Transportation of Remains or Ashes from Greece to Poland

Greece is not only a favorite holiday destination but also a place where more and more Poles are settling permanently. Unfortunately, in the event of the unexpected death of a loved one abroad, bringing the body back to Poland can be a significant challenge. BONGO is one of the few companies specializing in the transportation of remains and urns from Greece to Poland. With extensive experience and knowledge of the procedures in both countries, we handle all formalities, ensuring peace and support for 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 ashes from Greece to Poland includes:

Transport of remains from Greece to Poland or transportation of an urn from Greece to Poland. The transportation of remains or an urn is carried out by air. Subsequently, road transport is provided using modern hearses equipped with cooling devices to the location specified by the family.
Obtaining the necessary documentation along with mandatory sworn translations.
Airport, 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 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 Greece to Poland look like in BONGO?

The transportation of remains or ashes from Greece 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 Greece to Poland

The cost of transporting remains from Greece to Poland is determined after obtaining basic information. The total cost of transporting remains or ashes from Greece depends on several factors, including 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 with a metal insert or urn
Air transport from Greece to Warsaw and road transport using a specialized funeral hearse equipped with a cooling unit

The service of transporting remains or ashes from Greece to Poland is primarily carried out by air.

The costs of transporting a body or ashes from Greece to Poland start from approximately 20,000 PLN.

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

We do everything in our power 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 6-8 working days from the date of obtaining the first document from Greece. This is an estimated time, which may vary depending on various factors related to the specific circumstances.

The transportation time for remains from Greece 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 Greece.

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

Cremation of Remains in Greece and Transport to Poland

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

We recommend transporting the body to Poland and conducting 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 Greece?

You need to decide whether to organize a funeral ceremony in Greece or to transport the remains/ashes to Poland. In the case of transporting remains/ashes from Greece to Poland, it is recommended to contact a funeral company specializing in international transportation of remains to receive necessary assistance and support. After contacting our company, the family can focus on mutual emotional support, as all complex procedures will be handled by us.

How long does it take to transport remains/ashes from Greece to Poland?

The total service time provided by our company is typically around 6-8 working days from the date of obtaining the first document in Greece.

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

Yes, it is possible to transport remains/ashes 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 Greece to Poland?

The costs of transporting remains/ashes depend on several factors, such as distance, type of transport, and additional services. The costs of transporting a body or ashes from Greece to Poland start from 20,000 PLN.

What should I do if I want to arrange the transport of remains/ashes from Greece 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.

s 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 Greece?

Travel insurance usually covers situations of sudden illness, accidents, or other emergencies during travel, including the coverage of repatriation costs for an urn or casket to Poland. 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 Greece?

The costs of transporting remains from Greece 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 Greece to Poland?

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

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