Transportation of the deceased

Transportation of the deceased within Germany and abroad

We arrange the transportation of the deceased within Germany, from Germany to other countries and from abroad to Germany — including documents, approvals and liaison with consulates.

At a glance

Within Germany and abroad
Liaison with consulates
Coordination through to arrival

Call us at any time — at night, at weekends and on public holidays.

Destinations

Where we arrange transportation

Within Germany

Transfers between cities and federal states — for example, to a family burial place.

From Germany to other countries

Repatriation to the home country for burial — with preparation of the documents and approval from the consulate.

From abroad to Germany

We arrange the transfer to Germany and the burial here.

What is included

What we take care of

Documents for transportation

We prepare the documents required for transportation to the destination country.

Consulates and authorities

We handle communication with consulates and other authorities.

Air transport

We arrange the transport with the airlines.

Road transport

We arrange transport in a specially equipped vehicle.

Translation of documents

We help with translating documents for the destination country.

Coordination

We coordinate the transfer through to arrival in the destination country and keep the family informed.

How it works

How the transportation works

01

Getting in touch

Let us know where the deceased needs to be transported from and to.

02

Documents

We establish the requirements of the destination country and prepare the documents.

03

Approvals

We arrange the transport with the consulate, the airline and the receiving party.

04

Transportation

We arrange the transportation and coordinate it through to arrival.

Documents

What may be needed for transportation

The requirements depend on the destination country. We will clarify them for your case and prepare the documents.

Ask about the documents
Death certificate (Sterbeurkunde)
Passport of the deceased
Leichenpass, the transport permit for the deceased — for transportation abroad
Documents required by the consulate of the destination country
Translations of documents — if needed

Requirements for transporting an urn and the documents needed are clarified for each specific route.

Frequently asked questions

Questions about transportation

We arrange the transportation of the deceased from Germany to other countries and from abroad to Germany, including the necessary documents, approvals and liaison with consulates, airlines and other services.

The timeframe depends on the destination country, the consulate's requirements and the means of transport. We explain the process in advance and keep you informed at every stage.

Yes, an urn can also be transported. The requirements depend on the destination country — we will tell you which documents are needed.

The cost depends on the distance, the destination country and the means of transport. We calculate it and agree it with you in advance.

We are here when it matters most

If you need help arranging a funeral, call us. We are available around the clock and will tell you what to do next.

+49 171 906 55 43 Write to us

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