Transportation of Remains or Ashes from Austria to Poland

Austria is a country to which Poles migrate both for work and tourism. Unfortunately, in the event of an unexpected death of a loved one abroad, repatriating the remains to Poland can be a complicated and stressful process. BONGO specializes in transporting remains and urns from Austria to Poland. With years of experience and in-depth knowledge of the regulations in both countries, we handle all the formalities, providing the family with full support and peace of mind during this difficult time.

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 an urn from Austria to Poland includes:

Transport of remains from Austria to Poland or transportation of an urn from Austria to Poland. Road transport is carried out using modern hearses equipped with cooling devices. There is also the possibility of transporting remains or an urn by air.
Obtaining the necessary documentation along with mandatory sworn translations.
Sanitary, customs, and consular clearances.
A specialized casket with a metal insert or an urn for international transport that meets the requirements of applicable sanitary and legal regulations.
Transportation of remains or ashes to Poland, specifically to the city indicated in the application.

Additional services:

Cremation in Austria along with the transportation of the urn to Poland or cremation in Poland.
Dressing and preparing the body before transport, if the condition of the body allows it (according to your wishes, we provide clothing for the deceased as well as other funeral accessories and religious items).
Storage of the body or urn until the funeral.

How does the transportation of remains or ashes from Austria to Poland look like in BONGO?

The transportation of remains or ashes from Austria to Poland in our company proceeds as follows:

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 Austria to Poland

The cost of transporting remains from Austria to Poland is determined after obtaining basic information. The total cost of transporting remains or ashes from Austria depends on several factors, including the type of casket or, in the case of cremation, the 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.

The price includes:

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

The service of repatriating remains from Austria to Poland or transporting an urn with ashes from Austria to Poland is usually carried out by road. There is also the possibility of transporting the body or ashes by air. Regardless of the form of transport, we make every effort to ensure the highest quality and reliable service pricing.

The costs of transporting a body or ashes from Austria to Poland start from 7950 PLN.

How long does it take to repatriate remains or ashes from Austria to Poland?

We do everything in our power to ensure that the family can bid farewell to their loved one as quickly as possible and accompany them on their final journey.

The total duration of the service is usually about 5-8 working days from the receipt of the first document from Austria. This is an estimated time, which may vary depending on various factors related to the specific situation.

The transportation time for remains from Austria to Poland is generally the same as for transporting an urn with ashes. However, if you decide to transport an urn, the duration may be extended depending on the cremation schedule in Austria.

How long does it take to repatriate remains or ashes from Austria to Poland?

Cremation of Remains in Austria and Transport to Poland

At the request of the family, BONGO can arrange cremation in Austria and prepare all necessary documents for the transportation of the urn from Austria to Poland. We offer a wide selection of urns for ashes. It is important to note that the cost of cremation in Austria and the transport of the urn to Poland is higher than the transport of the body in a casket.

This is due to significantly higher fees for using Austrian crematoriums. We recommend transporting the body to Poland and carrying out the cremation in our country. Our company will assist in organizing the cremation in Poland.

Questions and answers

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

You need to decide whether to organize the funeral ceremony in Austria or to repatriate the remains to Poland. In the case of transporting remains from Austria to Poland, it is recommended to contact a funeral company specializing in international transport of remains to receive necessary assistance and support. Once you contact our company, the family can focus on mutual emotional support, as we will handle all the complicated procedures.

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

The duration of the transport depends on the distance and road conditions, typically taking a few days. The total service time provided by our company is usually about 5-8 working days from the date of obtaining the first document from Austria.

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

Yes, it is possible to transport remains by air. For more details, please contact our staff. Call our 24/7 phone number +48 22 831 00 36 or send us an email at biuro@bongo.com.pl.

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

The costs of transporting remains depend on several factors, such as distance, type of transport, and additional services. The costs of transporting a body or ashes from Austria to Poland start from 7950 PLN.

What should I do if I want to arrange the transport of remains from Austria to Poland?

First, you need to contact a funeral company specializing in international transport of remains and discuss the transport details. Our staff will answer all your questions. Call our 24/7 phone number +48 22 831 00 36 or send us an email at biuro@bongo.com.pl.

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 right after the remains arrive in Poland, depending on the family’s individual preferences.

Does travel insurance cover the cost of transporting remains from Austria?

Generally, standard travel insurance does not cover the costs associated with transporting remains from Austria to Poland. Travel insurance typically covers sudden illness, accidents, or other unexpected events during travel but does not cover death or related transportation costs. However, there are specialized insurance policies, such as assistance insurance, that may cover the costs of transporting remains to the home country after death abroad. It is advisable to review the terms of your travel insurance or consult the insurer to obtain accurate information and find out if the policy covers the transport of remains in case of death abroad.

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

The costs of transporting remains from Austria to Poland are usually covered by the deceased’s closest family members or other interested parties, such as the insurer, employer (if the death occurred while on duty), or other individuals willing to bear the cost of transportation. The final financial responsibility depends on the individual arrangements and circumstances of each specific case.

Do we transport urns with ashes from Austria to Poland?

Yes, our company transports both urns with ashes and caskets with the body of the deceased from all areas of Austria to Poland.

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