Transportation of the Deceased from the USA to Ukraine
When a loved one passes away far from home — in the USA — the family finds themselves alone with grief and a multitude of unfamiliar questions. What should be done first? Who to turn to? How to bring the loved one back home?
Vespera takes this burden upon itself — completely.
We organize the repatriation of the body from the USA to Ukraine from the first call to the handover of the coffin to the family. You do not deal with documents, do not search for transport, do not clarify local procedures. We know every step of this journey and walk it together with you.
We do everything from start to finish:
We take on the entire process - from the first call to the moment when the loved one returns home to Ukraine.
Everything that seems difficult, we make ordinary.
Everything that scares - we turn into confidence and peace.
We obtain a death certificate in the USA.
We communicate with hospitals, police, municipalities - quickly, officially, without delays.
The family does not need to search for anything or translate - we will do everything.
We do 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 the USA to Ukraine.
We obtain the permit for body export.
We know all the procedures stipulated by local legislation and arrange the official permit 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 - everything is done delicately and professionally.
This is not just a ritual - it is respect for the memory of the deceased.
We carry out the transportation of the body from the USA to Ukraine.
Our specialized hearses are equipped with refrigerated compartments and meet all sanitary standards.
We carry out the transportation of the deceased from the USA to Ukraine to any region - to big cities or small villages.
We explain every step of the process of transporting the deceased from the USA, so that you feel confidence, not anxiety.
We leave no "later" - we do everything at once, dignifiedly, calmly.
What we do
Document acquisition. We get in touch with hospitals, police, and local authorities — officially and promptly. Death certificate, medical report, consular approvals — all of this we arrange for you.
Translations and legalization. Every local document is translated and certified according to the requirements for crossing the border.
Permit for body export. We obtain the official permission from health authorities for international transportation — without delays and bureaucratic difficulties.
Preparation of the body. Washing, dressing, cosmetics, and if necessary — embalming. Everything is done delicately, in certified establishments in the USA, following sanitary norms.
Transportation. A specialized ritual vehicle with a refrigerated compartment will deliver the 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 place. If desired, we assist with organizing the farewell.
How much does it cost in 2026?
The cost of repatriating a body from the USA to Ukraine in 2026 is from 1,200 to 1,900 euros. This amount includes a full set of documents, body preparation, coffin for international transportation, and delivery to the destination in Ukraine.
The price depends on the city in the USA where the death occurred and where the body needs to be delivered in Ukraine. Additional services - embalming, farewell ceremony - are agreed upon separately.
We provide the final price before starting the work. No hidden fees or surprises afterwards.
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 this take?
Usually, from obtaining all documents to delivering the body to Ukraine takes 24–48 hours. We operate around the clock.
Can you pick up the body from the USA by yourself?
No. For international repatriation, official documents, specialized transport, and permits from health authorities are required. This can only be carried out by a licensed funeral home.
What documents do you need to provide us to organize the transportation of the body from the USA to Ukraine?
First of all, you need to:
Sign a power of attorney;
Fill out a questionnaire with the details of the deceased person in the USA;
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.
Can you transport a deceased body across the border from the USA to Ukraine under martial law?
Yes, it is possible to transport the deceased body from the USA to Ukraine during martial law.
We arrange all necessary documents, coordinate border crossing and provide seamless transportation of the body from the USA to Ukraine - officially, without delays.
Contact us
Call immediately after receiving the news. We will advise you on what to do first and take care of the organization. Most procedures we carry out without your physical presence in the USA.
📞 +39 (334) 925 56 77
📞 +38 (098) 856 55 52
