How do you transport a body out of state for burial?

How do you transport a body out of state for burial?

If a loved one has passed away in another state and the family wish to return their remains to a home state, there are 2 options, transporting the body by ground transportation or shipping the body by air. This is what is referred to as ‘domestic funeral shipping’.

How much does it cost to transport a corpse?

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. It’s important to note that all costs are the responsibility of the family.

Can I transport a dead body myself?

1. You can’t arrange air transportation for a dead body on your own. Most airlines will transport dead bodies but you’ll have to work with a funeral director or a specialized transport company. The shipper must be designated as a “known shipper” by the TSA.

Can you take a dead body across state lines?

In most states, it is legal for a family to transport the body. Even if the family were to rent a van, it might be considerably less expensive than airfare. In addition, such a journey may have some very therapeutic value. Only three states (Alabama, Alaska, and New Jersey) require embalming when crossing state lines.

What states require embalming?

Embalming is mandated when a body crosses state lines from Alabama and Alaska. Five other states—California, Idaho, Kansas, Minnesota and New Jersey—require embalming when the body leaves those states by common carrier (airplane or train).

How do you transport a dead person across state lines?

The funeral home in your destination state will contact your local funeral home and coordinate to prepare your loved one for transport. In most cases, your local funeral home is required to embalm your loved one for burial before transport within 48 hours following a death.