Trusted Repatriation Services Since 1981
More Than a FarewellIt is Home
- Comprehensive worldwide repatriation to and from South Africa
- Direct liaison with embassies, consulates and airlines
- Paperwork and flight arrangements handled on your behalf
"Thom Kight guided our mother’s cremation with dignity and ensured her ashes reached Australia safely."
— Peter & Mandy"Your kind assistance and caring approach were deeply comforting at an awful time."
— Allison"Excellent service and superb efficiency. You gave our mom a beautiful send off."
— CarynA Meaningful Farewell
Gently Bringing Loved Ones Home
When a loved one passes far away from home, the distance and uncertainty can be overwhelming. We provide reassurance, clarity and compassionate support throughout the process.
A Steady Presence When You Are Far Apart
From the very first call, we walk beside you with clarity and reassurance through the initial shock and each next step.
Honouring Their Journey Home
With quiet expertise, we manage global logistics to return your loved one home respectfully and in full compliance.
Space to Focus on What Matters
We carry the paperwork, permissions and coordination so you can focus on memory, family and finding peace.
Why Choose Us
Guided with Care.
Across Borders, Back to Family.
Bringing a loved one home is a journey of deep significance and profound trust. At Thom Kight & Company, we provide calm, expert guidance to bridge any distance.
A Family Legacy of Global Trust
Serving families since 1981, our family-run team is built on bringing loved ones home with absolute integrity.
Compassionate Cross-Border Care
We guide each decision with care, navigating the path home to ensure your loved one is returned with dignity.
Local Heart, Global Reach
From our homes in South Africa to our international network, we manage complex logistics with quiet professionalism.
Complete Peace of Mind
From the first call to safe arrival on home soil, we handle every detail so you can focus on comfort and family.
Quiet, steady support so bringing them home doesn’t rest on your shoulders alone.
International Repatriation Services
Handled From First Call to Final Arrival
We arrange all documentation, permits, flight logistics and handovers to ensure the journey home is respectful and clearly managed.
Global Repatriations From South Africa
We arrange repatriations from South Africa to destinations worldwide, coordinating with embassies, consulates and airlines as well as securing all required permits in compliance with airline and destination country regulations.
Receiving Loved Ones From Abroad
In the event that your loved one passes away abroad, we assist in obtaining all required permits for entry into South Africa, complete registration at The Department of Home Affairs, assist in customs formalities, meet your loved one at the airport and transfer them safely into our care.
Documentation & Regulatory Requirements
We manage registration at The Department of Home Affairs, health and embalming certificates, customs formalities and flight clearances, while clearly and simply explaining all requirements to ensure full understanding throughout the process.
IATA Member
International Air Transport Association — ensuring compliant, globally recognised repatriation standards.
OUR ACCREDITATIONS
Funeral Director Associations
We operate according to industry's codes of practice and ethics.
World Organisation of Funeral Operatives
Thom Kight & Company is a member of FIAT-IFTA, the biggest network of Funeral Operatives worldwide.
Independent Funeral Directors Association of South Africa
Thom Kight & Company is a founding member of IFDA, an international network of funeral directors across Southern Africa.
National Association of Funeral Directors, United Kingdom
Thom Kight & Company is a member of NAFD, the largest and longest-established Trade Association within the funeral profession.
Funeral Federation of South Africa
Thom Kight & Company is a member of the FFSA, the regulatory body and beacon of dignity, respect, and professionalism within South Africa's funeral services industry.
Thom Kight Client Feedback
What Real Families Say
Repatriation Services
Both Directions, Fully Handled
Preparation & Care
Your loved one is prepared in accordance with international standards. We provide professional embalming, dressing and viewing where requested and ensure they are cared for in a secure, temperature-controlled environment at all times.
Flight Arrangements & Airline Co-ordination
We arrange appropriate flights with approved airlines and ensure that all required documentation accompanies your loved one. We also coordinate closely with the receiving funeral home and the family to confirm all arrangements, ensuring clarity and peace of mind throughout the process.
Worldwide Experience You Can Rely On
With more than 40 years of experience, we are trusted worldwide for repatriation services. Regardless of the complexity of the journey, we manage the process with professionalism and composure on your behalf, keeping you fully informed and reassured that your loved one is being brought home safely.
The International Repatriation Process
We guide you through each step.
First Call & Guidance
You tell us where your loved one is and where they need to be repatriated. We explain the process clearly and confirm what we will handle.
Paperwork & Clearances
We manage required documentation and permits with doctors, Home Affairs, embassies and consulates, keeping you updated as approvals are issued.
Preparation & Care
Your loved one is prepared in accordance with international standards and placed in the required compliant coffin or casket for travel.
Flights & Arrival
We coordinate flights and airport handover, then ensure safe transfer on arrival in South Africa or at the destination funeral home.
Why Choose Thom Kight
40 Years Serving South African Families
For over 40 years, Thom Kight & Company has been guiding South African families with compassion, care and professionalism. We understand that every farewell is deeply personal, and we treat each one with the respect it deserves.
Founded in 1981 by the Keight family, we remain a family-run business built on values that have never changed — compassion, integrity and respect for every person we serve.
- A Living Legacy —Over 40 years of experience, still led by the the Keight family today.
- Family Values —Compassion, understanding and honesty guide everything we do.
- Personal Service —Dedicated support from our experienced team at every step.
- Trusted Reputation —Known for professionalism, reliability and genuine care across South Africa.
Common Repatriation Questions
Everything you need to know
LET’S TALK WHEN YOU’RE READY
Arrange a Repatriation With Care and Confidence
Share a few details and we will guide you with clear, gentle advice.
- Private, compassionate conversation
- Clear next steps explained in plain language
- No obligation, no pressure
YOUR FAMILY IS OUR
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