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Full-Service Human Remains International Transport
When you are facing the loss of a family member, your focus should remain on honoring their memory. International Remains Shipping provides full-service remains repatriation, handling the intricate details of transportation and legal compliance. You can rely on our experience, our professionalism and our commitment to making the repatriation process for families as simple and supportive as possible.
Complete Repatriation Assistance
Our services are designed to address the most important questions you have about how to repatriate a loved one and how to ship remains home. You can rely on us for:
- Logistics coordination: We arrange all transportation on your behalf, including airline bookings, ground transfers and coordination with the receiving funeral home. Every option available will be explained.
- Documentation completion and obtaining embassy/consulate approval: Our team handles consulate and embassy coordination for remains, communicating with officials in the country of death to expedite the release and transport of your loved one. All required remains repatriation documentation, permits, and death certificates are filed for you.
- Regulatory compliance: We lead every case in accordance with state, federal and international laws. Our team stays current on all requirements, including health and safety standards, to protect your family from delays or complications.
Our Repatriation and Shipping Services
International Remains Shipping provides full-service coordination for human remains shipping across several specialized service areas.
- Domestic remains shipping services: Moving the remains of a loved one within the United States involves specific state-to-state regulations. Our team arranges all domestic flights, ground transfers and required documentation to ensure a respectful and timely arrival.
- International remains shipping services: Cross-border transportation of remains requires expertise with customs, airline policies and specialized containers or urns. Our coordinators manage these details with precision, ensuring your loved one’s passage meets all international standards.
- Cremation services: Cremation services are often chosen by families, and our company offers cremation services. We also provide guidance on required authorizations and clear communication throughout the process.
- Cremated remains shipping services: Shipping ashes requires specialized packaging, carrier approvals and adherence to postal and airline regulations. Our team manages these steps to transport remains safely and securely.
INTERNATIONAL REMAINS SHIPPING, INC
Is a professional and knowledgeable extension of the families to work closely with partner funeral homes to meet shipping needs.
We have representatives in cities throughout the US, Canada, Mexico and all over the world.
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A Trusted Partner for Funeral Homes and Hospice Centers
Funeral homes and hospice centers play an essential role in supporting families through compassionate service. International Remains Shipping builds partnerships to offer remains shipping services for families in your care.
A Seamless Funeral Home Coordination Service
Funeral homes can join our partner network to expand their service capabilities and offer a complete repatriation solution. Our funeral home coordination service handles the logistics, documentation and transportation, allowing your staff to focus on the care you provide. With our services, you can:
- Expand your service area: Support families globally by leveraging our established international network.
- Reduce your administrative load: Offload the complex paperwork, consular calls and travel logistics to our expert team.
- Ensure a consistent family experience: Uphold your reputation with our professional, transparent and compassionate handling of every case.
A Referral Network for Hospice Centers
Hospice centers often serve as the first point of support when a loved one passes. We provide compassionate referral resources and support that you can trust and offer families at the point of need. Benefits for hospice centers and healthcare facilities include:
- Provide families with immediate support: Refer your families to our dedicated customer support team to ensure they receive compassionate care quickly.
- Ensure continuity of care: Transition families seamlessly from your facility to our specialized logistical care, preventing any gaps in service.
- Equip your staff with resources: Provide your team with the information they need to answer initial questions and guide families confidently.
WE OFFER PEACE OF MIND
How We Bring Remains Home
Understanding the steps beforehand can provide a sense of control during an emotional time. Our approach is simple, clear and designed to keep families informed. We offer:
A comprehensive discussion
Our dedicated coordinator will connect with you to gather the necessary details.
Arrangement and planning
A comprehensive plan outlines every step, including clear guidance on how to arrange repatriation, what documentation you will need and how much the service will cost.
Coordination and transport
Our team executes the finalized plan, managing all transportation, paperwork and communication on your behalf.
Confirmation of arrival
A final notification confirms your loved one has arrived safely at their destination and the transfer is complete.
Get Expert Remains Shipping and Repatriation Support
If you are looking to bring a loved one home, International Remains Shipping is ready to help. Contact us online now to speak with a repatriation coordinator for families or call us at (561) 228-1161 to learn more about our services.
Our team also supports funeral homes and hospice centers. Sign up online to join our global network of trusted funeral homes. Hospice centers can reach out today to discuss repatriation partnerships.
CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS
Alita2026-03-04Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you Aruan for making this difficult time such an easy process getting our loved one home. The customer service exceeded our expectations how they were able to stay in communication with both funeral directors here in Texas & San Miguel de Allende. Kimani Lee2026-03-02Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Christina Perez and her team are exceptional! I highly recommend this company if you are looking to ship remains smoothly, stress free, and with care. Robert McNulty2026-01-15Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. International Remains Shipping was a pleasure to work with, easy fast service for out of country transportation. Looking forward to working with them in the future! Robert F. Prostek2025-12-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had the opportunity to work with this company. They were very easy to work with, had great communication, and are very well educated in what they do. Would recommend them to help anyone in their time of need, as they can accomplish what you need to them to do. Jim Ferris2025-12-27Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. International Remains Shipping was a godsend. It would have taken me days to navigate the bureaucracy if I could have at all. Madison was great. She walked me through the process and was responsive to my questions. Although I doubt I'll ever have the need to use them again, if it does arise, they'll be my first call. Highly recommend. Bill Cluver2025-12-22Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My mom passed away in the Dominican Republic and I was fortunate enough to come across IRS to help repatriate her back to the US for burial. I had no idea what to do. In the most troubling of times they assured me that they would handle everything. And, they did! After our initial call I didn’t need to worry about anything. We had the good fortune to work with Christina and Annette. Their professionalism and empathy along with that of their providers both in the DR and in the US, were top tier. If you find yourself in the unfortunate need of this type of service, don’t hesitate to call them or search elsewhere. They made the most troubling of times so much easier in every regard. Mariana Corona2025-12-18Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nuestra experiencia trabajando con International Remains ha sido muy buena en todos los procesos que hemos realizado juntos. La colaboración con Aruan siempre ha sido directa y constante, mostrando en todo momento compromiso, responsabilidad y un gran conocimiento del área. Su forma de trabajar transmite tranquilidad en gestiones que requieren mucho cuidado y sensibilidad, asegurando que todo se lleve a cabo de manera ordenada y respetuosa. La comunicación es clara y continua, lo que facilita la coordinación y genera confianza tanto en nuestro equipo como en las familias que acompañamos. Agradecemos mucho su disposición y la buena relación de trabajo que hemos construido, la cual ha sido clave para lograr resultados positivos. Daysel Cruz2025-12-18Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nuestra experiencia de colaboración con international Remains, en los diversos procesos que hemos llevado acabo, ha sido siempre altamente positiva. Trabajamos muy seguido de la mano de Aruan demostrándonos siempre un firme compromiso con cada caso, actuando con responsabilidad, dedicación y un profundo conocimiento del sector, cualidades esenciales en gestiones que requieren sensibilidad y precisión, asegurando que todo el proceso se desarrolle de manera ordenada y respetuosa. La comunicación es constante, clara y eficaz, lo que facilita la coordinación y genera confianza tanto en nuestro equipo como en las familias a las que acompañamos, muy agradecidos con él y su disponibilidad a atendernos y trabajar juntos. Mark E. Fisher2025-12-18Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. International Remains Shipping is the greatest to work with. They are detail oriented and definitely keeps everyone in the loop with logistics. Their team is on top of every detail making our job a lot easier. I would recommend them to anyone shipping a human remains anywhere on the globe.Google rating score: 4.9 of 5, based on 108 reviews
