Count on our Knowledge and Experience

Photo of Airplane

We coordinate shipping of remains worldwide.

Greenwich Village Funeral Home is the local Funeral Home with the global reach to handle any funeral remains shipping needs that may arise, including shipping of caskets and bodies of the deceased.

With one phone call to Greenwich Village Funeral Home, we can provide you with funeral and remains shipping services anywhere in the world.

From your initial contact with our funeral director, details for bringing your loved one into our care from around the corner, another state or around the world begins with us.

In every respect, Greenwich Village Funeral Home maintains a tradition of excellence and personal service to your families’ needs and wishes when it comes to shipping.

Domestic Remains and Mortuary Shipping

Greenwich Village Funeral Home can arrange to have your loved one’s remains, including caskets, shipped to any location in the United States.

International Remains and Mortuary Shipping

We are international remains and funeral shipping specialists, having extensive experience working closely with all consulates and embassies from around the world. This vast experience has enabled our staff to cut through the red tape and advise our families about different airline cargo options and rates.

Examples of international shipping issues that we handle include:

  • Shipping Requirements
    Knowing how to deal with each country’s particular shipping requirements is critical in your loved one’s remains reaching their destination.
  • Paperwork and Documentation
    Understanding and helping to provide the appropriate paperwork and documentation required for international shipping.
  • Timing
    Ensuring your shipping needs are met in a timely manner as it relates to getting through the red-tape of dealing with other countries.
  • Translation
    Translation of your documentation into their respective languages.
  • Culture and Religions
    Understanding of how different religions and cultures approach the funeral and burial process.
  • Environmental
    Being able to convey various travel, time zone and weather conditions to those who need the information.

Shipping Quote Inquiry Form

    GVFH Online Shipping Form

    We offer a variety of options to meet every families needs. Our ability to save money on shipping expenses and our caring and concern for our families is our top priority.

    Receiving of Remains

    When a death occurs outside of New York City, you can rely on us to handle all the details. We have contacts in almost every city in the United States and many cities throughout the world. We arrange all the details to transport your loved one home so you avoid duplication of effort and expense.

    Greenwich Village Funeral Home is a Member of:

    Metropolitan Funeral Directors Association LogoNational Funeral Directors Association LogoGreen Burial Council LogoGreenwich Village Chamber of Commerce LogoPrePlan LogoCFF LogoCANA Logo