Cremation abroad
As far as we know, there is currently no crematorium in the Republic of Moldova, so cremation takes place abroad, usually in the country where the person died. We help arrange it and bring the ashes home.
What we arrange
Arranging cremation with a crematorium in the country of death through a local funeral service, the documents required there, the cremation certificate, an urn and transport of the ashes to Moldova.
Cremation is a family decision. We explain the options calmly and do not push you either way; repatriation of the body remains possible.
How it works
Each country has its own rules for cremation, including the documents and consents required. The local funeral service applies for the cremation, and we coordinate the steps and the documents for the Moldovan side.
After cremation, the ashes travel home in the same way as described on the page about the transport of ashes. We will quote the price once we know the details and confirm the timeline once we have the documents.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a crematorium in Moldova?
According to media reports from early 2026, there is no crematorium in Moldova, so cremation takes place abroad. We will tell you if this changes.
Who can agree to the cremation?
The rules of the country of death decide who may give consent. We tell you what is required in your case.
Is it possible to bring home the body instead?
Yes. Cremation is only one option, and we can arrange the repatriation of the body if the family prefers.
Other services
- Repatriation of the body
- Transport of ashes (urn)
- Documents and translations
- Reception and funeral in Moldova
- Air and road transport
- Funeral arrangements
- Personal funeral director
- Funeral celebrant
- Farewell hall
- Religious rites
- Funeral brass band
- Hygienic preparation of the body
- Embalming
- Mortuary cold room
- Refrigerated coffin lid
- Coffin preparation
- Funeral transport in Moldova
- VIP hearse
- Funeral coach
- Passenger transport
- Pallbearers
- Grave digging
- Grave draping
- Memorial meal
- Grave care
- Cleaning and disinfection after a death
- Cremation in Romania
- Cremation in Ukraine
- Exhumation and reburial