Shipping the Ashes

Steps to Make Shipping the Ashes an Easier Process

Planning a direct cremation in Yukon, OK , requires multiple steps, and one of those might be sending the cremated remains to an international or domestic location. If you’ve never been through this experience before, it might be confusing where to start, so we have gathered the steps and some considerations you can take to make this experience successful.

One of the first recommendations in this process is to use the free kit provided by USPS. The kit can be ordered online and has everything you need to get the urn shipped correctly. There are two different options available, the first one being just the box and the second with the express mail tape, bubble wrap, container, and self-sealing plastic bag.

In addition, it is recommended to use this container because it is more easily recognized by USPS, which can result in quicker and more careful delivery of the item.

There is a specific label that needs to be applied to the container that you’re using. This is Label 139, and if you choose to use your box and materials for shipping the remains, it needs to be applied to all the outside surfaces of the container, including the top and bottom. Label 139 has the words cremated remains printed on it in bold letters and bright colors because this will bring attention to what’s inside the package and ensure a more careful delivery.

When you are packing the box, you also want to make sure that you place the urn in a self-sealing plastic bag because this will prevent spilling or sifting during transport. It is also recommended to add additional bubble wrap to ensure the urn does not move during shipment.

In some situations, there may be a need to ship the remains to an international destination. This can be more complicated because some countries don’t allow the remains to be sent to them, and others have different rules and regulations for each location. One way to ensure you have the correct information is to contact the embassy of the destination and find out any specific rules and regulations and get the appropriate documents for customs.

Shipping the remains doesn’t have to be a challenging experience with the correct information, and if you’re looking for support planning the direct cremation in Yukon, OK, we are here for you. We are a locally owned company that offers exceptional services at affordable costs based on integrity and honesty. We would love to help you through the process, so contact us today or visit our location if you have any questions or need to schedule a preplan appointment.