Q&A for How to Bring an Urn or Ashes on a Plane

Yes. When you travel with cremated remains, they'll be treated as carry-on baggage. According to Delta Airlines, cremated remains can be accepted as either carry-on, checked baggage or shipped unaccompanied as cargo. The passenger must have a death or cremation certificate.

Yes, as long as you have the original death certificate, and the ashes are vacuum sealed. Tell the booking person that you have ashes, and they will tag and put it in the hold.

Yes, you can. You will need to carry a copy of the death certificate. The cremated remains must be in a container that can be easily scanned by airport security, such as one made of plastic or wood. Most airlines permit them as a carry-on item; otherwise, they must be transported in checked baggage.

While there is no law in France that permits the scattering of ashes, local officials usually have a tolerant attitude about this practice, as long as it is done discreetly.

Yes, you can, but the ashes must be in a TSA-approved container (non-metal like wood or plastic) and carried in your hand luggage. Since Hawaii is part of the U.S., a customs form is not needed, but standard TSA rules apply.

To transport your son's ashes from the U.S. to Guatemala, you'll need a death certificate, cremation certificate, apostilles, Spanish translations, and a Guatemalan consular permit. Use a TSA-approved, non-metal container for air travel. Contact the Guatemalan consulate for guidance and check airline policies before traveling.

Yes, you can typically take cremated ashes to Italy in your carry-on, provided the urn is secure and can be screened by security. Be prepared to present the death certificate and cremation paperwork to airline staff and Italian authorities if requested. Confirm with your airline and review Italy’s specific entry regulations before your trip.

Yes, you can transport cremated remains to India with the proper documentation. You will need the original death certificate, cremation certificate, a copy of the deceased’s passport, and your valid ID and travel documents. The ashes should be in a sealed, X-ray scannable urn, preferably carried in your carry-on luggage, and you must follow all airline regulations. Indian customs may verify these documents upon arrival. For guidance and documentation support, you may consider consulting a professional service.

Yes, you can take cremated ashes to Poland, but you must follow both airline and Polish regulations. Carry the ashes in a sealed, non-metal container in your hand luggage, along with the death certificate and cremation certificate. It is recommended to check with your airline and the Polish embassy or consulate before traveling to confirm any additional requirements.

Yes, you can take cremation remains to Spain, but you must follow airline and country regulations. Carry the ashes in a sealed, non-metal container in your hand luggage, and bring the death certificate and cremation certificate. It’s best to check with the airline and the embassy before traveling to confirm specific requirements.

Yes, you can, provided you have a death certificate and the remains are in a secured container.

You cannot take an entire deceased body on the plane. However, you can transport remains if they are properly contained and you have a death certificate.

Yes, you can bring cremated remains to South Korea. You should carry them in a security-screenable urn, preferably in your carry-on bag. You may be asked to present a death certificate and cremation certificate, so keep copies with you. While there is usually no extra fee, it is advisable to confirm your airline’s specific policy before traveling.

Yes, you can transport an urn on Southwest Airlines. They permit human remains and ashes in carry-on or checked baggage, provided the urn is screenable by TSA. You should contact Southwest in advance to confirm specific requirements and bring any necessary documentation, such as a death or cremation certificate.

Yes, you can transport human remains or ashes to Morelia, Mexico, but you must follow specific requirements, including carrying the original death certificate, certified copies, a certificate of cremation if applicable, and possibly consular authorization. Check with the airline for their specific policies.

Yes, it is legal to bring cremated human remains into Denmark. Unlike transporting a body, you do not need a laissez-passer (special permit) for cremated remains.

If you check in the ashes, you will still need necessary documentation, such as the death certificate and certificate of cremation. These documents may be required for customs clearance upon arrival. It's essential to have all required paperwork to ensure a smooth process and avoid any delays or complications during travel.

If you are traveling to New Zealand with cremated remains or a placenta, you do not need a Customs clearance. You also do not need to present any documents to Customs for ashes accompanying you through the arrivals process at airports.

You can carry cremated human remains (ashes) as checked baggage or in the cabin on South African Airways, provided you have all necessary documentation, including a certified copy of the death certificate and a certificate from the crematorium.

Yes, you can take cremated remains to Lithuania, and you don't need to inform the Lithuanian customs department.

To bring ashes to Los Angeles, you'll need a California disposition permit if the ashes are from outside Los Angeles County or the USA. You can obtain this permit from the vital records office or a local funeral home or crematorium.

To bring ashes to Ireland, you will need the death certificate, cremation certificate, the deceased's original passport, and a Funeral Director's declaration.

Germany has strict laws on handling human remains. Generally, all coffins and urns must be buried in specially licensed graveyards, and private individuals are not allowed to keep urns. Therefore, any transport in Germany must be handled by a licensed funeral home.

To bring cremated remains to Trinidad and Tobago, you need approval from the authorities there before making travel arrangements, especially if the deceased was not a Trinidad and Tobago national.

You can take cremated remains to France, but the urn must be sealed and accompanied by the necessary certificates according to French regulations.

Yes, you can bring cremated remains to Barbados, West Indies. However, there may be specific regulations and procedures you need to follow when traveling with cremated remains internationally. It's essential to check with the airline you'll be flying with and the Barbados government's customs and immigration department to ensure you comply with all requirements.

Yes, you can typically take cremated remains to the Netherlands. While it's not always required for the bag to be sealed by the crematorium, it's recommended to have the ashes securely packaged to prevent spillage or damage. Additionally, you should carry the necessary documentation, such as the death certificate and certificate of cremation. Check with your airline and review any specific requirements from Dutch authorities to ensure smooth travel.

Thomas Cook Airlines ceased operations in September 2019, so you can't fly with them. However, you can typically transport cremated remains to The Gambia on other airlines. It's essential to check with the airline you'll be flying with and the relevant authorities to understand any specific regulations or procedures for transporting cremated remains to The Gambia.

Yes, you can generally take cremated remains into the US, but you'll need the necessary documentation. At a minimum, you should have the death certificate and a certificate of cremation. It's also a good idea to check with the airline and review any specific requirements from US Customs and Border Protection.

Yes, you can take cremated remains into the UAE with proper documents. For the UAE, you will need the original death and cremation certificates, passport copies, and often a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from UAE authorities.