Interstate repatriations from Perth

For interstate repatriations, we will require the following details:

• Full name of the deceased
• Date of death
• Burial or cremation preference
• Contact details for the family or Executor
• Photo ID or Passport

Once your loved one is in our care, you will be asked to complete a Registration Information form.

Please note that you will also need to appoint a funeral director in the receiving state to manage the arrival and ongoing interstate funeral arrangements.

Embalming is required by airlines for the interstate repatriation of deceased remains. It is a preservation process that uses specialised chemicals to delay natural decomposition.

For interstate repatriation, particularly when air transport is involved, or travel distances are significant, embalming helps ensure the body remains in a suitable condition throughout the journey. It also upholds the dignity of your loved one, preserving their appearance for viewing and funeral services upon arrival.

For interstate repatriation, Bellrae works with major domestic airlines, including Qantas and Virgin Australia. Both carriers provide dedicated services for transporting the human remains of loved ones across Australia, ensuring the process is managed with care, professionalism and respect at every stage of the journey.

Yes. There are specific requirements for air travel when transporting human remains, including mandatory embalming in most cases. These measures help ensure the deceased person is transported safely, respectfully and in accordance with airline and regulatory standards.

We coordinate closely with major airlines such as Qantas and Virgin Australia to ensure all documentation, preparation and compliance requirements are met before travel.

A death certificate must be registered in the state where the death occurred. The funeral director organising repatriation to their home state will need to arrange this before any travel plans are booked.

No, our repatriation services operate only from Perth. If the deceased person passes away in another state, you will need to engage a local funeral director in that state to manage the interstate arrangements.

Under Australian law, the death must be registered in the state where it occurred.

To arrange an interstate repatriation with Bellrae, please contact our team via our website or call us on (08) 9248 8082.

We will guide you through each step of the process, including preparing the required documentation and coordinating with airlines, the funeral director and all relevant parties to ensure everything is handled smoothly and respectfully.