Do you dream of relocating to another (likely warmer!) country, but worry about the hassle of the upheaval? Here at Steeles of Stamford, we are industry experts when it comes to moving customers to other countries.
Whether you’re concerned about culture, the weather, logistics or red tape, we’ve helped many clients to make a successful, smooth move abroad – in all manner of difficult situations.
Don’t get us wrong, moving internationally is no small task and can be a very stressful experience, which is why we have a dedicated team to help make the process as seamless as possible, leaving you to enjoy your new life abroad.
We’ve compiled a list of the things that you may need to consider when planning a move to a different country. This includes:
Moving belongings abroad
Our experienced team has the knowledge and skills to move you safely anywhere around the world. We can offer packing, transporting, delivering, unpacking and assembling services to suit your needs, as well as handling all customs paperwork.
We’re proud members of the British Association of Removers (BAR), which is an organisation that represents international movements – meaning you’ve got extra peace of mind.
If you choose to use our International Removals Service, you’ll just need to let us know where you’re moving to, and we’ll do the rest! Our estimator will assess what you need to move, how it’ll need packing and the size of container required.
With our extensive experience, we can offer our best guidance on timescales too, as well as how to transport unusual items and the best ways to take your pets on the journey safely.
We usually recommend an overseas shipping container, with one 20ft container normally having enough room for the contents of a 3-bedroom house. If you’ve got more than that though, don’t worry! There are plenty of 40ft containers available too if you need them.
Packing for your move abroad
When it comes to moving overseas, we’d highly recommend taking advantage of our professional packing service, as many countries don’t like owner-packed goods. It is usually these items that are selected for intensive customs examinations, which can cause a delay.
Our professional packing service includes:
- The team of expert packers will pack everything up over a period of 2-3 days, providing strong, high-quality packing materials to ensure that your goods remain safe throughout the journey.
- Our crew will also create an inventory list for all items to help with customs clearance and prevent any delays, supplying all required customs forms too.
- The team will load every item into the shipping container carefully on move day, adding a seal on the door to make sure it’s extra secure.
- We’ll keep you updated on sailing times so that you can keep track of your belongings and know when to expect them at your new home.
- When the container arrives in the new country, we can organise any temporary storage if it’s needed. When you’re ready, the container will be delivered to your new home and unloaded, ready for your new beginning!
UK border issues
Most of our crossings go without any sizable delays at the UK border, but if this were to happen, we’d be with you every step of the way – even if that means we’ll be patiently waiting in our lorries for hours on end while you go on through.
At Steeles, we regularly transport our clients’ belongings between the UK and Europe, so going through the checks and procedures at the borders is second nature.
When you hire us to transport your items, you can make your own trip across at your leisure, knowing we’ll be taking great care of your belongings – ensuring that they arrive safely as planned.
If you’re moving abroad, then our expert team is more than happy to help! Get in touch today for a free, no obligation consultation.