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Find out about the VAT liability of funeral services and other activities relating to the disposal of the remains of the dead.
This guide gives advice about the death of a British person in Nigeria, including information on burial, cremation and repatriation.
Annual National Statistics on deaths reported to coroners.
You should be aware that Nepalese procedures differ significantly from those in the United Kingdom.
Find out about local procedures, burials and cremations, and returning the body to the UK
Information on how to organise a cremation, including how to apply for a cremation, declare your wishes regarding ashes, request medical certificates and declare fitted implants.
Information and advice if a family member or friend has been a victim of murder, manslaughter or died in suspicious circumstances in Thailand.
This guide gives advice about the death of a British person in The Gambia, including information on burial, cremation and repatriation.
This guide gives advice about the death of a British person in Greece, including information on burial, cremation and repatriation.
This guide gives advice about the death of a British person in the Dominican Republic, including information on burial, cremation and repatriation.
Information and advice if a family member or friend has been a victim of murder, manslaughter or died in suspicious circumstances in Egypt.
Find out about local procedures, burials and cremations, and returning the body to the UK.
This guide gives advice about the death of a British person in Spain, including information on burial, cremation and repatriation.
This guide gives advice about the death of a British person in Thailand, including information on burial, cremation and repatriation.
Advice and guidance for crematorium managers and cremation authorities on the correct forms to use when arranging a cremation.
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