Transportation of Remains or Ashes from Belgium to Poland

Belgium has become home to approximately 100,000 Poles, and their number continues to grow. Unfortunately, the unexpected death of a loved one abroad involves numerous formalities and tremendous stress. Repatriating the body to Poland is a process that requires professional assistance. BONGO specializes in the transportation of remains and urns from Belgium to Poland. With years of experience, we take on all responsibilities, ensuring the dignity of the deceased and providing support to the family.

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 with ashes from Belgium to Poland includes:

Transport of remains from Belgium to Poland or transportation of an urn from Belgium to Poland. Road transport is carried out using modern hearses equipped with cooling devices. There is also the option 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.

Additional services:

Cremation in Belgium 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 (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 Belgium to Poland look like in Bongo?

The transportation of remains or ashes from Belgium 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 Belgium to Poland

The cost of transporting remains from Belgium to Poland is determined after obtaining basic information. The total cost of transporting remains or ashes from Belgium 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 transporting remains from Belgium to Poland or transporting an urn with ashes from Belgium 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 Belgium to Poland start from 10,500 PLN.

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

We make every effort to ensure that the family can say goodbye to their deceased loved one as quickly as possible and accompany them on their final journey.

The total duration of the service is usually around 6-9 working days from the date of obtaining the first document from Belgium. This is an estimated time, which may vary depending on various factors related to the specific circumstances.

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

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

Cremation of Remains in Belgium and Transport to Poland

At the request of the family, BONGO can arrange cremation in Belgium and prepare all necessary documents for the transportation of the urn from Belgium to Poland. We offer a wide selection of urns for ashes.

It is worth noting that the cost of cremation in Belgium and related services ranges between 1500-3500 EUR.

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 Belgium?

You need to decide whether to repatriate the remains to Poland or to organize a funeral ceremony in Belgium. If you plan to transport the remains from Belgium to Poland, you should contact a funeral company specializing in international transportation of remains to receive assistance and support in this process. After contacting our company, the only thing the family will need to focus on is providing emotional support for themselves and other family members during this difficult time, as all other complex procedures will be handled by our company.

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

The duration of the transport depends on the distance and road conditions, usually taking a few days. The total service time provided by our company is usually around 6-9 working days from the date of obtaining the first document from Belgium.

Is it possible to transport remains by air from Belgium 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 Belgium 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 Belgium to Poland start from 10 500 PLN.

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

First, you should contact a funeral company specializing in international transportation 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 Belgium?

Generally, standard travel insurance does not cover the costs associated with transporting remains from Belgium to Poland. Travel insurance typically covers situations of sudden illness, accidents, or other emergencies during travel, but it does not cover death or the costs related to the transportation of remains.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. Therefore, 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 the event of death abroad.

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

The costs of transporting remains from Belgium 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 Belgium to Poland?

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

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