INTERNATIONAL REPATRIATION SERVICES
INTERNATIONAL REPATRIATION SERVICES
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Harmony International has been providing dignified and professional funeral repatriation services, trusted by Sri Lankan families in the UK since 2013, offering compassionate support and expert guidance throughout the Sri Lankan consulate repatriation process. Our experienced team manages every aspect of repatriation, including liaison with Sri Lankan consular authorities, airlines, hospitals, coroners, and insurance providers, to ensure a smooth and respectful return to major cities such as Colombo, Kandy, Galle, Jaffna, Negombo, and beyond. We provide a range of hermetically sealed coffins that comply with international transport regulations and Sri Lanka’s specific entry requirements, while carefully handling all logistical, legal, and customs formalities with sensitivity. Each repatriation is carried out with dignity, precision, and respect, ensuring families’ wishes, cultural traditions, and religious 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: Colombo
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 repatriation process to Sri Lanka usually takes between 7 to 10 working days. However, this can vary depending on paperwork processing, consular clearance, and flight availability.
Yes. Our team liaises directly with the Sri Lankan High Commission and relevant authorities to ensure all documentation and permits are correctly processed without delay.
Yes. Sri Lanka requires a hermetically sealed coffin that meets international air transport regulations. Harmony International provides coffins that fully comply with these standards.
Absolutely. We can organise repatriation to all major Sri Lankan cities, including Colombo, Kandy, Galle, Jaffna, Negombo, and other regional areas.
In most cases, small personal items may be included, subject to airline and consular regulations. Our team will guide you on what can be safely and legally transported.
While our primary service covers repatriation, we can coordinate with local funeral directors in Sri Lanka to ensure a seamless handover for final rites or ceremonies.
Many travel insurance policies include repatriation coverage. Harmony International can work with your insurance provider to manage claims and payment arrangements where applicable.
We understand the importance of Sri Lankan customs and religious traditions. Our team ensures every step is handled with cultural sensitivity and respect for your family’s beliefs.
From documentation and consular liaison to flight booking and coffin preparation, we handle every detail, offering emotional support and clear communication throughout the 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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