Advisory-II

ADVISORY ON REPATRIATION OF MORTAL REMAIN

In continuation of the advisory issued in November 2024 on repatriation of mortal remain, the Consulate reiterates the diaspora to be aware of fraudulent agents who charge exorbitant amount in place of approved rates for various services.

The Consulate extends assistance through its panel of community associations under ICWF for repatriation of mortal remain strictly on means tested basis in accordance with the Government of India guidelines where the deceased does not have any employer/sponsor or insurance policy does not cover the cost of repatriation of mortal remain. In such cases, family does not require to incur any expenditure. 

It may also be noted that under Article 15 (3), Federal Decree Law No. (33) of 2021 of UAE ‘the employer shall bear all the costs of preparing and transporting the corpse of the deceased worker to his home country or place of residence, if the family so requests’. 

Members of the Indian diaspora are urged to rely only on official information of Consulate General of India, Dubai & Northern Emirates. Families of the deceased can visit https://www.cgidubai.gov.in/content/Assistance-Procedure.docx_1.pdf or contact Consulate at these following 24x7 Helpline Numbers for further guidance: 

Mobile/Whatsapp : +971-50-7347676
Toll Free : 800 46342

13 August 2025

ADVISORY ON REPATRIATION OF MORTAL REMAIN

The Consulate has come across several cases where agents have exploited families of deceased expats for repatriation of mortal remains. We request diaspora to be aware of fraudulent agents who charge exorbitant amount in place of Consulate approved rates.

We are fully committed to provide access and facilitation to grieving families and persons duly authorized by the immediate family members of the deceased person.

Consulate has a panel of community associations across Emirates who render these support service to families at no service charge. Families can contact Consulate at these following numbers 24X7 for immediate guidance and facilitation.

050-7347676
800 46342