Moving to Austria
Moving your belongings from the UK to Austria is straightforward with the right planning. Since the UK left the European Union, household goods moving between the UK and Austria are subject to customs procedures, so it is important that the correct documentation is prepared before collection.
ClickMoves works with experienced international removal companies to provide door-to-door services between the UK and Austria, with options suitable for shipments of different sizes.
Removal services from the UK to Austria
The best way to move your belongings to Austria will depend on the size of your shipment, your preferred timescale and whether you require a shared or dedicated service.
We can arrange both shared groupage removals for smaller shipments and direct removal services for larger moves.
Shared and groupage removals to Austria
Groupage is usually the most cost-effective option for smaller international moves. Your belongings share vehicle space with other customers moving in the same direction, helping to reduce transport costs.
This can be particularly suitable if you are moving boxes, furniture, personal effects, student belongings or the contents of a small apartment.
Collections can be arranged throughout the UK, with onward delivery to destinations across Austria.
Direct and dedicated removals to Austria
For larger household moves, a direct or dedicated removal service may be more suitable. Your shipment is transported on a vehicle allocated specifically to your move rather than sharing space with other customers.
Dedicated removals generally provide greater flexibility over collection and delivery dates and are particularly suitable for full household moves or customers with larger volumes of furniture and personal effects.
Customs requirements when moving from the UK to Austria
Because Austria is a member of the European Union and the UK is no longer part of the EU customs territory, household goods moving from the UK to Austria must clear customs.
People transferring their normal residence from the UK to Austria may be able to import qualifying used household goods and personal effects without paying customs duty or import VAT, provided the relevant conditions are met.
The exact documentation required depends on your circumstances, but it may include an inventory or packing list, identification documents, proof of residence and documents showing that you are transferring your normal residence to Austria.
Your removal company or customs agent will advise you about the documentation required for your particular move.
Collection and delivery throughout Austria
We can arrange collection from homes, storage facilities and other addresses throughout England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Delivery can be arranged throughout Austria, including:
Vienna
Graz
Linz
Salzburg
Innsbruck
Klagenfurt
Villach
Wels
St. Pölten
and other towns and regions throughout Austria.
Whether you are moving to a major Austrian city or a smaller town, we can help identify a suitable door-to-door removal service.
How long do removals from the UK to Austria take?
Transit times depend on the type of service you choose, your collection and delivery locations, customs clearance and the volume of goods being moved.
Dedicated removals are generally faster because the vehicle travels directly to the destination. Groupage shipments normally take longer because several customers’ consignments are consolidated onto the same vehicle.
When comparing quotations, we can help you understand the estimated collection and delivery times for each option.
Frequently asked questions about moving to Austria
What is the cheapest way to move from the UK to Austria?
For smaller shipments, a shared or groupage removal service is generally the most economical option because transport space and costs are shared with other customers.
Can I move just a few boxes to Austria?
Yes. Groupage services are well suited to smaller consignments, including boxes, personal effects and individual pieces of furniture.
Can you move the contents of a whole house to Austria?
Yes. Larger household moves can usually be handled using a direct or dedicated removal vehicle, depending on the volume of your belongings.
Do my belongings need customs clearance in Austria?
Yes. Goods moving from the UK to Austria are subject to customs formalities because the UK is outside the EU customs territory.
Can used household goods be imported into Austria without duty?
People transferring their normal residence to Austria may qualify for relief from customs duty and import VAT on eligible used household goods and personal effects, subject to the applicable conditions and documentation.
Do you collect from anywhere in the UK?
Collections can be arranged throughout the UK, including England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, depending on the service selected.
Get a Free International Moving Quote
Tell us where you are moving from and to, what you need to move and your approximate moving date. ClickMoves will help you compare suitable international removal options for your move from the UK to Austria.