Repatriation

Repatriation into the UK or returning to another country

At WH Putnam 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?

WH Putnam 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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What can I say … I knew you would do us proud, I was never going anywhere else !! You done my Mum Dads and most recently my beautiful Sisters final journey. Lee you made the process so much easier than me and my boys…

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Highly recommend, staff all helpful and professional they kept in touch and liaised with all the other persons as I live some miles away I find this helpful at a difficult time.

Maureen Smith

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Paula!!! Paula made this process so easy. Funerals and deaths are hard already and all you need is someone who is patient and understands. Paula dealt with us like pros and never ever judged. I really appreciate all that Paula did and i will be…

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I was recommended Wh Putnam, Edgware and it was certainly the right choice. Paula and Lee run this branch. At such a difficult and sad time, Paula on reception was sympathetic, caring and nothing was any trouble. Paula's very pleasant personalty was so reassuring and…

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I could not recommend Lee and the team highly enough. They were professional, efficient, friendly and so considerate and thoughtful throughout the whole process and made this difficult time alot easier.…

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I was satisfied with the service from beginning to end from everyone I had contact with. What I noticed was that everyone was in the loop with arrangements and I didn’t have to speak to only one person. I found the staff friendly and professional,…

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Absolutely fabulous service, Paula was amazing. Couldn’t have asked for any more, so kind, helpful and supportive.

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Honestly, my experience with Putnams and the team was amazing. Especially Cass and Shane, who were my absolute rocks. They took the stress out of a very stressful time and were there any time I needed anything, and ensured that everything ran perfectly. I also…

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