Transfer ashes or bone remains to another municipality after exhumation from family tombs

It is possible for private citizens or delegated companies to request the transfer of ashes or bone remains to another Italian municipality following an exhumation from family tombs.

Request

Prepare for the issuance of the transport decree

  • a tax stamp request of €16,00 (generally made at the same time as the request for exhumation of the deceased);
  • consent of: spouse/civil partner or, failing this, the closest relative. If there are multiple relatives of the same degree, everyone's consent is required, accompanied by photocopies of the valid identity documents of each signatory relative;
  • an additional revenue stamp of €16,00 to be affixed to the transport decree issued by the Municipality.
     

In case of delegation to a company it is also necessary:

  • the delegation and a copy of an identity document of the delegating person.
     

Ninety-Year Burials Office 
via Larga, 12 – 1st floor – room 118
opening hours: Monday to Friday from 8am to 30pm

Updated: 22/11/2023