Repatriation

Into the UK or returning to another country

At William H Painter Funeral Directors we offer a repatriation service to our families, for both incoming and outgoing repatriation, to or from any part of the world. Our service takes the worry and complications out of your hands so you can concentrate on other aspects of the funeral.

Our full service includes translators of all languages and specialist experience with international customs, documentation, permits, transport and regulations.

Our repatriation service includes:

Full international repatriation to and from any country in the world
Advice on all repatriation documentation and coffin requirements for UK authorities, all embassies and consulates and all major airlines
A documentation delivery service to embassies and consulates in London
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 conveying throughout the UK, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Unsealing the repatriation coffin and opening the metal lining
Providing a range of coffins conforming to international shipping regulations
A range of ashes urns suitable for international transit
Embalming services and official certification appropriate for all destinations
A wide range of coffins and caskets

Please talk to us about repatriation and we will be able to take over the organisation for you.

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?

William H Painter 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.

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Claire Duckhouse

A huge thank you to Emma Welch and the William H Painter Yardley team for their exceptional and professional service in caring for my Nan and arranging her funeral. Everything they did for us was perfect, and their support made an extremely difficult day much…

Leanne Carrigan

What can i say, Jeanette was so lovely and compassionate when we organised our dads funeral, very helpful nothing was to much trouble. What a wonderful caring and kind lady she is. Would definatly recommend William painters in Castle Bromwich xx

Justine Smith

William H Painters looked after all the arrangements for our fathers funeral with Grace and compassion. Guiding us through a daunting process and making a stressful time much easier. I would like to personally thank Amy Poppit who was really kind to our mother, taking…

M Deahl

This was unfortunately the fourth funeral I have had to arrange and I certainly would not go to another firm. Every time I have been treated with kindness and compassion. E very thing has been arranged to the highest standards with a very professional approach.…

Mary Pearson

Very polite and professional from beginning to end.

Debbie Harper

Excellent service, thank you to all the team. Especially David, an extremely knowledgeable, kind and thoughtful professional. Nothing was ever too much, his communication was impeccable. He made an extremely tough period a lot easier to navigate. Thanks David, Kind regards, Richard…

Dickie

Absolutely outstanding professionalism from everyone

joseph dolman

Very professional and personal service. I was updated throughout the process which was flawless. Thank You…

Bryan Davies

We are so pleased with the stone we have for our Mom & Dad. David Ford made the whole process so easy. He is such a nice and professional person to deal with. Thank you.…

Audrey McKay

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