Transfer of remains of deceased citizens

The authorisation for the transfer of the body allows the transfer of a body to the national territory, for burial, of an Algerian citizen who died in the consular district of Naples, where his identity and Algerian nationality have been confirmed.

The transfer of the body from abroad is subject to the provisions of Decree No. 75-152 of 15 December 1975, which contains the rules of hygiene regarding burial, removal of bodies, exhumation and reburial

In the event of the death of members of the national community residing in Northern Italy or any citizen of Algerian nationality, please contact our services on 081 1828 5080

or email sags@consolatogeneralealgerinonapoli.com

The choice of the organisation transporting the body of the deceased is made by the Consulate General, which is liaised with to complete all administrative procedures related to the transfer of the body to Algeria.

The transfer of the body is carried out as follows:
-The body transfer file, submitted by the funeral directors, must include the following documents:
- the death certificate issued by the town hall of the place of death;
- authorisation for final closure of the coffin issued by the town hall of the place of burial;
- the death certificate ;
- a medical certificate of non-contagion;
- the statement of coffining in an airtight coffin drawn up by the undertaker;
- authorisation to transport the body issued by the prefecture of the place of burial.