Moving from New Zealand to the United Kingdom? Whether you're chasing new career opportunities, reuniting with family, or just ready for a fresh start, Transworld makes the move simple. With over 30 years of experience in international removals, we take care of the logistics, so you can focus on your next adventure.
Relocating your household across the world can feel overwhelming, but with the right team, it’s a smooth process. At Transworld, we specialise in shipping furniture from New Zealand to the UK, ensuring everything arrives safely. From expertly packing your items to handling customs and final delivery, we manage every step. Whether you're shipping an entire houseful of furniture, few key pieces, or excess baggage, our experienced movers make sure your belongings are in safe hands.
With depots across New Zealand and a trusted network in the UK, we get your shipment where it needs to go—quickly and efficiently.
No two moves are the same, which is why we offer flexible shipping options to suit your needs:
FCL is the ideal option for families or individuals moving their entire household. With a container reserved solely for your belongings, you’ll enjoy ample space and enhanced security. This direct shipping method ensures your items reach the United Kingdom quickly and efficiently.
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If you’re moving a smaller household, groupage shipping is a cost effective solution. By sharing a container with other people relocating to the United Kingdom, you save on costs while still enjoying a reliable shipping process. While groupage takes slightly longer, it’s a great option for non-urgent shipments.
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For urgent or high-priority items, air freight offers unparalleled speed. While more expensive, it’s the quickest way to ship essential belongings to the UK. Perfect for items you need immediately or those that require special handling.
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The cost of moving furniture from New Zealand to the United Kingdom depends on several factors, including the size of your shipment, the shipping method, and your final destination. Groupage is the most cost-effective choice for small moves, while FCL is ideal for larger relocations. For a tailored quote, get in touch with us today.
When you relocate furniture from New Zealand to the UK, it will first be processed at one of our strategically located depots before being delivered to your desired destination. With domestic hubs in Auckland, Tauranga, Christchurch, and Wellington, we handle moves from most major cities across the country, including but not limited to:
Transworld isn’t just another moving company—we’re New Zealand’s leading international movers, trusted by thousands to handle relocations with unmatched expertise. Here are just a few of the reasons why you should trust Transworld to make your move smooth, efficient, and stress-free:
Approximate door to door transit times, including packing and unpacking, are as follows:
FCL: Allowing for Customs and Quarantine delays at destination, shipping to the UK will take approximately 12-16 weeks.
Groupage: Because we need to wait until we have enough consignments to fill the container, shipping can take a little longer. Transit times can vary depending on your actual destination, please discuss with your sales rep. Once the container is full, sailing times will be approximately 14-18 weeks.
Air Freight: As the fastest shipping option, air freight will usually take 2-3 weeks.
If you're wanting to important firearms or weapons to the UK, you will need a Firearm or Shotgun Certificate from the Chief Officer of Police in the area in which you're planning to live.
Until the certificate has been granted, your firearms or weapons will be held by UK Customs. Your shipment will also require a full Customs inspection, which will incur additional costs.
The importation of other types of weapons, including flick knives, daggers, swordsticks, knuckle dusters, replica guns, BB guns and unsafe firearms, plus self-defence sprays, is prohibited.
The Pet Travel Scheme (PETS) simplifies the process for importing your pet into the UK without the need for quarantine. Transworld can arrange all pet transport requirements on your behalf.
To be eligible for the PETS, your dog or cat must:
If you're looking at shipping your vehicle to UK, the Transworld team can help. You can import your car or motorcycle into the UK duty free, as long as you've:
To import your vehicle to the UK, you will need to provide:
Here at Transworld, we offer a complete door-to-door service. This means we take care of all Customs and Quarantine requirements.
With experienced and qualified experts, we understand the ins and outs of the British customs and quarantine regulations. Our helpful team are here to prepare your goods and manage all the paperwork needed.
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