Repatriation cover in funeral insurance: peace of mind for you and your loved ones

In an increasingly globalised world, many people live far from their country of origin. If someone dies abroad, repatriation can be complicated and costly. Having funeral insurance with this cover offers peace of mind and reduces the burden on families in difficult times.

What is funeral insurance?

Funeral insurance is a policy that covers all the costs and paperwork associated with the insured person's death. The most common cover includes funeral services, legal procedures, counselling and, in many cases, repatriation of the deceased. 

What is included in funeral insurance repatriation cover?

Repatriation cover covers the transfer of the deceased from the place of death to their country of origin. It usually includes:

• Liaison with consulates and local authorities.

• Air charter, transfers to the airport and final destination.

• Embalming and preparation of the body according to international regulations.

• Cost of the ticket for a companion.

• Required documentation (certificates, transfer permits, etc.).

Who needs this cover?

Mainly foreigners living outside their country of origin. It is also recommended for people living temporarily in another country or for people travelling abroad.

Benefits of having repatriation in Funeral Insurance:

• Avoid high costs: Repatriation can cost between 3,000 and 10,000 euros without insurance.

• Comprehensive care: The insurance company takes care of all the paperwork, reducing stress for the family.

• Emotional peace of mind: Being able to say goodbye and rest in the home country offers comfort to loved ones.

Aspects to take into account:

• Check whether the insurance includes full repatriation costs or whether it has limited capital for this service.

• See if it covers repatriation to any country or only to the country where you live.

• Check whether the insurance has age limits or a minimum stay in the country of residence.

Do you want to know how much international repatriation could cost?

See our repatriation calculator here to obtain a personalised estimate of the cost of repatriation in the event of death and find out how this service can help your family.

This cover is highly recommended for immigrants, expats and people temporarily living abroad.

Repatriation cover in DKV Protección Familiar funeral insurance

Repatriation cover is not just an added service within funeral insurance, it is a way to take care of the family. During difficult times, having the support of an insurance company that takes care of everything offers peace of mind.

In the event of the death of a resident of non-Spanish nationality and on request by their family members, DKV will arrange for the repatriation of the deceased to their country of origin, and we will pay for a return trip of a companion.

In addition, in the event of death while travelling abroad, we also cover repatriation from the place of death to Spain, including round-trip travel for a companion.


DKV Seguros will arrange and cover the costs of the transport and repatriation of the deceased from the place of death in Spain, to the closest international airport to the place of burial in the insured person's country of origin.

DKV Seguros will handle all the necessary paperwork and pay the necessary preparation and coffin costs in order to carry out the repatriation. This cover is subject to taking out the Worldwide Assistance Cover.

Consult here details about the DKV Protección Familiar insurance.