutchison

After the loss of my mum there was a feeling, along with the sadness, of not knowing what happens next!! My husband highly recommended that my brother & I contact Sim & Son. I cannot praise the compassion shown to my brother & I and…

Linda Munn & Jim Kelly

From start to finish the experience at Sim &Son is as seamless and pleasant as it can be given the circumstances. Shona is always so friendly and efficient and you are content in the knowledge that everything is organised during and on the day. On…

Andy Diamond

Our third experience of using Sim and we cannot recommend them highly enough. Care and attention at all times which helped us through this most difficult time. Robert and Shona were particularly helpful.

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