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International repatriation of the deceased to Bosnia and Herzegovina and the region

We are licensed for the international transport of the deceased. We handle all documentation and are available 24/7.

Call: +387 65 594 635

When a loved one passes away abroad, families face not only grief but also complex bureaucracy, unfamiliar procedures and the fear of unexpected costs.

Duga Funeral Services from Banja Luka has for years provided a professional, dignified and reliable international repatriation service, bringing the deceased home from European countries to Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Montenegro, Croatia and the wider region.

Our licence for the international transport of the deceased, our specialised vehicles and our experienced team ensure that your loved one is treated with the utmost respect, while your family receives full support at every step of the repatriation.

Which countries do we cover?

We repatriate the deceased from all countries of the European Union and other European countries, except Italy and France. We most often transport from:

  • GermanyBerlin, Munich, Hamburg, Frankfurt, Cologne, Stuttgart, Düsseldorf and all other cities
  • AustriaVienna, Graz, Linz, Salzburg, Innsbruck
  • SwitzerlandZurich, Geneva, Basel, Bern
  • SwedenStockholm, Gothenburg, Malmö
  • NorwayOslo, Bergen
  • NetherlandsAmsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague
  • BelgiumBrussels, Antwerp
  • DenmarkCopenhagen
  • FinlandHelsinki
  • CroatiaZagreb, Split, Rijeka
  • SloveniaLjubljana
  • Czech RepublicPrague
  • PolandWarsaw, Kraków
  • HungaryBudapest
  • SerbiaBelgrade, Novi Sad, Niš
  • MontenegroPodgorica, Nikšić
Note: we currently do not provide transport from Italy and France. For all other European and Balkan countries, we are at your service.

Our vehicle across Europe

Some of the journeys we have made, from Vienna and Tyrol to Germany and Scandinavia.

Duga vehicle: Vienna, Central Cemetery
Vienna, Central Cemetery
Duga vehicle: Tyrol, Austria
Tyrol, Austria
Duga vehicle: Germany
Germany
Duga vehicle: Crossing the Alps
Crossing the Alps
Duga vehicle: Germany
Germany
Duga vehicle: Vienna
Vienna

How does repatriation work?

  1. First contact, 24/7

    After your call, our team takes care of everything. We talk with you, explain the procedure and start preparations immediately.

  2. Documentation: we handle everything

    Death certificate, extract from the register of deaths, sanitary transport permit, passport for the deceased (Leichenpass) and other documents. We handle all administration together with the local authorities in the country of departure.

  3. Transport

    Transport is carried out in our specialised funeral vehicles. We have four vehicles, including a fully electric one, the first in the region. All are air-conditioned, hygienically impeccable and adapted to transporting the deceased.

  4. Arrival and funeral

    On arrival in Bosnia and Herzegovina or any other country in the region, we arrange the funeral at a location of your choice.

Price of international repatriation

€0.50
per kilometre travelled The price includes:
  • transport in a specialised funeral vehicle
  • all documentation and administrative costs
  • the driver’s travel expenses (accommodation and meals on longer routes)
  • coordination with the authorities in the country of departure

Important: in the event of an exceptional rise in fuel prices, the price may vary. We inform the family of any change in advance, before the contract is signed. There are no hidden costs.

For air transport, if required, the price is set separately, depending on the airline and the destination.

Why choose Duga Funeral Services?

  • 4 specialised vehiclesIncluding the first electric funeral vehicle in the region
  • International transport licenceAuthorised for transport from all EU countries
  • We cover all of EuropeExcept Italy and France
  • Complete documentationDon’t worry about paperwork, we handle everything
  • Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a weekDeath does not keep office hours
  • Fixed price per kilometre€0.50/km, transparent, no hidden costs
  • Agreement with the Pensioners’ AssociationSpecial terms for pensioners
  • Hundreds of thousands of kilometres of experienceReliable and proven

Emergency line for international repatriation

+387 65 594 635

We are available 24/7. If someone has died abroad, call us immediately: the first hours are crucial for a smooth repatriation.

Frequently asked questions

How long does transport from Germany to Bosnia take?

By road, the journey from southern Germany to Banja Luka takes about 10 to 12 hours. Including preparation and documentation, the whole process usually takes 2 to 4 days.

Is embalming required?

This depends on the country of departure and the type of transport. For road transport, embalming is usually not required, while for air transport it generally is. We will advise you depending on the country and the option chosen.

What if the deceased does not have a passport?

For repatriation, a special document is issued: the passport for the deceased (Leichenpass). We arrange it for you.

Can you transport the deceased to Serbia or Montenegro?

Yes. We transport to all countries of the former Yugoslavia and the wider Balkan region.

Does the family need to travel with the vehicle?

No. Our drivers are professionals and carry out the transport independently. The family can come directly to the funeral.

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