Manejar una muerte en el extranjero mientras se está en duelo requiere atención cuidadosa a numerosas tareas críticas. Esta lista de verificación integral asegura que las familias no pierdan pasos esenciales durante el proceso de repatriación. Use esto como su guía para navegar los procedimientos complejos sistemáticamente mientras nuestro equipo de crisis proporciona apoyo profesional.
Contactos de Emergencia Realizados
Personal Effects Secured
Family Communication
Death Certificate Requirements Verify certified death certificate from local authorities includes all required information: full legal name, date/place of death, cause of death, and official seal.
Identity Verification Documents Gather deceased’s passport, driver’s license, social security card, and birth certificate (if available).
Authorization Documents Prepare notarized family authorization letters, power of attorney documents (if applicable), and relationship verification.
Insurance Documentation Collect all insurance policies, policy numbers, and contact information for claims processing.
Medical Documentation Obtain medical records, autopsy reports (if required), and physician statements from treating doctors.
Cremation Option Checklist:
Family consensus on cremation decision, Religious/cultural approval obtained, Local crematory identified and approved, Cremation authorization signed, Urn selection and shipping container chosen, Expedited shipping method selected, Receiving funeral home contacted.
Timeline: 3-7 days typical processing
Cost Range: $2,000-8,000 total including cremation and shipping
Intact Body Repatriation Checklist:
Known Shipper funeral director identified, Embalming and preparation completed, Casket selection and specifications confirmed, Airline reservations and routing confirmed, Consular approvals obtained, Transit permits acquired, Family representative travel arranged.
Timeline: 5-14 days typical processing
Cost Range: $8,000-25,000+ depending on destination
Immediate Financial Tasks:
Expense Categories to Track:
Christian Services:
Jewish Services:
Islamic Services:
Other Religious Traditions:
Pre-Travel Preparation:
On-Ground Tasks:
Daily Communication Schedule:
Information to Track and Share:
Documentation Verification Confirm all required documents are complete, properly certified, translated if needed, and organized in proper sequence.
Transportation Confirmation Verify airline reservations, shipping arrangements, pickup/delivery times, and emergency contact information.
Financial Reconciliation Review all expenses, confirm insurance claims processing, document all payments made, and prepare final accounting.
Family Coordination Confirm funeral home arrangements at destination, verify family notification is complete, and coordinate arrival logistics.
Emergency Procedures Establish backup communication methods, identify alternative arrangements if needed, and confirm 24/7 support availability.
Documentation Problems:
Transportation Issues:
Financial Complications:
This checklist provides comprehensive coverage of repatriation tasks. Our crisis coordinators work through these items systematically with families, ensuring nothing is missed during this difficult time. Contact our emergency team at +1 (617) 306-2716 for immediate assistance with any item on this checklist.