Removals to Hong Kong from the UK
Part Container & Full Container
Professional Packing Service
Complete Customs clearance
How do removals to Hong Kong from the UK work?
Removals to Hong Kong from the UK travel by sea freight in a full or part container, or by air freight when you need your belongings quickly. Removals.co.uk packs and inventories everything at your UK address, books the freight, handles clearance at both ends and delivers into your Hong Kong home.
Planning to move Hong Kong? No matter it is for work, family, or just a change of scenery, relocating internationally can be daunting. That’s where we can help. We at Removals.co.uk are experts in making your move to Hong Kong, as seamless and smooth as possible.
With years of experience in international removals, we will take care of every aspect of your move from packing up your belongings in the UK to unpacking them in your new home in Hong Kong.
How long do removals to Hong Kong take?
Sea freight to Hong Kong takes 6 to 8 weeks door to door in a full container, and 8 to 12 weeks in a part load, because a shared container waits to be filled and clears alongside other shipments. Air freight runs 7 to 14 days. Customs clearance and delivery from the port are included in those figures.
Choose a full container if you have a fixed date to work to, and a part load if the saving matters more than the timing. The range moves with sailing schedules and the time of year, so your written quote carries the dates for your actual booking rather than an average.
Should I use a part container or a full container to Hong Kong?
Choose a part container, also called a part load, when you are sending less than a full household: you share the container and pay only for the space your belongings occupy. Choose a full container for a whole home, where the container is sealed at your door and clears as one consignment in your name.
Is every Hong Kong move quoted individually?
We have been improving our services for many years now and understand that no two global moves are the same. Additionally, neither are countless individual budgets and requirements, so we tailor our solutions to fit your requirements – one more reason why we are one of the top international removals companies.
What is included in a removal to Hong Kong?
Your move includes a dedicated removal coordinator, export packing in industry-standard materials, a full inventory, collection from your UK address, sea or air freight, customs clearance at both ends, and delivery into your Hong Kong home. Daily box and carton collection runs Monday to Friday for smaller consignments.
- A dedicated removal coordinator to manage your move and offer support throughout the process.
- Use of high-quality and industry-standard materials for packing.
- Efficient pickup and loading of your goods onto shipping containers.
- Custom clearances and delivery of your goods at your desired location in Hong Kong
- Comprehensive insurance for protection.
Which parts of Hong Kong do you deliver to?
We deliver across Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories, from Victoria City, Kennedy Town and Kwun Tong to Sha Tin, Tuen Mun, Yuen Long and Tai Po, and out to Discovery Bay and North Lantau. Your quote covers the full door to door journey, including the leg from the port.
We at Removals.co.uk provide comprehensive moving services to various locations across Hong Kong, including:
- Kowloon
- Victoria City
- Fanling
- Sheung Shui
- Tsuen Wan
- Jardine’s Lookout
- Sha Tin
- Tuen Mun
- Shek O
- Sai Kung
- North Lantau
- Lei Yue Mun
- Yuen Long
- Tai Po
- Kennedy Town
- Stanley
- Discovery Bay
- Aberdeen
- Kwun Tong
- Ma Wan
How much do removals to Hong Kong cost?
The cost of a removal to Hong Kong depends on four things: the volume you are sending, whether you take a part container or a full one, whether you travel by sea or by air, and how easily a vehicle can reach the door at both ends. Every quote is written after a survey, so the figure is yours rather than an average.
At Removals.co.uk, we always strive to offer affordable shipping solutions to Hong Kong. We have multiple options that cater to the different needs of families and businesses:
Part-Load Service: It is ideal for smaller shipments which enable you to share container space with others and you only have to pay for the space you occupy.
Sole-Use Container: This option is suitable for larger or bulky items and you can opt for 20ft or 40ft container. Here, you will need to pay for entire container.
The final cost of shipping will depend on the timeline and destination in Hong Kong and your move coordinator will provide you with a comprehensive quote before you agree to anything.
Should I send my belongings to Hong Kong by sea freight or air freight?
Sea freight is the economical choice for a household move and carries furniture, appliances and boxes in a full or part container. Air freight is the fastest method and suits urgent or smaller consignments, where speed matters more than cost. Both include customs clearance at each end.
Air Freight
If you need your belongings in Hong Kong quickly, an airfreight service is best as it is the fastest international shipping method for moving your goods overseas. Air freight shipping is quite convenient, but has the highest price tag. Your quote for Hong Kong Shipping will be based on the weight of your consignment, making it less cost efficient for larger shipments like from a whole house removal.
If you are just sending a one-bedroom apartment, some boxes of clothes, or a few items of furniture to Hong Kong but need them urgently, air freight will be an ideal method of delivery. Many clients will use our air freight to Hong Kong service together with an alternative method of transport. For example, they may send a small number of items that they need urgently via air freight and everything else they can send preferably in a shipping container (20ft or 40ft) to save costs.
Another consideration, when determining the cost of your international Shipping to Hong Kong via air freight, is what you will do with your household goods when they arrive in Hong Kong. You can either choose to collect your goods from the airport yourself or ask our dedicated international moving teams to deliver your goods to your new home in Hong Kong.
Sea Freight
Sea freight is the most affordable option for large shipments, although it does take longer than air freight.
We have two sea freight services to choose from:
Shared Container: This option is perfect if you are only moving a small amount of your belongings and involves you sharing space in a shared 20ft or 40ft container. You are only charged for the amount of space your items take up.
Full Container Load: If you are moving entire household or larger items you will need a dedicated 20ft or 40ft container. This service gives you exclusive access to the use of the container for your belongings.
Australia, Canada, USA, South Africa, Hong Kong, Dubai, Asia, South America, Tenerife, Greece, and Cyprus are a few popular destinations. Also, we offer full shipping, box-only shipping and furniture shipping to over 200 destinations. We pack your goods sufficiently, ship in a timely manner and deliver safely to your new home in Hong Kong.
Do I pay import duty on household goods in Hong Kong?
No. Hong Kong is a free port and levies no customs tariff on imports, so your furniture, clothing and personal effects arrive duty free. Only four things carry excise duty: liquor above 30 percent alcohol, tobacco, hydrocarbon oil and methyl alcohol. Personal effects clear as ordinary cargo, and duty on anything dutiable packed inside them still applies.
That last point is the one that catches people out. Hong Kong gives no duty-free concession on dutiable goods packed inside a household shipment, so a case of wine travelling with your furniture is treated exactly as it would be if you imported it on its own. If you are moving a wine collection, tell your coordinator before the container is loaded, so the duty is declared and settled properly rather than discovered at the port. Everything else in a normal household move, from furniture and white goods to books, clothing, kitchenware and toys, crosses the border without a tariff.
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
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
Why choose Removals.co.uk for removals to Hong Kong?
Removals.co.uk has completed over 10,000 moves and is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 110 Trustpilot reviews. We are members of Approved Movers in the UK, and we only work with overseas agents who are members of BAR or FIDI. We ship full and part containers to Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories.
We at Removals.co.uk bring extensive experience and industry knowledge to the table and have helped thousands of individuals and businesses to move internationally to Hong Kong easily. Below are a few reasons why our clients keep coming back to us:
- Extensive experiences in handling international moves that help ensure your belongings are safe.
- Customised moving solutions to suit your specific needs and budget.
- No hidden charges and clear and competitive rates.
- Dedicated move coordinator.
- A global network of accredited shipping agents and partners.
Daily Dedicated Box Collection Services
Our efficient movers and packers offer a box and carton collection service from Monday to Friday, to be sent on shipping to Hong Kong. With daily collection service, you can choose a day and time that works for you. This way you stay calm and organised for your move.
Excess Baggage & Luggage to Hong Kong
Taking an extended vacation to Hong Kong, but concerned about excess baggage fees at the airport? With Removals.co.uk, you can put these thoughts behind you. We are not only excess baggage specialists but we can ensure your excess baggage reaches your destination safely and at a cost-effective price.
Removals to Hong Kong: frequently asked questions
Do I pay import duty on my belongings in Hong Kong?
No. Hong Kong is a free port with no customs tariff on imports, so household goods arrive duty free. The only excise duties are on liquor above 30 percent alcohol, tobacco, hydrocarbon oil and methyl alcohol, and those still apply if they are packed inside your shipment.
Should I choose a part container or a full container?
Choose a part container, or part load, for anything less than a full household: you share the container and pay for the space you use. Choose a full container for a whole home, sealed at your door and cleared as one consignment in your name.
Can I send just a few boxes to Hong Kong?
Yes. We run a box and carton collection service Monday to Friday, and a part container lets a small consignment share space rather than paying for a container of its own. Air freight suits a small urgent shipment.
Which parts of Hong Kong do you deliver to?
Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories, including Victoria City, Kennedy Town, Kwun Tong, Sha Tin, Tuen Mun, Yuen Long, Tai Po, Discovery Bay and North Lantau. Delivery is door to door, so the leg from the port is in your quote.
Is air freight worth it to Hong Kong?
Air freight is the fastest way to get your belongings to Hong Kong and is worth it for urgent items or a small consignment. For a full household move sea freight is far more economical, and many people send a small air shipment alongside a sea container.
Who handles the customs paperwork?
We do, at both ends. We prepare the export documentation in the UK and arrange clearance in Hong Kong, where personal effects are cleared as ordinary cargo.
Can you take excess baggage and luggage?
Yes. If you are facing airline excess baggage charges we can send the extra cases and boxes as freight instead, packed and documented by us and delivered to your Hong Kong address.
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