🇩🇪 Funeral Repatriation to Germany
Professional repatriation from Cyprus to Germany — Berlin, Munich, Frankfurt, Hamburg. All documents, embalming, transport and local handover included. From €2100.
Repatriation to Germany from Cyprus: Country-Specific Details
German Embassy in Nicosia
The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany is located at 10 Nikitara Street, 1080 Nicosia. Tel: +357 22 45 11 45. The consular section assists with death certification and document legalization. We coordinate directly with the embassy to obtain the necessary consular clearance, so your family does not need to handle any bureaucratic steps.
Flight Routes to Germany
Direct cargo flights operate regularly from Larnaca (LCA) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA), which serves as the primary hub for onward distribution across Germany. Routes to Munich (MUC), Dusseldorf (DUS), Berlin (BER), and Hamburg (HAM) are available through Lufthansa Cargo and Eurowings. From the destination airport, our German partner funeral home arranges ground transport to any city or town nationwide.
German Funeral Law (Bestattungsgesetz)
German funeral law varies by federal state (Bundesland), but all states require burial or cremation within a specific timeframe after arrival. The process of international body transport is called "Uberfuhrung" in German. We ensure that all Cyprus-issued documents -- death certificate with Apostille, embalming certificate, and zinc coffin sealing protocol -- meet the requirements of German authorities and the receiving Bestattungsinstitut (funeral home). This ensures no delays upon arrival.
Timeline and Process
Repatriation to Germany typically takes 4-6 working days for cremation with urn transport, and 7-10 days for coffin repatriation. As both Cyprus and Germany are EU member states, customs procedures are simplified compared to non-EU destinations. However, the zinc coffin and IATA-compliant sealing requirements still apply for air cargo transport of human remains.
Prices
| Service | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cremation + Urn | from €2100 | 5–7 days |
| Coffin + Embalming (WHO) | from €3500 | 7–10 days |
| Express — Coffin + Embalming | from €4550 | 3–5 days |
What's included
We collect the deceased from hospital/home in Cyprus and bring them to our preparation rooms.
WHO-compliant embalming or cremation according to your wishes and local requirements.
Death certificate (with Apostille), mortuary passport, consular clearance from the Germany embassy in Nicosia, customs papers.
Hermetically sealed zinc coffin (IATA mandatory) + outer wooden coffin. Or zinc urn for cremation.
Cargo flight from Larnaca (LCA) to Germany. We book and coordinate everything.
Our partner in Germany collects the coffin/urn at the airport, handles customs and delivers to your family.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cremation + Urn from €2100, Coffin + Embalming from €3500. All documents and transport included. Final price depends on specific city and requirements.
Typically 7–10 days for coffin transport, 5–7 days for cremation. Express service available (3–5 days).
We handle all documents: death certificate, apostille, mortuary passport, consular clearance, health certificate, and flight permit. You don't need to visit any office.
We work with all major airlines that operate cargo from Larnaca. The specific airline depends on the destination city and schedule. We find the fastest and most reliable option.
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