Transportation of the deceased from Italy to Ukraine

When a loved one departs to a better world far from home — in Italy — the family finds themselves grappling with grief and a multitude of unfamiliar questions. What should be done first? Who to turn to? How to bring the deceased back home?

Vespera takes this burden completely on itself.

We organize the repatriation of the body from Italy to Ukraine from the first call to the handover of the coffin to the family. You won't deal with documents, search for transport, or figure out local procedures. We know every step of this journey and will walk it alongside you.

We handle everything from start to finish:

We take care of the entire process - from the first call to the moment the loved one returns home to Ukraine.
Everything that seems complicated, we make familiar.
Everything that scares - we transform into confidence and calm.

• We obtain the death certificate in Italy.

We communicate with hospitals, police, and municipalities - quickly, officially, without delays.
The family does not need to search for anything or translate - we will handle everything.

• We perform translations and legalization of documents.

Every piece of paper is an important detail. We will take care of translating local documents into Ukrainian, notarizations, and consular permits for transporting the deceased from Italy to Ukraine.

• We obtain permission for the export of the body.

We know all the procedures outlined by local legislation and secure the official permission for transporting the deceased across the border - quickly and without unnecessary bureaucratic difficulties.

• We prepare the body with dignity.

Washing, dressing, embalming, cosmetics, placing in the coffin - all is performed delicately and professionally.
This is not just a ritual - it is a respect for the memory of the departed person.

• We carry out the transportation of the body from Italy to Ukraine.

Our specialized hearses are equipped with refrigerated compartments and meet all sanitary standards.
We carry out the transportation of the deceased from Italy to Ukraine to any region - to large cities or small villages.
We explain every step of the process of transporting the deceased from Italy, so that you feel not anxiety, but confidence.
We leave no "later" - we do everything at once, with dignity and calm.

What we do

Obtaining documents. We contact hospitals, police, and local authorities - officially and promptly. Death certificate, medical certificate, consular approvals - all of this we process on your behalf.

Translations and legalization. Every local document is translated and certified according to the requirements for crossing the border.

Permission for the export of the body. We obtain the official permission from the sanitary services for international transportation - without delays and bureaucratic difficulties.

Preparation of the body. Washing, dressing, cosmetics, if necessary - embalming. Everything is done delicately, in certified establishments in Italy, in compliance with sanitary norms.

Transportation. A specialized funeral vehicle with a refrigerated compartment will deliver your loved one to any city or village in Ukraine - Lviv, Kyiv, Odesa, Ternopil, Kharkiv, and more.

Handover to the family. We deliver the coffin to your home or an agreed location. If desired, we assist with organizing the farewell.

How much does it cost in 2026?

The cost of repatriating the body from Italy to Ukraine in 2026 is between 1,200 and 1,900 euros. This amount includes a full package of documents, body preparation, a coffin for international transport, and transportation to the destination in Ukraine.

The price depends on the city in Italy where the death occurred and where the body needs to be delivered in Ukraine. Additional services - embalming, farewell ceremony - are agreed separately.

We call the final price before starting work. No hidden payments and surprises afterwards.

If the deceased was insured - we will prepare all documents for the insurance company. In such cases, transportation can be completely free for the family.

How long does it take?

Usually, from obtaining all documents to delivering the body to Ukraine takes 24–48 hours. We work around the clock.

Can the body be picked up from Italy independently?

No. For international repatriation, official documents, specialized transport, and permits from sanitary services are required. This can only be done by a licensed funeral home.

What documents do we need to provide for organizing the transportation of the body from Italy to Ukraine?

First of all, you need to:

• Sign a power of attorney;

• Fill out a form with the details of the deceased person in Italy;

• Complete a statement to the Consulate;

• Provide copies of passports, birth certificates, marriage (divorce) certificates;

• Provide a certificate from the cemetery confirming the availability of a burial place in Ukraine.

  
  
  
  

Is it possible to transport the body during martial law?

Yes. We arrange all necessary documents and ensure border crossing - officially, without delays.

Is it possible to transport the body of the deceased across the border from Italy to Ukraine during martial law?

Yes, transporting the body of the deceased from Italy to Ukraine during martial law is possible.
We arrange all necessary documents, agree on crossing the border, and ensure continuous transportation of the body from Italy to Ukraine - officially, without delays.

Contact us

Call immediately after receiving the news. We will advise you on what to do first and take over the organization. Most procedures we carry out without your physical presence in Italy.

📞 +39 (334) 925 56 77

📞 +38 (098) 856 55 52