Medical Repatriation Services – UK, Europe & Worldwide
24/7 Medical Repatriation by Air or Road
SkyCare provides trusted medical repatriation services for patients needing to return to or within the UK. Whether you're dealing with a medical emergency abroad or organising a planned transfer, our team offers 24/7 support and a range of medically supervised transport options — from air ambulance flights to cost-effective commercial medical escorts.
Safe, Bed-to-Bed Repatriation – Wherever You Are
We coordinate international and domestic patient transfers from Europe, the UK, and across the globe. Every case is handled with compassion, medical expertise, and a focus on patient safety.-
- Europe to UK: Road or air ambulance with full handover to hospital or home
- UK to Europe: Repatriation of patients from NHS/private hospitals to destinations across Europe
- Within the UK: Hospital-to-hospital transfers by air or road, often supported by NHS
- Worldwide to UK: Long-haul repatriation via commercial flight or air ambulance with medical escort
Private Medical Transport to London
For private individuals traveling to London for specialist care, we offer discreet, end-to-end medical transport services. Learn more about our private medical transport to London.
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Air Ambulance
SkyCare provides urgent and planned air ambulance repatriation for patients who require intensive medical support in flight. Our pressurised Pilatus PC-12 NGX aircraft are fully equipped to handle complex cases, including ICU-level care, and are staffed by experienced critical care teams.
We fly directly between hospitals or regional airports across the UK and Europe, delivering seamless, bed-to-bed transfers for critically ill or immobile patients. Every flight is coordinated by our 24/7 medical operations team to ensure safe, compliant, and compassionate care at every stage.
Commercial Medical Escort
For stable patients who don’t require a dedicated air ambulance, SkyCare offers medical escort repatriation on commercial flights. A nurse or doctor accompanies the patient throughout their journey — managing medications, mobility, and comfort every step of the way.
This is a cost-effective option for patients returning to the UK from long-haul destinations such as Australia, Southeast Asia, or the USA. Our team handles airline clearance, logistics, and in-flight care to make the journey safe, smooth, and fully supported.
Ground Ambulance Repatriation
For shorter routes or where air transport isn't necessary, SkyCare offers ground ambulance repatriation throughout the UK and across Europe. Our modern, fully equipped ambulances are staffed by medical professionals and supported by our central control team.
We regularly transport patients between hospitals, homes, and care facilities — both within the UK and cross-border into France, Germany, Spain and beyond. It's a safe, controlled option for non-emergency repatriation and continuity of care.
- 24/7 operations team for immediate support
- Critical care-qualified staff and medical escorts
- Bedside-to-bedside continuity of care
- Direct liaison with hospitals, insurers, and families
- Fleet of Pilatus PC-12 NGX aircraft
- Commercial flight medical escort for stable patients
- Spain to UK
- France to UK
- Portugal to UK
- Germany to UK
- Italy to UK
- Australia to UK
- USA to UK
- UK to Ireland
- UK to Channel Islands
- UK to Switzerland
- Fully regulated and insured medical repatriation company
- Trusted by families, embassies, and insurers
- Decades of combined experience in patient transport
- Multilingual support for international coordination
Select a country below to learn how SkyCare can help bring you or a loved one home safely.
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What our clients say.
Commercial Medical Escort from Boston, MA to London
SkyCare made a complex overseas transfer from Boston to London feel effortless. Craig and Sarah were outstanding — calm, professional, and always in touch. They handled everything, from visas to flight logistics, with genuine care and attention. The costs were very reasonable, but it was their empathy and support for both patient and family that made all the difference. I can’t recommend them enough.
Vietnam to London — Medical Repatriation by SkyCare.
Fantastic professional company. We couldn’t have done this without them. My friend suffered a stroke and was paralysed on the right side. Due to a technicality, his insurance wouldn’t cover repatriation, so we had to go private. If anyone is ever in the same position, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend SkyCare. They made a stressful situation feel manageable, and I’m so grateful for their calm, capable support throughout.
France to UK — Ski Injury Repatriation by SkyCare.
Fantastic service. I was repatriated from France after a skiing accident with multiple injuries. We contacted Craig at 4am and by 10pm I was home — ground ambulance, air ambulance, and ground ambulance again. Everything went smoothly with incredible medical care and kindness. After two miserable weeks in hospital, I finally felt safe and supported. I cannot thank SkyCare enough and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.
Vietnam to London — Stroke Repatriation by SkyCare.
Amazing team of people. My brother had a stroke in Vietnam and the insurance company were useless. SkyCare guided me through the process, sorted everything out, and got him safely home. The whole team were fantastic, but special thanks to the medical crew — Adam and Sarah — who flew out and did an incredible job. I can’t recommend SkyCare enough for their calm, professional help in such a difficult time.
UK to Malaysia — Long-Haul Medical Repatriation by SkyCare.
If you’re in the UK looking for a repatriation company, I couldn’t recommend SkyCare enough. They arranged medical transport for my dad from London to Kuala Lumpur — a 12-hour flight. From my first message, they responded quickly and handled all documents and approvals efficiently. Huge thanks to Craig for making everything smooth and to Nurse Nav for caring for my dad the whole way home.
Spain to UK — Stroke Repatriation by SkyCare.
SkyCare were brilliant with us, helping to bring my dad home to England after he suffered a stroke in Spain. From the moment we reached out to the day of the repatriation itself, the entire team showed professionalism, compassion, and expertise. We felt fully supported and reassured throughout the process. Thank you to everyone involved — I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend SkyCare to anyone in a similar situation.
Las Palmas to UK — Air Ambulance Repatriation by SkyCare.
Thank you to Craig and Ben for organising our return home from Las Palmas. My dad was extremely anxious about the process, but everything ran so smoothly at every stage. Mum is now safe in Maidstone Hospital, and she’s just happy to be somewhere she can easily communicate. The whole experience was calm, compassionate, and professional — we really appreciate everything SkyCare did to make it seamless.
— Pete McNair (via email)
Accreditations
British Business & General Aviation Association
European Business Aviation Association
Pilatus Fleet
AOC (Air operator certificate) #2480
National Business Aviation Association
