Transport of Remains or Ashes from Germany to Poland

The close proximity of Poland and Germany, along with strong socio-economic ties, means that approximately 1,500,000 Poles live and work in Germany. Families of Poles who have passed away in Germany often face the challenge of transporting remains from Germany to Poland to bury their loved ones in their hometown. The process of transporting remains from Germany involves completing a series of necessary formalities both in Germany (complying with the regulations of individual states) and in Poland.

What does the service include? How does the transport look like? Transport cost How long does the repatriation take? Required documents Cremation Questions

The service of transporting remains or ashes from Germany to Poland includes:

Transportation of remains from Germany to Poland or transportation of the urn from Germany to Poland. The road transport is carried out by modern hearses equipped with cooling devices. There is also the option of transporting remains or an urn by air.
Obtaining the necessary documentation, including mandatory certified translations.
Health, customs, and consular clearances.
A specialized casket with a metal insert or an urn for international transport that meets the sanitary and legal requirements.
Transportation of remains or an urn from Germany to Poland, specifically to the city indicated in the application.

Additional Services:

Cremation in Germany with transportation of the urn to Poland or cremation in Poland.
Dressing and preparation of the body for transport, if the condition of the body allows it (we provide clothing for the deceased and other funeral accessories and religious items according to the family’s wishes).
Storage of the body or urn until the funeral.
Assistance in obtaining financial support.

How Does the Transport of Remains or Ashes from Germany to Poland Look in BONGO?

The transport of remains or ashes from Germany to Poland with our company is carried out in the following steps:

Call our 24/7 phone number +48 22 831 00 36 or send us an email at biuro@bongo.com.pl
You can also visit us at our office at Solec 5 in Łódź or Etiudy Rewolucyjnej 48 in Warsaw.

Cost estimation:

We collect the necessary information. We will ask for the full name of the deceased, the location of the body, and other details necessary to estimate the costs associated with the transport of remains or ashes.

Filling out applications:

After accepting the costs, we will ask you to complete the necessary authorizations and applications, which will allow us to efficiently handle all formalities and transport the remains or ashes to the country.
In most cases, we will require scans of the authorizations, but due to the specificity of certain offices in England, we may also require the originals of these documents. (The necessary applications, permits, and authorizations can be found in the Documents section).

Signing the contract:

We will assign a case manager who will remain in constant contact with you and answer all your questions.
We will sign a contract specifying the scope of our services and confirming your commitment to cover the costs of the case.

Execution:

We will contact the hospital or the place where the body is located to obtain the necessary documentation.
We will obtain the death certificate and other legally required documents permitting the transport.
We will prepare a specialized casket with a metal insert, clothing for the deceased, as well as funeral accessories or an urn that meets your expectations.
We will confirm the pickup date of the body or urn with ashes.
We will carry out the consular clearance at the consulate.
We will transport the remains or urn with ashes to the designated city in Poland.
We will keep you informed of every action taken (via SMS/email/phone).
Upon request, we will assist in organizing the funeral ceremony in Poland.

Cost of Transporting Remains from Germany to Poland

The total cost of transporting remains or ashes of a deceased person from Germany depends on several factors, including the type of casket or urn, the location from which the transport is carried out, and local costs such as fees for storage, cremation, hospital fees, official stamp duties, etc. Therefore, each service related to the transportation of remains from Germany is priced individually after determining all the necessary details regarding the specific situation.

The price includes:

Legal assistance
Power of attorney
A solid wood casket with a metal insert or an urn
Transport by a specialized funeral hearse equipped with a cooling unit in the compartment where the casket or urn is placed.

The service of transporting remains from Germany to Poland or transporting an urn with ashes from Germany to Poland is usually carried out by road. However, there is also the possibility of transporting the deceased or their ashes by air. Regardless of the form of transport, we make every effort to guarantee the highest quality and a reliable pricing of services.

The cost of transporting a body or ashes from Germany to Poland starts from 7,500 PLN.

How Long Does it Take to Transport Remains or Ashes from Germany to Poland?

We place great importance on ensuring that the transport of the deceased is carried out without unnecessary delays. We do everything in our power to allow the family to say goodbye to the deceased as quickly as possible and to accompany them on their final journey.

The total service time is usually around 5-8 working days from the day the first document from Germany (Todesbescheinigung) is obtained. This is an estimated time frame, which may vary depending on several factors related to the specific circumstances.

Transporting remains from Germany to Poland usually takes the same amount of time as transporting ashes in an urn. However, if you decide to transport an urn with ashes, this time frame may be extended depending on the cremation schedule in Germany.

How Long Does it Take to Transport Remains or Ashes from Germany to Poland?

Cremation of Remains in Germany and Transport to Poland

At the request of the family, BONGO can organize cremation in Germany and prepare all the necessary documents for transporting the urn from Germany to Poland. We offer a wide range of urns for ashes.

The cost of cremation in Germany can range from 2,000 to 3,000 EUR.

The cost of cremation in Poland may vary depending on the location, type of funeral services, and selected additional options. It is worth noting that the cost of cremation in Germany is significantly higher than in Poland, which is why we recommend transporting the body to Poland and conducting the cremation in our country.

Questions and answers

What should I do if a family member passed away in Germany?

You need to decide whether to transport the remains to Poland or to organize the funeral ceremony in Germany. If you plan to transport the remains from Germany to Poland, it is recommended to contact a funeral company specializing in international transportation of remains to obtain necessary assistance and support during this process. Once you contact our company, the only responsibility for the family will be to provide emotional support for themselves and other family members, as we will handle all the complex procedures.

How long does it take to transport remains from Germany to Poland?

The transport time depends on the distance and road conditions and usually takes a few days. The total duration of the service provided by our company is generally around 5-8 working days from the day of obtaining the first document from Germany.

Is it possible to transport remains by air from Germany to Poland?

Yes, it is possible to transport remains by air. However, this involves additional formalities and costs.

What are the costs associated with transporting remains from Germany to Poland?

The cost of transporting remains depends on various factors, such as distance, type of transport, and additional services. The cost of transporting a body or ashes from Germany to Poland starts at 7,500 PLN.

What should I do if I want to organize the transport of remains from Germany to Poland?

First, you should contact a funeral company specializing in international transportation of remains and arrange the transport details.

Is it possible to organize a funeral ceremony immediately after the remains are delivered to Poland?

Yes, it is possible to organize a funeral ceremony immediately after the remains arrive in Poland, depending on the family’s individual preferences.

Does travel insurance cover the transport of remains from Germany?

Usually, standard travel insurance does not cover the costs associated with transporting remains from Germany to Poland. Travel insurance typically covers sudden illnesses, accidents, or other unexpected events that may occur during the trip but does not include death or the costs related to the transport of remains.However, there are specialized insurance policies, such as assistance insurance, that may cover the costs of transporting remains to the home country in the event of death abroad. It is advisable to review the terms of your travel insurance or contact the insurer to get precise information about whether a particular type of insurance covers the transport of remains in case of death abroad.

Who is responsible for covering the cost of transporting remains from Germany?

The cost of transporting remains from Germany to Poland is usually covered by the deceased’s immediate family or other interested parties, such as an insurer, employer (if the death occurred while performing work duties), or other individuals who express a willingness to cover the transportation costs. The ultimate financial responsibility depends on the specific arrangements and circumstances of each case.

Do we transport urns with ashes from Germany to Poland?

Yes, our company transports both urns with ashes and caskets with the deceased’s body from all over Germany to Poland.

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