Introduction
The passing of a loved one on foreign soil, especially in a country like Saudi Arabia with stringent formalities, brings unimaginable grief and pressure to Indian families. Between mourning and managing procedures like obtaining the Shahadathul Thahneeth (embalming certificate), securing a consular NOC Saudi repatriation, and arranging the exit visa for human remains, the pain only grows deeper.
At International Body Transport, we support grieving families with a complete and dignified solution for dead body transport Saudi to India. We handle all paperwork, translation, clearances, and flight bookings with empathy and efficiency — ensuring your loved one returns home safely.
Did you know?
Over 2,000 Indian nationals die in Saudi Arabia annually — one of the highest among GCC nations.
Documents required for the dead body transportation process?
| Document | Issued By |
|---|---|
| Official Death Certificate | MOH Hospital / Health Department |
| Police Clearance (if required) | Local Police Department |
| Embalming Certificate | MOH-approved mortuary (Shahadathul Thahneeth) |
| Embassy NOC | Indian Embassy Riyadh / Consulate Jeddah |
| Exit Visa for Remains | Jawazat – Saudi Immigration |
| Passport (Cancelled) | Indian Consulate |
| Airline Airway Bill | Cargo division of airline |
Why Choose International Body Transport Services
We bring unmatched professionalism to a highly sensitive task:
Embassy & Attestation Protocol
| Document | Attested By | Translation Required |
|---|---|---|
| Death Certificate | MOFA Saudi Arabia | Yes (Arabic to English) |
| Embalming Certificate | Legal Translator + Consular Attestation | Yes |
| Police Report | Local Station + Consular Notary | Yes |
International Body Transport manages notarized translations and embassy approvals for all Arabic documents.
Cause of Death Scenarios
| Type of Death | Additional Requirements |
|---|---|
| Natural (Hospital) | Doctor certificate + MOH death declaration |
| Accident / Workplace | Police FIR, employer report, possible autopsy |
| Suicide / Suspicious | Full police investigation report + CID clearance |
| Unidentified / Delayed ID | Embassy liaison + public notice in local police record |
Each scenario affects embassy processing and Saudi police mortuary clearance formalities.
Airport-Specific Requirements
| Airport | Special Requirements |
|---|---|
| Riyadh (RUH) | MOFA + exit visa must be verified 24 hrs before cargo release |
| Jeddah (JED) | Sealed coffin inspection + consular NOC uploaded |
| Dammam (DMM) | Health ministry clearance + cargo acceptance form |
Cultural & Religious Observance
Since cremation is not permitted in Saudi Arabia, bodies of Hindu and Buddhist individuals must be returned to India for last rites. We prioritize dispatch based on:
- Cremation timelines (Hindus)
- Christian burial schedules
- Janaza (Muslim) burial timings back home
Timeline – Saudi to India
| Stage | Estimated Time |
|---|---|
| MOH Certificate & Police Docs | 1–2 working days |
| Embalming + Translation | 12–24 hours |
| Embassy NOC + Attestation | 1 business day |
| Exit Visa + Airline Booking | 1–2 business days |
| Total Duration | 3 to 5 business days |
Repatriation Cost – Saudi Arabia to India
| Service Component | Estimated Cost (INR) |
|---|---|
| Embalming + Sealing | ₹40000 – ₹60000 |
| MOFA & Embassy Clearances | ₹30000- ₹50000 |
| Document Translation | ₹10000 – ₹20000 |
| Airline Cargo Fees | ₹60000 – ₹80000 |
| Total Estimate | ₹ 2L ₹4L |
** Please note: The cost to send body from Saudi to India can vary depending on city of death, flight availability, and clearance timelines.
Testimonials
Testimonials
What families have to say of their experiences with us?
At 3 AM, they arrived with a freezer van, embalmed, and managed every clearance in less than 12 hours for our family member’s dead body transport USA to India. My brother was flown from USA to Kolkata in a very dignified manner to our home in India.
“They took over everything: hospital to embassy, embassy to airline, and cleared the coffin through Delhi customs for a repatriation to Canada. Deeply grateful.”
Smart Portals & Digital Submissions
International Body Transport handles:
- 1
Jawazat exit visa request via online system
- 2
Embassy form uploads and scanned document sharing
- 3
MOFA attestation tracking
- 4
Cargo airway bill uploads in compliance with airline rules ksa human remains
Packaging & Sealing Requirements
Partner Locations – Saudi Arabia
International Body Transport works with trusted mortuaries and agents in:
Al Khobar
Dammam
Saudi Arabia
All partners are licensed and approved by the Ministry of Health and Indian diplomatic missions.
What International Body Transport handles for the dead body transportation?
- Hospital and police coordination
- Translation, MOFA attestation, consular submission
- Shahadathul Thahneeth and coffin sealing
- Exit visa application and tracking
- Airline cargo documentation aligned with airline rules ksa human remains
- Live updates and delivery assurance to the family
- Certified documents for legal and insurance use
