Death of a U.S. citizen abroad

The American Citizen Services Section can assist family and friends in the event of the death of a U.S. citizen in Poland.  We can act as liaison in arranging the disposition of remains and help with forwarding personal effects.  The family or legal representative must pay all funeral home charges, shipping costs for the remains and personal effects (if applicable).  We will work with any funeral home selected by the family to ensure proper documentation for shipment of remains to the United States. We also maintain a list of a few funeral homes that have experience with international shipment of remains.

Even if no assistance is needed in making funeral arrangements, the death of a U.S. citizen, whether resident or tourist in Poland, should be reported to the Embassy or Consulate so that a Report of Death of a U.S. Citizen Abroad can be issued.  This document is necessary to settle legal and estate matters in the United States. 

For more information on death of a U.S. citizen in Poland please visit Death of a U.S. citizen in Poland.

Additional information regarding death of a U.S. citizen abroad is available at the Department of State website.