Cremation and ashes transport

Cremation in Saint Lucia and bringing ashes home

For some families, arranging cremation locally and carrying ashes home is the right choice, and it can be quicker than full repatriation. This page sets out what Saint Lucia requires, and what to check before you decide.

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Cremation in Saint Lucia

Can you cremate someone in Saint Lucia?

Cremation arrangements in Saint Lucia depend on local facilities and on whether an investigation is open. Contact us and we will confirm the current position before you make any decision.

Weighing cremation abroad against bringing your loved one home intact? How families decide between the two.

Documentation language

English. English is the official language. Documentation is in English. No translation required.

Airline guidance

Can you carry ashes on the flight home?

Routing out of Saint Lucia: Hewanorra (UVF) via Barbados (BGI) to London Gatwick (British Airways); Hewanorra (UVF) via Antigua (ANU) to London; Hewanorra (UVF) via Miami to London

Departure airports: Hewanorra International Airport (UVF), Vieux Fort

Carriers serving the UK: British Airways (via Barbados); Virgin Atlantic (via Barbados); LIAT; Caribbean Airlines

Airline rules that apply on any route.

What affects the cost from Saint Lucia

We do not publish a figure, because it turns on the specifics of the case. For Saint Lucia the things that move it are:

Distance from where the death happened to the nearest crematorium
Whether an investigation must conclude before release
Translation, since documentation is in English
Routing home. Hewanorra (UVF) via Barbados (BGI) to London Gatwick (British Airways); Hewanorra (UVF) via Antigua (ANU) to London; Hewanorra (UVF) via Miami to London
Whether you carry the ashes yourself or need them shipped

Considering full repatriation instead?

Some families decide they want their loved one brought home intact. The full Saint Lucia guide sets out that process.

Full repatriation guide for Saint Lucia

First steps guide

What to do if someone dies in Saint Lucia

The step-by-step first response guide covers the first 24 hours in Saint Lucia.

Sources: FCDO: death abroad · FCDO travel advice · Repatriation from Saint Lucia

Talk to us about cremation in Saint Lucia

We can advise on whether cremation abroad is the right choice for your family. Tell us what has happened and we will take it from there.