The Embassy or nearest consulate can assist family and friends in the event of the death of a U.S. citizen in Mexico. However, funeral homes in Mexico are generally well versed on the requirements of shipping remains to the U.S. and can complete the necessary paperwork to export the remains to the United States or to prepare the remains for local burial without the immediate involvement of the U.S. Embassy or consulate. Procedures and costs for the disposition of remains varies throughout Mexico. Information specific to each location is provided on the Embassy website at https://mx.usembassy.gov/death-of-a-u-s-citizen/ .