Transporting Ashes Internationally
We specialise in the transportation of ashes all over the world
There are many reasons why you may wish to transport ashes overseas. Sometimes repatriation is not possible or the option of cremation with a plan of returning the ashes urn home afterwards is preferred.
This guide answers some of the frequently asked questions related to ashes transportation to and from Egypt. Often, members of our team receive questions such as
“Can you take ashes on a plane?
“Can you fly with human ashes?
“Can you send ashes abroad?
and the answer to all of these questions is, yes.
More information on what is possible and what needs to be done to transport ashes overseas can be found below. If you are looking to have your loved ones’ ashes repatriated to or from somewhere other than Egypt, then contact us today for specific advice and support.
How to transport ashes with Ease Assist International
Shipping ashes from Egypt
EASE ASSIST can provide assistance with ashes repatriation from Egypt to anywhere. Our services include:
- Collecting all of the paperwork and the ashes from you
- Preparing the ashes for international travel Requesting relevant paperwork from you (normally a death certificate and cremation certificate)
- Completing required paperwork and visits to the embassy
- Booking flights and transportation to departure airport On arrival at the destination airport there are two choices:
- We can arrange the collection of the ashes from the airport and transportation to the final address You, or an appointed funeral director, can collect the ashes from the destination airport. We will provide all the necessary paperwork to assist you.
Transporting ashes in your hand luggage
We can support you with the necessary preparation and paperwork if you plan to transport ashes via your hand luggage.
Most airlines will allow carrying cremated remains in your hand luggage but it is important you have everything arranged before.
The ashes will need to be prepared for transportation and you will need to ensure you have all of the correct paperwork in place. You will need the following paperwork:
- Death certificate
- Cremation certificate
- Funeral Directors sealing certificate (also known as Funeral Directors declaration)
The ashes container will need to be secure for travel and remain scannable by X-ray machines.
Our Services:
- Securing ashes in zinc cad seal system
- Packing ashes in suitable wrap
- Confirming sealing certificate
- Arrangement of return to you pre-travel
- Obtaining necessary paperwork from destination country
Please Note,
we would always advise that you contact your airline in advance before travelling with cremated remains. While most airlines such as British Airways and EasyJet state they will accept cremated remains there is always the possibility that someone at the airport, such as airport security, will not be so sure. It is always useful to have a printed email or letter from the airline so you can quickly show it as evidence just in case.
*Please contact us with your specific requirements for a more accurate quote; final cost may differ depending on what country we are shipping to
