Transportation of the deceased from Sweden to Ukraine

When a loved one passes away far from home — in Sweden — the family is left to face both grief and a multitude of unfamiliar questions. What should be done first? Who should be contacted? How to bring the loved one home?

Vespera takes this burden upon itself — completely.

We organize the repatriation of the body from Sweden to Ukraine from the first call to the handover of the coffin to the family. You do not have to deal with paperwork, search for transportation, or clarify local procedures. We know every step of this journey and accompany you through it.

We do everything from start to finish:

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

• We obtain the death certificate in Sweden.

We communicate with hospitals, police, and the municipality — quickly, officially, without delays.
The family does not need to search for anything or translate — we will do everything.

• We handle translations and legalization of documents.

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

• We obtain permission to export the body.

We know all the procedures stipulated by local legislation and prepare the official permit for the transportation of the deceased across the border — quickly and without unnecessary bureaucratic difficulties.

• We prepare the body with dignity.

Washing, dressing, embalming, cosmetics, casket placement - everything is done delicately and professionally.
This is not just a ritual - it is a respect for the memory of the deceased.

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

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

What we do

Obtaining documents. We contact hospitals, police, and local administration — officially and promptly. Death certificate, medical certificate, consular approvals — we handle all of this for you.

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

Permission to export the body. We obtain the official permit from health authorities for international transport — without delays and bureaucratic difficulties.

Body preparation. Washing, dressing, cosmetics, and if needed — embalming. Everything is executed delicately, in certified establishments in Sweden, complying with sanitary norms.

Transportation. A specialized funeral vehicle with a refrigeration 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 home or to an agreed location. If desired, we assist with organizing a farewell.

How much does it cost in 2026?

The cost of repatriation of the body from Sweden to Ukraine in 2026 is from €1,200 to €1,900. This amount includes a complete set of documents, body preparation, a coffin for international transport, and transportation to the destination in Ukraine.

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

We specify the final price before starting work. No hidden fees and surprises afterward.

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

How long does it take?

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

Can the body be picked up independently from Sweden?

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

What documents do you need to provide us to organize the transportation of the body from Sweden to Ukraine?

First of all, you need to:

• Sign a power of attorney;

• Fill out a questionnaire with the details of the deceased in Sweden;

• Complete a statement to the Consulate;

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

• Provide a certificate from the cemetery about the availability of burial space in Ukraine.

  
  
  
  

Can a body be transported during martial law?

Yes. We prepare all necessary documents and ensure border crossing — officially, without delays.

Can the body of the deceased be transported across the border from Sweden to Ukraine under martial law conditions?

Yes, the transportation of the deceased from Sweden to Ukraine during martial law is allowed.
We prepare all necessary documents, coordinate border crossing, and ensure continuous transportation of the body from Sweden to Ukraine — officially, without delays.

Contact us

Call immediately after receiving the news. We will advise you on what to do first, and we will take care of the organization. Most procedures are carried out without your physical presence in Sweden.

📞 +39 (334) 925 56 77

📞 +38 (098) 856 55 52