SOCIAL SCIENCE FACULTY

LANGUAGE SCHOOL DEPARTAMENT

ENGLISH LANGUAJE MAYOR

ENGLISH SPECIALIZED IN HOTELS AND TURISM

TUTOR:
HUGO ARMANDO ORTEGA FLORES

TOPIC: THE REPATRIATION

MEMBERS: KATYA ZENAYDA HERNANDEZ MELENDEZ

JOEL EDGARDO PERZ BLANCO
DIEGO EDENILSON PERDOMO RAMIREZ
JOSE RONALDO AYALA AREVALO
JOSE ALFREDO ALFARO TICAS
What the repatriation is?
Repatriation is the act of returning a person to his or her country of origin. It can be voluntary or
involuntary, depending on whether the person leaves of his own free will or if he is forced to leave
the country in which he is.

Repatriation may be necessary for various reasons, such as health problems, termination of an
employment contract, deportation, return of citizens studying or working abroad, and repatriation of
the mortal remains of a deceased.

When a person is repatriated, the government authorities of the country of origin are responsible for
their reception and ensure that the process is safe and legal. The repatriation process usually involves
the transportation of the person from one country to another, the coordination of travel documents
and permits, and other practical considerations.

advantages
It is important to note that repatriation can be a traumatic process for many people, especially if they
are being forced to leave their home and community. In addition, the costs of repatriation can be very
high, which can be an obstacle for many individuals and families. As such, it is important that the
authorities are involved in the planning and coordination of repatriation to ensure their safety and
well-being throughout the process.

The repatriation of a Salvadoran citizen who died in the United States to El Salvador can have
several advantages, both from an emotional, logistical and legal point of view.

1- Fulfillment of wishes and cultural traditions.

2- Repatriation allows the remains of the deceased to return to their country of origin, which can be
important from a cultural and religious perspective. This allows the family and the community to
follow the funeral traditions and rituals of El Salvador.

3- Emotional support.

4- They can choose if they want the incinerated body or the complete body.

Disadvantages

 High costs.
 The process of moving the body may become complicated and the process can no longer be
carried out depending on how the person died.
 If repatriation is not paid, the body is buried in another country.
  Another disadvantage is that it may not be possible to bring the body if not only the ashes
depending on the country obviously.

Repatriation related to El Salvador

Repatriation in the context of El Salvador typically refers to the process of returning Salvadoran
nationals to their home country after having lived or worked abroad. This can happen for various
reasons, such as the expiration of a visa, deportation, or voluntary return. The government of El
Salvador may have programs or agencies in place to assist with the repatriation process and provide
support to returning citizens. It's essential to check with the relevant authorities or organizations for
the most up-to-date information on repatriation procedures and resources.

process varies according to the individual circumstances of each person.

If it is a person who was deported, the repatriation process is supervised by the government of El
Salvador and the Embassy of El Salvador in the destination country. The deported person is put in
contact with the corresponding authorities in El Salvador, who provide assistance for his return to the
country.

If it is a person who wishes to repatriate voluntarily, there are organizations that provide assistance in
the return process. For example, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) offers assisted
voluntary return programs through which support is provided in the planning and financing of the
return trip.

Generally speaking, the repatriation process involves obtaining identification and travel documents,
purchasing tickets and air or ground transportation, and assistance on arrival in the destination
country.

In the case of returnees due to death, the procedures and requirements vary depending on the country
of origin and the country where the death occurred. Usually, the embassy or consulate of the country
of origin must be notified and will provide consular assistance and guidance on the next steps. It will
also be necessary to coordinate with the funeral home in the country where the body is located so
that the transfer takes place. In addition, all necessary documents must be obtained, such as the death
certificate and permission from the competent authority for the transfer of the body. The expenses
associated with repatriation should also be covered by the family or appropriate insurance.
Voluntary and involuntary repatriation.

Voluntary repatriation is when a person decides to return to their country of origin of their own free
will, while involuntary repatriation is when a person is forced to return to their country of origin by
the authorities.

An example of voluntary repatriation would be when a person decides to return to their country of
origin because they miss their family, while an example of involuntary repatriation would be when a
person is deported for not having the necessary documents to stay in a country.

Is it the same process?

No, the process of voluntary repatriation and involuntary repatriation can vary in terms of legal
procedures and logistics since involuntary repatriation usually involves the government or
immigration authorities.

In the case of voluntary repatriation, the person may take the initiative to return to his country of
origin for different personal reasons, and usually assumes the responsibility and costs associated with
his return. You can contact the embassies or consulates to receive assistance in terms of procedures
and logistical support.

On the other hand, in involuntary repatriation, the immigration authorities

may order the return of a person to his or her country of origin due to legal reasons, such as
violations of immigration laws or crimes committed. In this case, the authorities will be responsible
for coordinating and executing the repatriation process, which may include detention and forced
transportation through bilateral agreements between the countries involved.
Procedures for repatriation of the body
“In this process, you must identify where the body is located geographically, country, state, city. And
under the custody of what entity it is, such as legal medicine, hospital, nursing home, etc. Once it is
clear which entity has custody of the body, it is necessary to process a claim by the next of kin, with
the legally admissible authorizations for the institution that has custody of the body.

Once the contracted funeral home has custody of the body, aspects such as: type of death, type of
desired service (repatriation of the body or repatriation of ashes) must be taken into account. Once
the above is determined, the process can begin with the different estates or entities involved in the
process, the required documents, among others, include:

 Death certificate.

 Apostille of the death certificate (If the country of death is not part of the HAGUE
agreement, it is required to legalize the docuEmbalmin

 Embalming letter.
 Health authorization.

 Letter of no infectious diseases.

 Burial or cremation permicre

 consular registry.

 The procedures will vary depending on the country of origin and the country of destination,
since there are special regulations in each government, in the airlines and in the customs of
the country of destination.