INTERNATIONAL REPATRIATION SERVICES
INTERNATIONAL REPATRIATION SERVICES
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Harmony International has been providing dignified and professional Romanian funeral repatriation services, trusted by Romanian families in the UK since 2013, offering compassionate support and expert guidance throughout the Romanian consulate repatriation process. Our experienced team manages every aspect of repatriation, including liaison with Romanian consular authorities, airlines, hospitals, coroners, and insurance providers, to ensure a smooth and respectful return to major cities such as Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, Iași, Timișoara, Constanța, and beyond. We provide a range of hermetically sealed coffins that comply with international transport regulations and Romania’s specific entry requirements, while carefully handling all logistical, legal, and customs formalities with sensitivity. Each repatriation is conducted with dignity, precision, and respect, ensuring families’ wishes, cultural traditions, and Orthodox funeral practices are fully honoured.
Collection of the deceased
Full Embalming
Supply of a Repatriation Coffin
Completion of necessary legal documents
Arranging flight back to UK
Conveyance of Coffin to airport of departure
Airfreight back to UK
Customs and Clearance at UK Port
Collection of Coffin from UK Airport
Conveyance of Coffin to Funeral Director of your choice in UK
We offer a carefully chosen range of coffins to honour your loved one’s journey with dignity and respect.
View All CoffinsTo summarise, the overall costs for repatriation are calculated by adding our repatriation service to the flight costs and other associated third-party charges. See below summary of costs. Please get in touch for a more accurate cost.
Based on a flight from London to: Bucharest
Our standard price to begin –
£1,750 + flight cost, includes all necessary documents provisions, coffin, transport
Bespoke package – where you can choose coffin, have a UK service before repatriation out of UK,
POA – Price on application
Upgraded Coffins
Have questions about the repatriation process? We’ve answered some of the most common concerns to help guide you every step of the way.
The process typically takes between 5 to 10 working days, depending on how quickly documentation and consular approvals are obtained. Our team coordinates with all relevant authorities to minimise delays and ensure a timely and respectful transfer.
Yes, embalming is generally required for all international repatriations to Romania. This process ensures the preservation and safety of the remains during transit. Harmony International provides full embalming services carried out according to both UK and Romanian health standards.
Absolutely. We regularly facilitate repatriations to Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, Iași, Timișoara, Constanța, Brașov, and other parts of Romania. Our network of trusted partners ensures smooth coordination with local funeral homes across the country.
Our team handles all customs clearance and airline arrangements, including preparing the coffin for international air transport and liaising with airlines familiar with Romanian repatriation procedures. We ensure every step is managed efficiently and respectfully.
Yes. We work closely with families and local clergy to ensure Orthodox funeral customs—such as body preparation, prayer requirements, and burial traditions—are observed appropriately both in the UK and upon arrival in Romania.
Yes, if the deceased had travel or life insurance covering repatriation expenses, we can liaise directly with the insurance provider to process claims and manage the financial aspects on behalf of the family.
Yes, our multilingual support team can assist Romanian-speaking families with all documentation and communication, ensuring clarity and comfort throughout the entire process.
We will discuss your particular case, as different countries will have different regulations and processes. As a general guide we recommend:
When a loved one dies outside of their country of residence, it can be a confusing and complicated situation, however rest assured we will be by your side throughout and liaise with all relevant parties to gather all the relevant documentation required to arrange flights back to the UK.
Once back in the UK we will arrange the transfer of your loved one from the airport to our care, and from there we can begin making funeral arrangement plans.
Services Before Send OffWe understand that when arranging a repatriation, you require things to move fairly rapidly. Get in touch by telephone but emails are monitored frequently and are replied to as soon as possible.
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Our friendly and experienced staff will work with you to ensure every detail is just right. We understand it can be difficult to think about your final send off, so you can rest assured we provide a compassionate service.
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