Cremation in Switzerland for Ukrainians
Losing a loved one is always difficult. And when it happens abroad, in Switzerland, the pain is compounded by confusion: what to do, where to turn, how to properly arrange everything?
Vespera takes care of the organization completely—from the retrieval of the body to the delivery of the urn with ashes to your home in Ukraine.
How it works
After your call, we explain every step and agree on all the details. Then you sign the power of attorney remotely—via electronic services, without the need to travel to Switzerland.
We retrieve the body from the place of death, take care of the preparation—washing, dressing, placing in the coffin. We obtain a medical certificate, register the death, conduct cremation at the appropriate crematorium.
After cremation, we receive the urn and all documents, legalize them, prepare permits for transportation across the border, and deliver the ashes to you in Ukraine.
How much does it cost
The average cost of cremation in Switzerland for Ukrainian citizens is from 3,800 to 4,800 euros. This amount includes the transportation of the body within Switzerland, the conduct of cremation, the preparation of all documents, a standard urn, interaction with the consulate, and the delivery of ashes to Ukraine.
The final price depends on the region, the format of farewell, and additional family requests—for example, an individual urn, a religious service, or musical accompaniment. All of this is discussed in advance and documented before work begins. No unexpected expenses after signing agreements.
How long does cremation take
In standard cases, it takes from 5 to 7 days, taking into account the preparation of all documents. If the death is related to a traffic accident or a criminal investigation, the timelines may be longer—due to the need for forensic autopsy and obtaining relevant permits.
In which cities do we work
Vespera organizes cremations in all cities of Switzerland: Zurich, Geneva, Basel, Bern, Lausanne, Lucerne, St. Gallen, Lugano, Biel, Thun, Köniz, Winterthur, Fribourg, Schaffhausen, Olten, and hundreds of smaller cities.
Can you say goodbye before cremation
Yes. The family has the opportunity to conduct a farewell ceremony before cremation—in a special hall of the morgue or ritual room. This service is paid separately and is organized at your request.
If needed, you can dress the deceased—just provide us with clothing, or we can assist with the selection.
Transporting the urn with ashes to Ukraine
For the transportation of ashes across the border, we will prepare a complete set of documents: a medical certificate of death, a notarized certificate, a certificate of cremation, a permit from the sanitary-epidemiological service, a certificate of absence of foreign inclusions, and a consular document.
All formalities are our concern. You just wait at home.
Contact us
📞 +39 (334) 925 56 77 📞 +38 (098) 856 55 52
The loss of a loved one is always profound grief. When it happens far from home, the family faces additional challenges. We take care of all the organizational matters so that you can bury your loved one on your native land.
How does the process of repatriation of the body take place?
Gathering information - we clarify all the circumstances of death in the police, hospital, or prosecutor's office and organize the delivery of the body to our morgue in the country of stay.
Documentary support is a complete collection of necessary certificates, permits, and official approvals.
Preparation of the body — sanitary treatment, cosmetic styling, dressing, embalming (if
necessary).
The closure of the coffin is in accordance with international transport requirements.
Agreement with the Consulate of Ukraine and obtaining official permission for the transportation of the body.
Crossing the state border - we ensure seamless border crossing at any checkpoint in Ukraine.
Transportation to any city or settlement in Ukraine.
