Question 1

How long does repatriation from Rome take?

Accepted Answer

Repatriation from Rome, Italy typically takes 10-21 days in a straightforward case. The process follows standard Italy procedure: local funeral director handles embalming and documentation, cargo departs from FCO airport. Complex cases involving post-mortem can take 4-8 weeks.

Question 2

Who do I contact first when someone dies in Rome?

Accepted Answer

When someone dies in Rome, contact a specialist repatriation company and the embassy or consulate of the person's own country as soon as possible. The specialist will coordinate with a licensed local funeral director in Rome and notify the relevant local authorities. Avoid instructing a local funeral director directly before engaging a specialist, as this can complicate documentation.

Question 3

Which airport does repatriation cargo fly from in Rome?

Accepted Answer

Repatriation cargo from Rome typically departs from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino (FCO). 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 Rome?

Accepted Answer

The required documents for repatriation from Rome include: local death certificate, embalming certificate, freedom from infection certificate, passport of the deceased, and airline cargo documentation. The local funeral director in Rome will obtain most of these on the family's behalf. Documentation typically takes 5-14 days for full documentation.

Local funeral director	Set by the firm handling the case in Rome
Air freight from FCO	Turns on routing and how often flights go
Investigation	A post-mortem or inquest adds mortuary time
Reception at home	Depends on the receiving funeral home

Repatriation from Rome, Italy

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Local considerations in Rome

Hospitals and forensic services in Rome

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Repatriation from Rome: how it works

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