The process of repatriation
How to transport the body of the deceased from Germany? In the event of the death of a Ukrainian citizen in Germany, his or her body can be repatriated to Ukraine. This process is regulated by the laws of Ukraine and Germany.
The first stage of repatriation is to obtain a burial permit from the German authorities. To do this, you need to contact your local city hall or health department. The following documents must be attached to the application:
- death certificate;
- a passport or other identity document of the deceased;
- a residence permit in Germany or other document confirming the deceased’s legal stay in the country.
The second stage of repatriation is the preparation of documents for the transportation of the body. To do this, you need to contact a funeral service in Ukraine. Funeral services will help you collect all the necessary documents and arrange for the transportation of the body.
The third stage of repatriation is the transportation of the body. This process takes on average 2-3 days, depending on the distance.
The cost of transporting a body from Germany to Ukraine depends on the following factors:
- the distance between the city in Germany and the place in Ukraine to which the deceased needs to be brought;
- method of transportation (air, road, rail);
- services of a funeral service.
Difficulties associated with repatriation
Repatriation of the deceased from Germany is a complex and lengthy process that requires a lot of time and effort. It is associated with a number of problems and difficulties that need to be resolved.
One of the main problems is bureaucracy. In order to start the procedure of transportation of the deceased, it is necessary to collect and process a large number of documents. This can take a lot of time and effort, especially if the deceased’s relatives live in Ukraine.
In addition, the repatriation of the deceased from Germany can be complicated by various legal nuances. For example, if the deceased was not a citizen of Ukraine, then a permit from the German authorities may be required to transport his or her body.
How to solve the problems of transportation of the deceased from Germany
In order to facilitate the process of transporting the deceased from Germany, relatives can contact specialized companies that deal with this issue. Such companies have the experience and necessary resources to help relatives cope with all bureaucratic and legal procedures.
Recommendations for relatives of the deceased
If you are planning to repatriate the deceased from Germany, we recommend that you:
- Contact a specialized company or consulate of Ukraine as soon as possible.
- Prepare all the necessary documents for the transportation of the deceased from Germany.
- Familiarize yourself with the legal nuances related to the repatriation of the deceased.
To solve all the problems and ensure your peace of mind during the loss of a loved one, contact Memory, a company that professionally deals with the transportation of the dead from Germany.