Originally Posted by
UKtravelbear
If your friend was a UK citizen it may be useful to contact the nearest British Consulate to see if there are any other requirements such as informing the UK Coroner and the Pensions Agency that may be required.
hM coroner has no part to play in the importation of ashes. The death of a UK citizen does not legally need to be registered in the UK, the Am erican death certificate will be sufficient for administering an estate and gaining probate if necessary.
Stuart