International Shipping from the UK
Door-to-door international shipping by sea and air, with packing, customs clearance and delivery handled by one coordinator.
Removals.co.uk, the International Shipping Company You Can Trust
Worldwide shipping can seem like a mammoth task to even the most organised of people. However, there is no need to be intimidated by an international relocation when you have Removals.co.uk alongside you.
We not only have a wealth of experience in shipping overseas, we also have worldwide connections with fully-accredited shipping agents and service partners, so you receive first-class service wherever you are in the world.
Over the years we have fine-tuned our economical, trusted and swift international shipping services, and we are proud of our standing as one of the UK’s most reliable overseas shipping companies.
Get a Free International Shipping Quote
Tell us where your shipment is going and roughly what is moving. A coordinator will come back to you within 24 hours with a free, no-obligation quote.
What Is Included in Your International Shipping Services?
Following many years in the industry, we understand that no two international shipments are the same. Equally, no two budgets are the same, so we tailor the service so the package you receive suits you.
- A dedicated move coordinator to organise your relocation
- Packing in the strongest industry-approved materials
- Loading onto a shipping container and shipping to your chosen country
- Customs clearance, delivery to your address and unpacking
- Customs clearances, terminal fees, shipping fees and insurance
Why people trust us with a move
These are not our words. They are our customers, on a review site we do not control.
- 4.6 out of 5 from 110 reviews on Trustpilot, rated Excellent
- Over 10,000 moves completed
- Typically replies within 24 hours, as shown on the Trustpilot profile
- Our own yard and storage at Riverside Industrial Estate, Fazeley, Tamworth
- Members of Approved Movers in the UK, and we only work with overseas agents who are members of BAR or FIDI
- Reviewing since October 2020, and still collecting them every month
From contact to collection everything has been really smooth. All emails were answered promptly. The three guys that came and collected our things were super friendly, helpful and extremely careful with our belongings.
Vanessa, May 2026 – verified Trustpilot review
Reliable, efficient and responsive. This is the second time I have used Removals for an overseas move. I cannot fault them in any way. They guided me through the process so I knew exactly what to do and expect.
Verified customer, May 2026 – verified Trustpilot review
This was a first experience requiring an international moving company and I had absolutely no idea what the process was. From the first pledge of dedication to the final concluding email, I was met with extreme patience and kind, encouraging words.
Martha Anderson, May 2026 – verified Trustpilot review
What Countries Do You Serve for Overseas Shipping?
Every year we help businesses, families and individuals move from the United Kingdom to all corners of the world. No destination is too close or too far, so wherever you are heading, our international shipping services have almost certainly been there already. Below are some of our most popular destinations, although we are not limited to these.
What Items Can I Send When Shipping Worldwide?
Our seasoned international shippers can send just about anything you throw our way. Over the years we have become experts in sending everything from a single box of clothing to a whole home load, so if you are unsure about an item, your coordinator will tell you straight.
Personal effects
- Boxes of clothing and belongings
- Sports equipment and musical instruments
- Excess baggage
Home contents
Business and vehicles
- Office furniture and equipment
- Commercial stock
- Cars and motorbikes
What Are Your International Shipping Costs?
Removals.co.uk believes in keeping our international shipping rates as economical as possible, so we have options to suit all budgets and requirements.
Your removal coordinator will assess the items you need to send overseas, then advise whether a part-load or a sole-use shipping container is the better method.
Our part-load service lets you ship goods inside a shared container, and you only pay for the space your belongings take up. That is the sensible option for a smaller load. With a sole-use container you pay for exclusive use of a 20ft or 40ft container and fill it however you like, which is ideal for whole home loads, bulky furniture or a vehicle.
Your end destination also affects the cost of shipping abroad, so your coordinator will talk you through the options for your route.
Two ways to price it
What Are the Shipping Methods for Sending Items Overseas?
Almost every international shipping job travels by sea or by air. Which one suits you comes down to how much you are sending, how quickly you need it, and what you want to spend.
International Shipping via Air Freight
Air freight is the fastest way to get things overseas, so it suits urgent shipments, smaller loads and anything you need at the other end quickly.
We specialise in outbound air freight from the UK to destinations across Europe, the USA and Canada, the Middle East and Dubai, Australia and New Zealand, and Asia and Africa. Whether you are sending a few boxes, relocating personal goods or moving commercial cargo, we handle the booking, the paperwork and the delivery.
There is more detail on our air freight page.
International Shipping via Sea Freight
On a global scale, container shipping by sea freight is the popular choice because of its cost-effectiveness and its ease for clients. Depending on your destination, sea freight can be a slow process, so we recommend you allow ample time for your delivery.
A shared shipping container (20ft or 40ft) is perfect if you are shipping a one-bedroom flat, a studio apartment or a small office. All of your boxes and household furnishings are wrapped, packed and loaded onto a shared container, and you pay only for the space your belongings occupy.
A dedicated container load is the ideal method if you need to send an entire home load or a large commercial office with equipment and furniture. You pay for personal use of a 20ft or 40ft container. The 20ft will comfortably fit a three-bedroom home, and the 40ft leaves ample space to send a vehicle alongside your other goods.
Thanks to our memberships with a number of world-recognised shipping and removals associations, you can be confident that wherever you are in the world, you receive the same premium service as in the UK.
Why Should I Choose Removals.co.uk for International Shipping?
We could go on for hours about why you should choose Removals.co.uk to handle your overseas shipping, so here are just a few reasons.
- A removals coordinator who answers your queries as soon as you have them
- Free, no-obligation worldwide shipping quotes
- Price match service, even though our international shipping rates are already keen
- All-inclusive packing, shipping and delivery so you do not lift a finger
If your shipment is heading into the UK rather than out of it, HMRC publishes its own guidance on bringing goods into the UK for personal use.
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Ready to Ship Overseas?
Fill out our online form to receive a free, no-obligation quote. Then one of our coordinators will come back to you within 24 hours.