Moving to Germany
Whether you are relocating to Germany for work, family, retirement or simply a change of lifestyle, ClickMoves can arrange a reliable door-to-door removal service from anywhere in the UK to destinations throughout Germany.
We handle moves of all sizes, from a few boxes and personal belongings through to the contents of a complete home. Depending on the size of your shipment, your timescale and your requirements, we can arrange either a cost-effective groupage service or a dedicated direct removal.
Our team can also guide you through the customs requirements that now apply when moving personal belongings from the UK to Germany following Brexit.
Removal services from the UK to Germany
ClickMoves offers flexible removal options depending on the size of your move, your budget and how quickly you need your belongings delivered.
Groupage removals to Germany
For smaller moves and customers who are flexible about delivery dates, our groupage service is usually the most economical option. Your belongings share vehicle space with other customers moving in the same direction, so you only pay for the space your shipment requires.
This service is particularly suitable for boxes, personal effects, student moves, part-household moves and smaller furniture shipments.
Direct and exclusive removals to Germany
For larger household moves, or when you need greater control over collection and delivery dates, we can arrange a dedicated vehicle exclusively for your belongings.
A direct removal travels from your UK collection address to your destination in Germany without your shipment being consolidated with other customers’ goods. This can provide faster transit times and more flexibility when planning your move.
Customs requirements when moving from the UK to Germany
Since the UK left the European Union, household goods and personal belongings moving from the UK to Germany are subject to customs formalities.
If you are transferring your normal residence to Germany, your used household goods and personal belongings can normally qualify for relief from import duties and VAT, provided the relevant conditions are met. German customs rules generally require qualifying belongings to have been owned and used by you at your previous residence for at least six months before the move.
You will normally need to provide supporting documentation, which may include identification, evidence of your previous residence in the UK, evidence of your new residence in Germany and a detailed inventory of the belongings being moved.
ClickMoves will explain the documentation required for your particular move and work with our German partners to help ensure the customs paperwork is prepared correctly before your belongings are transported.
Certain goods, including alcohol, tobacco, commercial items and some restricted goods, may be treated differently and should be declared before your shipment is collected.
Collection and delivery throughout Germany
ClickMoves can arrange collection from addresses throughout the UK and delivery to destinations across Germany, including Berlin, Hamburg, Munich, Frankfurt, Cologne, Düsseldorf, Stuttgart and the surrounding regions.
Whether you are moving to a major German city or a smaller town or rural location, we can arrange a door-to-door service appropriate to the size of your shipment.
For groupage moves, collection and delivery dates are coordinated around our scheduled European services. For direct and exclusive removals, we can usually offer much greater flexibility over the collection and delivery schedule.
How long do removals from the UK to Germany take?
Transit times depend on the size of your shipment, your collection and delivery locations, and whether you choose a groupage or direct removal service.
For groupage removals, your belongings travel as part of a shared load, so the schedule allows time for the consolidation of several customers’ shipments. We will give you an estimated collection and delivery window when preparing your quotation.
For direct and exclusive removals, transit is normally considerably faster because the vehicle is dedicated to your move and travels directly from the UK towards your destination in Germany.
We will always discuss the expected timescale with you before you book so that you can choose the service that best suits your plans.
Frequently asked questions about moving from the UK to Germany
Do I have to pay customs duty when moving my belongings to Germany?
If you are transferring your normal residence from the UK to Germany, used household goods and personal belongings can normally qualify for relief from import duties and VAT, provided you meet the relevant German customs conditions. We will advise you about the documentation required for your move.
Can ClickMoves move a small shipment to Germany?
Yes. You do not need to be moving the contents of an entire home. Our groupage service is particularly suitable for smaller shipments such as boxes, personal effects, furniture and part-household moves.
Can you collect anywhere in the UK and deliver anywhere in Germany?
Yes. We can arrange collections throughout the UK and deliveries across Germany, including major cities as well as smaller towns and rural destinations.
Is groupage cheaper than a direct removal to Germany?
Generally, yes. Groupage is designed to reduce costs by allowing several customers to share space on the same vehicle. A direct or exclusive removal costs more but provides greater flexibility and is normally faster.
How far in advance should I arrange my move to Germany?
As much notice as possible is helpful, particularly for larger household moves or where you need specific collection dates. However, we can often accommodate moves at shorter notice depending on vehicle availability and the size of your shipment.
Get a quote for your move to Germany
Whether you are moving a few boxes, part of a household or the contents of an entire home, ClickMoves can recommend the most suitable way to move your belongings from the UK to Germany.
Tell us what you are moving, where you are moving from and your destination in Germany, and we will prepare a quotation based on your individual requirements.
Ready to start planning your move? Request your free international moving quote today.