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Our international repatriation service transports the deceased all over the world from any Members of the NAFD
Members of the BIFD

Rowland Brothers International (RBI) has been at the heart of global funeral repatriation since 1971. RBI was established when holiday companies recognised the need for a commercial repatriation strategy to reunite loved ones with their families after a fatal tragedy abroad. Our seventh generation family funeral directors have organised repatriation for families, insurance and assistance companies, corporations, government departments, airlines and funeral directors for over 45 years. Our international repatriation service transports the deceased all over the world from any destination to any destination. Our Accreditations
ITIJ Ancillary Assistance Service Provider of the Year 2016
We have been the official helpline for The National Association of Funeral Directors and its members for 15 years. In June 2016 the company was the first funeral director in the UK to sign the Armed Forces Covenant. Our organisation has been signposted in FCO literature as being one which may be able to provide support and advice to British nationals who need the services of an international funeral director.

02/11/2026

A favourite song, a shared memory, a moment that
brings a smile.

A funeral can be an opportunity to celebrate a life just as
much as it is a time to say goodbye.

As independent funeral directors, we have the flexibility
to work closely with families to create a service that feels
right for them, reflecting the personality, passions and
memories of the person being remembered.

Because saying goodbye doesn't have to mean
forgetting what made someone who they were.

29/10/2026

A little gesture can make a big difference this Christmas.

This festive season, Rowland Brothers and the Rowland Brothers Foundation are coming together to spread a little Christmas joy to families and individuals in our local community who may be facing difficult times.

We're collecting unopened Advent calendars, which will be donated to local foodbanks and churches across South London.

If you're able to, we'd be incredibly grateful if you could pick up an extra Advent calendar during your next shop and drop it off at one of our participating branches.

Donation drop-off locations:

Rowland Brothers branches:

• Croydon: 299–303 Whitehorse Road, CR0 2HR

• Beddington: 15 The Broadway, Plough Lane, CR0 4QR

• Purley: 44 High Street, CR8 2AA

• Coulsdon: The Parade, Coulsdon Road, Old Coulsdon, CR5 1EH

• Warlingham: 434 Limpsfield Road, CR6 9LG

• New Addington: 32 Central Parade, CR0 0JD

• West Wickham: 110–112 High Street, BR4 0ND

Additional participating branches:

• Colin Fisher Funeral Directors: 109 Cotmandene Crescent, Orpington, BR5 2RB

• Selsdon & District Funeral Service: 204 Addington Road, Selsdon, CR2 8LD

• A & J Morriss & Sons Funeral Directors: 343 Lower Addiscombe Road, Croydon, CR0 6RG

• J B Shakespeare – Croydon: 1 Norfolk House, Wellesley Road, CR0 1LH

• J B Shakespeare – Selsdon: 175 Selsdon Park Road, CR2 8JJ

Every donation, no matter how small, is an opportunity to bring a little happiness to someone this Christmas.

Thank you for helping us make a difference in our community.

26/10/2026

A meaningful funeral can start with a blank canvas.

When arranging a funeral, it can be difficult to know what is possible, particularly at a time when there is already so much to process.

But a farewell doesn’t have to be defined by what has always been done. With the right guidance, families can explore different ideas, make personal choices and create a service that genuinely reflects the person they are remembering.

In Amrit’s story, he reflects on discovering the possibilities available when arranging his father’s funeral and the difference that having those choices made.

As independent funeral directors, we’re here to help families understand their options and create the farewell that feels right for them.

21/10/2026

Meet the team:

Pedro Moutinho, International Coordinator at Rowland Brothers International.

International repatriation often involves coordinating across different countries, organisations and time zones, which is where the experience of our International team becomes so important.

As an International Coordinator, Pedro is part of the team helping to bring those different elements together, working alongside colleagues and our trusted worldwide network.

Since 1971, Rowland Brothers International has built relationships with more than 500 agents across the world, enabling us to provide support across a wide range of countries and circumstances.

Pedro is one of the people behind that work, and we’re pleased to introduce him as part of our International team.

16/10/2026

What does bringing someone home really mean?

After years of working in international repatriation, Maurizio understands that bringing someone home is about much more than arranging their journey from one country to another.

Behind every repatriation is a person, a family and a life that deserves to be treated with dignity and respect.

In this video, Maurizio shares what bringing someone home means to him personally, reflecting on the responsibility and care involved in the work we do at Rowland Brothers International.

For our team, it is a privilege to play a part in helping families bring their loved ones home, wherever in the world they may be.

15/10/2026

There is no single way to say goodbye.

Every person is different, and the funeral that follows should reflect the life they lived, the people they loved and what feels right for those saying goodbye.

Watch Amrit’s story and see how his family created a farewell that was right for them.

As independent funeral directors, our role at Rowland Brothers is to listen, understand and help families create a service that feels personal and meaningful.

Because a meaningful goodbye looks different for everyone.

15/10/2026

Meet the team:

Introducing Lydia May, one of our International Coordinators at Rowland Brothers International.

When someone passes away abroad, families can suddenly find themselves faced with an unfamiliar process at an already incredibly difficult time.

Our International Coordinators are there to help manage the arrangements involved in bringing a loved one home, working as part of a multilingual, multicultural team that understands every repatriation can come with different requirements.

Lydia is part of the team working behind the scenes to help ensure those arrangements are handled professionally and with the care and respect families should expect from us.

15/10/2026

If a scheduled flight is cancelled or disrupted during a repatriation, alternative travel arrangements may need to be made before the journey can continue.

Rowland Brothers International will liaise with the airline and other organisations involved to coordinate the next available arrangements, while ensuring your loved one remains in appropriate care throughout.

We will also keep the family and receiving funeral director informed of any changes to the expected journey.

International travel doesn’t always go exactly to plan, which is why having an experienced team coordinating the process can be particularly important when unexpected changes occur.

27/08/2026

Yes, a loved one can still be repatriated if they pass away abroad without travel insurance.

While travel insurance can help cover the cost and arrangements involved in repatriation, not having a policy in place does not mean that bringing your loved one home isn’t possible.

In these circumstances, our experienced team can guide you through the process, liaising with local authorities and funeral professionals overseas, arranging the necessary documentation and flights, and coordinating their safe return to the UK.

Without insurance, the cost of repatriation will usually need to be covered by the family or estate. This can vary depending on the country and the arrangements required, and we’ll always explain the process and costs as clearly as possible from the outset.

We understand that knowing where to begin can feel daunting, especially when you’re dealing with the loss of someone you love. Rowland Brothers International is here to take care of the practical arrangements and guide you through every step, helping to bring your loved one home with care and dignity.

For advice or support with international repatriation, our team is available 24 hours a day.

21/08/2026

Incredibly proud to be part of such a prestigious association and to celebrate 45 years of membership. Here’s to the next 45 years! 🥂

Address

297 Whitehorse Road
Croydon
CR02HR

Telephone

0800 917 3585

Website

https://rowlandbrothersinternational.com/

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