Death in Cyprus: First Steps and Repatriation of the Deceased
A step-by-step guide for families: what to do in the first hours, which documents are issued in Cyprus, and how the repatriation of the deceased to the home country works. Reachable 24/7 across the island.
First 24 Hours
1. Immediate Steps
- Call emergency services (112)
- Contact your embassy or consulate in Nicosia to register the death. For the repatriation clearance itself we deal with the consulate on your behalf — you do not need to go there.
- Call us: +49 1511 7463888 / +357 97 888821 (available 24/7). We coordinate everything from this point forward.
- Do NOT move the body.
Documents
2. Documents You'll Need
- Death certificate
- Deceased's passport
- Medical report
- Police report
- Power of attorney
Preparation
3. Embalming & Preparation
- WHO-compliant embalming
- Zinc-sealed coffin
- Cremation is NOT available in Cyprus.
- We handle all preparation at licensed mortuary facilities across Cyprus.
Consulate
4. Consular Clearance for the Repatriation
- Which consulate you need depends on the destination country
- Consulates in Nicosia:
- Typical clearance time: 3-5 working days
- We handle all consular paperwork on your behalf.
Transport
5. Transport Options
- Air transport
- Land transport:
- We coordinate with all major airlines experienced in human remains transport.
Coverage
6. Coverage Across Cyprus
- South Cyprus:
- North Cyprus:
- 24/7 pickup
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