Question 1

"How long does repatriation from Mumbai take?"

Accepted Answer

"Repatriation from Mumbai, India typically takes 4-6 weeks in a straightforward case. The process follows standard India procedure: local funeral director handles embalming and documentation, cargo departs from BOM airport. Complex cases involving post-mortem can take 8-16 weeks or longer."

Question 2

"How much does repatriation from Mumbai cost?"

Accepted Answer

"Repatriation from Mumbai typically costs GBP 4,000-10,000, covering local funeral director fees, embalming, zinc-lined coffin, documentation, air freight from BOM, and UK reception. This is consistent with the overall cost range for repatriation from India."

Question 3

"Which airport does repatriation cargo fly from in Mumbai?"

Accepted Answer

"Repatriation cargo from Mumbai typically departs from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (BOM). Cargo is transported as human remains on full-service commercial airlines. Budget carriers such as Ryanair and easyJet do not carry human remains."

Question 4

"What documents are needed for repatriation from Mumbai?"

Accepted Answer

"The required documents for repatriation from Mumbai include: local death certificate, embalming certificate, freedom from infection certificate, passport of the deceased, and airline cargo documentation. The local funeral director in Mumbai will obtain most of these on the family's behalf. Documentation typically takes 14-30 days minimum. Often 4-6 weeks.."

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