Transportation of the deceased from Germany

Transporting a deceased person's body from Germany to Ukraine is a process that requires legal precision, medical preparation, and, most importantly, a humane approach to the family during their time of grief. Charon Funeral Service handles all the organizational burden: from paperwork in Germany to coffin delivery to any city in Ukraine. We work around the clock so the family can focus on the farewell, not the bureaucracy.

What documents are needed to transport the deceased from Germany to Ukraine?

Transporting a deceased person's body is a strictly regulated procedure, requiring a full package of documents in accordance with German and Ukrainian law. The following documents are required for repatriation:

Death certificate (Todesbescheinigung) — issued by a doctor or hospital in Germany.
Permission to transport the body (Leichenpass) — issued by the local health authority (Gesundheitsamt).
Certificate of absence of infectious diseases — required for border crossings.
Notarized translation of documents into Ukrainian.
Permission from the Ukrainian consulate to import the body into the country.
Certificate of embalming and sealing of the coffin — required if the route passes through several countries.

These documents are processed in close cooperation with German medical, administrative, and consular authorities. Our team handles this entirely – the family does not need to personally visit any authorities or be present in Germany.

How is the body transported from Germany to Ukraine?

The process of transporting the bodies of the deceased requires following a sequence of actions:

Contact with relevant services:

Contact with German funeral services, morgue, law enforcement and sanitary authorities.

Documentation:

Obtaining all necessary permits and certificates.

Preparation of the body for transportation:

Embalming or preservation.
Placement of the body in a special airtight coffin with a zinc insert.

Transportation.
Customs control:

Passing checks at the borders of Germany and Ukraine.

Why choose "Charon"

We specialize in international transportation of deceased persons and navigate the nuances of German law on a daily basis, from the requirements of the State Register of Death (Gesundheitsamt) to the specifics of crossing multiple borders. The family does not need to travel to Germany: our team handles all matters remotely, using a power of attorney.

We understand the sensitivity of this moment, so we guarantee confidentiality, respect for the deceased's memory, and constant communication with the family at every stage—from the first phone call to the farewell in Ukraine.

Cost of transporting a body from Germany to Ukraine

The price of the service depends on:

Distances and routes:

The greater the distance to the destination city in Ukraine, the higher the cost of transportation.

Additional services:

Embalming.
Preparation of the body for burial.
Body reconstruction (if necessary).

Coffins and paraphernalia:

The cost of a coffin depends on the material and type of construction (a zinc liner is required for international shipping).
Additional funeral items also affect the total cost.

Charon offers affordable prices and transparent pricing. We're here to help make this difficult time a little less burdensome for you. Contact us for a free quote tailored to your specific needs.

Geography of transportation

We work throughout Germany: Berlin, Munich, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Düsseldorf and other cities. We deliver bodies to any city in Ukraine: Kyiv, Lviv, Kharkiv, Odessa, Dnipro, Vinnytsia and others.

By choosing Charon, you get a team that will provide professionalism, responsiveness, and support during the most challenging times – 24/7 and with respect for every detail of the process.