Funeral repatriation route guide
Repatriation from Jordan to Kuwait
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Repatriation from Jordan to Kuwait: what to expect
Jordanian nationals have historically been one of Kuwait's largest Arab worker communities, with significant numbers in Kuwait City working in professional and service roles. Kuwait and Jordan have close bilateral ties within the Arab world. Arabic is the working language on both sides, simplifying documentation requirements. The Kuwait Embassy in Amman handles document attestation.
- Key document: Jordanian death certificate (shihada al wafat, in Arabic) with certified English translation
- Documentation takes 5-14 days. Police report required for unexpected deaths.
- British Embassy in Amman registers the death and advises. They cannot fund repatriation.
- Kuwait Embassy in Amman can advise on documentation. They cannot fund repatriation.
In Kuwait
When the body arrives in Kuwait
The Kuwaiti funeral home or government mortuary takes custody at Kuwait International Airport (KWI). Kuwait Ministry of Health clearance is required before the remains can be received. All documents must be attested by the Kuwaiti Embassy in the country of origin. (Kuwait Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 2025.)
Consular support
Kuwait Embassy in Amman handles attestation of repatriation documents. Contact the Kuwait Embassy in Jordan for document authentication requirements. Kuwait Ministry of Foreign Affairs coordinates with the receiving authorities.
The process
What happens after a death in Jordan
Contact police (911) or ambulance (912). Unexpected deaths require police attendance. Death registered with the Civil Status Department (dairat al ahwal al madaniya). The death certificate (shihada al wafat) is issued in Arabic and requires certified English translation.
Step by step
Timeline: Jordan to Kuwait
Immediate steps after death
Day of death. Call +44 (0)20 7008 5000 (FCDO) or contact Kuwait Embassy in origin country.
Family or travel insurer
Death registered with Civil Status Department. Shihada al wafat issued.
Certificate in Arabic. Certified English translation required.
Local funeral director and Civil Status Department
Kuwait Embassy in Amman notified
Simultaneous with Step 1. Embassy provides a list of local funeral directors.
Family or repatriation specialist
Embalming and preparation
After police and civil registration release the body.
Licensed local funeral director
Certified English translation and all export permits obtained
Allow 5-14 days.
Local funeral director and authorities
Air cargo from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to London Heathrow (LHR)
Once all documentation complete. Royal Jordanian and British Airways serve AMM-LHR.
Repatriation specialist and airline cargo
Kuwait funeral director takes custody. receiving funeral director coordinates with local authorities.
Within 24 hours of arrival.
Receiving funeral director
Common questions
FAQs: repatriation from Jordan to Kuwait
In a straightforward case, repatriation from Jordan to Kuwait takes 7-21 days. The fastest cases complete in 7-10 days. Complex cases involving a police investigation can take 4-8 weeks.
The core documents are: shihada al wafat (Jordanian death certificate) with certified English translation, embalming certificate, freedom from infection certificate, police report (if required), and passport of the deceased.
The Kuwait Embassy in Amman can assist with document authentication and advise on repatriation requirements. They cannot pay for or arrange repatriation. Contact the Kuwait Embassy in Amman as soon as possible after the death.
Notify a UK repatriation specialist and the contact Kuwait Embassy in origin country (+44 (0)20 7008 5000) on the day of death. Do not instruct a local funeral director independently before engaging a specialist.
The Kuwaiti funeral home takes custody at Kuwait International (KWI). Kuwait Ministry of Health clearance is required in advance. All documents must be attested by the Kuwait Embassy in the origin country. The family or sponsor in Kuwait coordinates with the receiving mortuary.
Cremation in Jordan is not widely available given the predominantly Muslim population. Most repatriations from Jordan are full body repatriations. Contact us to discuss the options specific to your situation.
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Reviewed by the Repatriate Service editorial team. Information sourced from UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) guidance, official embassy contacts, and professional repatriation experience. Updated June 2026.
Sources: FCDO gov.uk · Jordan repatriation guide · Frequently asked questions