Bringing someone's ashes abroad [closed]

If you want to transport the ashes abroad, you should obtain a special Overseas Certificate from the crematorium required for taking ashes abroad – formally called 'Certified Copy of an Entry of Cremation'. This shows all the details regarding the cremation and the entry number in the cremation register.

1. Can I take human ashes on an airplane?
2. Can my ashes be scattered abroad?
3. Can I take human ashes to Spain?
4. Are Dumping Ashes illegal?
5. Which airlines allow cremated remains?
6. How do you transport cremated remains?
7. Is it illegal to scatter ashes in Spain?
8. How much does it cost to ship cremated remains internationally?
9. Can I send human ashes through the post?
10. Can you get DNA from cremated ashes?
11. Do I need permission to scatter ashes?
12. How long do cremated ashes last?

Can I take human ashes on an airplane?

Cremated remains must be carried on, and cannot be checked. Cremated remains must be in a container that can be x-rayed. ... For domestic travel, the TSA allows you to bring cremated remains onto the plane either in your carry on or in your checked luggage.

Can my ashes be scattered abroad?

Usually, they will tell you: Ashes can be taken on the plane in your carry-on luggage. They will be x-rayed, and should be kept in a suitable non-metal container (see below) You may need to declare the ashes at Customs with the paperwork above.

Can I take human ashes to Spain?

Taking Ashes to Spain

There are no restrictions on transporting ashes within the EU, and you can do so with minimal bureaucracy. However, you still need to present the following documents when transporting ashes to Spain: The UK death certificate. ... A certified Spanish-translation of the death and cremation certificate.

Are Dumping Ashes illegal?

In New South Wales it is important to get permission from the owners of private land or the Trust of Parks and reserves, or from local council for parks, beaches and playing fields as scattering of ashes may contravene the provisions of the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 in terms of air or water ...

Which airlines allow cremated remains?

Which Airlines Allow Cremated Remains?

• American Airlines. The largest airline in the country, American Airlines allows for the transport of cremated remains. ...
• Delta Air Lines. Requires either a death certificate or certificate of cremation for air travel. ...
• Southwest Airlines. ...
• United Airlines. ...
• Alaska Airlines.

How do you transport cremated remains?

You can ship cremated remains via the USPS provided they are packaged in a strong and durable container and are sent domestically using the USPS Priority Mail Express service. When shipping internationally, cremated remains must be sent using the USPS Priority Mail Express International Service.

Is it illegal to scatter ashes in Spain?

In general, in Spain you are allowed to scatter ashes, as long as you avoid public roads or public parks and take the container back with you, unless it´s made of biodegradable material.

How much does it cost to ship cremated remains internationally?

Average Cost of Transporting Remains

The cost to ship cremated remains internationally will be about $300, while the cost to ship a person's body can be $10,000-$20,000, says International Insurance.

Can I send human ashes through the post?

You cannot send the whole amount of cremated human remains / cremation ashes in the post. You can however send up to 50g of ashes. The consequence is that Royal Mail and Parcelforce Worldwide cannot accept responsibility for loss or damage to items, not that you will fined for sending them.

Can you get DNA from cremated ashes?

A cremation permanently destroys all traces of an individual's DNA. There is no DNA that can be extracted from cremated remains.

Do I need permission to scatter ashes?

If you want to scatter the ashes over public or other private land, you'll need to request the permission from the landowner. That includes parks, commons, beaches, or private farmland and churchyards.

How long do cremated ashes last?

In some settings, cremains are buried in the ground without either an urn or a tomb. The process for degrading is relatively short. Biodegradable urns speed the process but still may take up to twenty years to degrade. Once the biodegrade happens, the body will unite with the soil quickly.