What Happens First?
If the death happens in a hospital, the medical facility will normally begin the required process and provide the relevant death notification.
If the death occurs outside a hospital, the authorities may need to attend and complete the necessary procedures before further arrangements can begin.
Families should keep the deceased person’s passport, Emirates ID and any documents provided by the hospital or authorities together.
You do not need to understand the whole process immediately.
Start with the information you have, and the next steps can be handled one at a time.
What Happens After the Documents Are Ready?
01
Repatriation
Many expatriate families choose to return their loved one to their home country.
This may involve documentation, preparation, coffin arrangements, embassy coordination and airline transport.
02
Burial in the UAE
Families may also choose a local burial depending on their wishes, faith and the requirements of the case.
Why Having One Coordinator Helps
Several organisations can become involved after a death, including hospitals, authorities, embassies, funeral facilities and airlines.
Having one coordinator helps the family avoid managing each part separately.
Global Nest Worldwide can assist with the required arrangements and keep the family informed as the case progresses.
We Are Here to Guide You
You do not need to know exactly what service or documents you need before contacting us.
Tell us what has happened and what information you currently have. Our team can explain the next step and help coordinate the arrangements.