Certificate for repatriation of a body or ashes to Poland – Poland in Australia

The consul issues the certificate required to transport the body or ashes of a deceased person from Australia to Poland. The family or an authorised funeral director can apply.

Where to apply in Australia

Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Sydney (10 Trelawney Street, Woollahra NSW) covers Australia except the ACT; the Embassy in Canberra covers the ACT. Honorary consuls do not issue passports.

Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of Poland.

How to apply

Book an appointment on the e-Konsulat system (e-konsulat.gov.pl) | apply at the competent post in person, through a representative or by post | collect the certificate in person or have it posted at your cost

Applications are handled through e-Konsulat (Polish MFA online booking system), https://www.e-konsulat.gov.pl/.

Documents you need

Burial permit from the Polish starosta or city president (a priest's or parish certificate is not accepted)
Apostilled death certificate
For a body: embalming certificate and certification that a sealed metal coffin holds only the deceased
For ashes: cremation certificate and certification of the sealed urn contents

Fees and processing time

Official fee: AUD 101

Processing time: Issued without delay, no later than 3 days after application.

Good to know

Refusal can be appealed to the Minister of Foreign Affairs within 7 days. Page shows no date.

Official sources

Check before you apply

This page summarises information published by Poland's official channels, last checked on 24 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.

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Poland: Certificate for repatriation of a body or ashes to Poland in Australia