Moving to Canada
Moving from the UK to Canada involves considerably more planning than a European move, particularly when arranging international shipping, Canadian customs clearance and final delivery.
ClickMoves provides international removal services from the UK to destinations throughout Canada. Whether you are moving a few boxes and personal belongings or the contents of a complete household, we can arrange a service suited to the size of your shipment and your preferred timescale.
We regularly arrange removals and personal-effects shipments to Canada and can coordinate the process from collection in the UK through to customs clearance and delivery at your new home.
Removal services from the UK to Canada
We offer flexible removal and shipping options depending on the volume of your belongings, destination and required delivery timescale.
For smaller shipments, our shared or groupage service provides a cost-effective way of sending personal effects to Canada. For larger household moves, we can arrange exclusive container shipping.
Shared and groupage removals to Canada
Our groupage service is ideal if you are moving a smaller quantity of furniture, boxes and personal belongings and do not require an entire shipping container.
Your belongings are consolidated with other shipments travelling to Canada, allowing the cost of international transport to be shared. This can make groupage particularly suitable for smaller moves and customers who have some flexibility over the delivery schedule.
We can collect from locations throughout the UK and arrange international shipping, customs clearance and onward delivery to your destination in Canada.
Exclusive container removals to Canada
For larger household moves, ClickMoves can arrange an exclusive shipping container for your belongings.
Depending on the volume of your shipment, a 20-foot or 40-foot container can be used exclusively for your move. This is particularly suitable for customers moving the contents of a complete home or those who prefer not to share container space with other shipments.
We can coordinate collection in the UK, loading and export arrangements, ocean freight to Canada, customs clearance and final delivery.
Customs requirements when moving from the UK to Canada
Household goods and personal effects entering Canada are subject to Canadian customs regulations. The documentation required will depend on your circumstances, including your immigration status and whether you are returning to Canada or establishing residence there.
People moving to Canada may be able to import qualifying used household goods and personal effects without paying duties and taxes, provided the relevant Canadian customs requirements are met.
An important part of the process is preparing a detailed inventory of the belongings you are bringing into Canada, including any items that will arrive separately after you.
ClickMoves can guide you through the documentation required for your shipment and coordinate the customs-clearance process with our Canadian partners.
Collection and delivery throughout Canada
ClickMoves can arrange collection from locations throughout England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
In Canada, we can arrange onward delivery to destinations across the country, including Toronto and Ontario, Montreal and Quebec, Vancouver and British Columbia, Calgary and Alberta, Ottawa and many other Canadian cities and regions.
Whether you are moving to a major city or a smaller destination, we can plan the transport and delivery according to your shipment and location.
How long do removals from the UK to Canada take?
Transit times depend on your destination, the type of service selected, shipping schedules, customs clearance and final delivery arrangements.
Groupage shipments normally take longer because your belongings travel as part of a consolidated load. Exclusive container services generally provide a more direct shipping schedule.
We will explain the expected timescale when arranging your move and keep you informed as your shipment progresses.
Frequently asked questions about moving to Canada
Can I send a small shipment from the UK to Canada?
Yes. Our groupage service is particularly suitable for smaller shipments of boxes, furniture and personal effects where a full container is not required.
Can you collect from anywhere in the UK?
Yes. We can arrange collections throughout England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and ship your belongings onward to destinations across Canada.
Do you offer full-container removals to Canada?
Yes. For larger household moves, we can arrange exclusive 20-foot or 40-foot container shipping from the UK to Canada.
Can ClickMoves help with Canadian customs paperwork?
Yes. We regularly arrange international removals to Canada and can advise you about the documentation required and coordinate customs clearance for your shipment.
How far in advance should I arrange my move?
Booking as early as possible gives us more flexibility when arranging collection, international shipping, customs clearance and delivery. However, depending on availability, we can also assist with moves arranged at shorter notice.
Get a Free Quote for Your Move to Canada
Planning a move from the UK to Canada? ClickMoves can arrange a removal service tailored to the size of your shipment, your destination and your preferred timescale, including groupage and exclusive container shipping.