From our base in North Miami, we coordinate funeral shipping for families and funeral homes in Broward and Palm Beach counties as well as Miami-Dade. The process is the same as elsewhere in Florida, but some practical details are specific to the area.
Key takeaways
- Broward and Palm Beach families follow the same Florida rules as Miami-Dade.
- The best airport depends on the airline, the route and the cargo service.
- We coordinate the ground transport so the shipment meets the airline’s cut-off.
Funeral homes and permits
The funeral home that first takes custody of the deceased handles the burial-transit permit, which under Florida Statutes section 382.006 must be obtained before final disposition and within five days after death. Whether the death occurred in Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Boca Raton or West Palm Beach, the same Florida rules apply.
Airports
Three airports are most often involved in South Florida shipments: Miami International, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International and Palm Beach International. Which one is practical depends on the airline, the destination and the available cargo service, and we confirm this for each case. In some cases remains travel by ground to another airport before departing.
Domestic coordination
For shipments to other states, we coordinate transport and confirm the destination’s requirements. See How Domestic Human Remains Shipping Works Between U.S. States.
International coordination
We help families in Broward and Palm Beach ship to the Caribbean, Central and South America and Europe, which we specialize in, and to other destinations worldwide. See International Repatriation.
Local communication
We work with the funeral home in your county and with the receiving funeral home at the destination, so you have one point of contact. Read Working With the Originating Funeral Home.
Call any time
Our line is open 24 hours a day, every day: 786-565-9525. Or see our service areas and the related guide Shipping Human Remains From Miami.
Broward and Palm Beach: planning notes
| County | Common airports | Practical note |
|---|---|---|
| Broward | Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International; also Miami International | Airline and route decide the best airport. |
| Palm Beach | Palm Beach International; also Fort Lauderdale or Miami | Ground transport to a larger airport is sometimes used. |
| Miami-Dade | Miami International | See our Miami guide. |
Cities and communities
We help families in Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, Pompano Beach, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, West Palm Beach and surrounding communities. The funeral homes in these areas know the local registrars and procedures, and we work with them to coordinate the shipping.
Travel time and logistics
Broward and Palm Beach counties are within driving distance of Miami International, and a ground leg between a funeral home and an airport is common. We plan the pickup, the delivery to the cargo facility and the timing so that the airline’s cut-off is met.
Working with funeral homes in your county
Funeral homes in Broward and Palm Beach counties work with families from many backgrounds and are familiar with local registrars and procedures. Ask the funeral home whether it has prepared remains for international travel and share the destination with us early.
Getting from the funeral home to the airport
The remains travel from the funeral home to the airline’s cargo facility, often by a licensed transport provider. We coordinate the timing so that the shipment arrives before the airline’s cut-off. Because traffic and distance can matter, we build in a margin.
What to have ready
Before you call, it helps to have the person’s name, the date and place of death, the funeral home’s name, the destination city and country, and the dates of any planned services. If you are in Broward or Palm Beach, tell us the city, since it helps us plan the ground transport to the airport. If some of this is not yet known, call anyway. We will explain what is needed and help you work out the rest.
Frequently asked questions
Do you serve Boca Raton and West Palm Beach?
Yes, Palm Beach County is part of our service area.
Is the process different in Broward?
The Florida rules are the same. The funeral home and local registrar handle local details.
Can you coordinate with my funeral home?
Yes. We work with the funeral home you choose.
How do I contact you quickly?
Call 786-565-9525. We are open 24 hours a day.
Do you ship to other states from Broward?
Yes. See our domestic shipping page.
Can the funeral home deliver the remains to the airport?
Some can; otherwise a transport provider is used. We coordinate either way.
Is a quote different for Palm Beach than Miami?
The route, the airline and the transport leg determine the price. Ask for a quote.
Do you charge for a first conversation?
No. Call us to talk through your situation and learn what would be involved.
Can you work with a funeral home I already chose?
Yes. Tell us which one and we will coordinate with them.
Keep reading
- Shipping Human Remains From Miami: What Families Should Know
- How Airlines Handle Human Remains as Cargo
- How Domestic Human Remains Shipping Works Between U.S. States
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Need help?
Funeral Shipping coordinates domestic and international funeral shipping, including the supporting documents, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Learn more about our service areas services, request a quote, or call 786-565-9525.
This article is general information, not legal advice. Requirements vary by destination, carrier and circumstances and can change. Always confirm current rules with the relevant authority, and note that no timing or outcome is guaranteed.