Moving to Italy
Moving from the UK to Italy is an exciting step, whether you are relocating for work, retirement, family reasons or simply a change of lifestyle. At ClickMoves, we arrange international removals from across the UK to destinations throughout Italy, providing flexible options for everything from a few boxes and personal belongings to complete household moves.
Our network of experienced international moving partners enables us to offer reliable collection throughout the UK and delivery across Italy, including major cities, smaller towns, rural areas and the Italian islands.
Removal services from the UK to Italy
Every international move is different, so we offer a choice of services depending on the size of your shipment, your timescale and your requirements.
Shared and groupage removals to Italy
Our shared or groupage removal service is particularly suitable for smaller shipments and customers who do not need an entire vehicle for their belongings.
Your goods share transport space with other customers moving in the same direction, helping to keep the cost of your move down. This is an ideal option for boxes, personal effects, furniture and small household moves from the UK to Italy.
We arrange regular collections throughout the UK, with onward transport and delivery to destinations across Italy.
Direct and dedicated removals to Italy
For larger household moves or customers who require a more flexible schedule, we can arrange a direct or dedicated removal service.
Your belongings travel in a vehicle allocated specifically to your move, allowing collection and delivery dates to be planned around your requirements. Dedicated removals can also be suitable for customers moving a complete household or those who need faster transit than a shared service normally provides.
Customs requirements when moving from the UK to Italy
Since the UK left the European Union, household goods and personal effects moving from Great Britain to Italy are subject to customs procedures.
People transferring their normal residence to Italy may be able to import their used household goods and personal effects without paying customs duty and VAT, provided the relevant eligibility requirements are met.
You will normally need to provide documentation relating to your identity, residence and shipment. The exact requirements depend on your circumstances and the nature of the goods being transported.
ClickMoves and our international moving partners will explain the documentation required for your move and help guide you through the customs process.
Certain goods may be restricted or require additional documentation, so it is important to tell us if your shipment contains items such as alcohol, vehicles, valuable works of art or other unusual goods.
Collection throughout the UK and delivery across Italy
We can arrange collection from addresses throughout England, Scotland and Wales, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Bristol, Leeds, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh.
In Italy, we arrange delivery throughout the country, including:
- Rome
- Milan
- Turin
- Florence
- Bologna
- Venice
- Verona
- Genoa
- Naples
- Bari
- Palermo
- Catania
- Sicily
- Sardinia
We can also arrange deliveries to smaller towns and rural locations throughout Italy.
Transit times from the UK to Italy
Transit times depend on the type of removal service you choose, your collection and delivery locations and current transport schedules.
Shared and groupage shipments generally take longer because your belongings travel alongside other customers’ shipments and may be consolidated before departure.
Direct and dedicated removals normally offer faster transit and greater control over collection and delivery dates.
When preparing your quotation, we will explain the expected schedule for your particular move.
Frequently asked questions about moving to Italy
How much does it cost to move from the UK to Italy?
The cost depends on the volume of belongings you are moving, the collection and delivery locations and the type of service you choose. A small groupage shipment will normally cost considerably less than a dedicated household removal. Contact us with details of your move and we can provide a personalised quotation.
Can I send just a few boxes or pieces of furniture to Italy?
Yes. Our shared and groupage services are particularly suitable for smaller shipments, including boxes, personal effects and individual pieces of furniture.
Do I have to pay customs duty when moving my belongings to Italy?
If you are transferring your normal residence from the UK to Italy, you may qualify for relief from customs duty and VAT on eligible used household goods and personal effects. The rules depend on your circumstances and the required supporting documentation.
Can you move my belongings anywhere in Italy?
Yes. We arrange removals to destinations throughout mainland Italy as well as Sicily and Sardinia. Some remote or island locations may require additional transit time.
How long does a removal from the UK to Italy take?
This depends on whether you choose a shared/groupage or direct service and on your collection and delivery locations. We will provide an estimated transit schedule when arranging your move.
Get a free quote for your move to Italy
Planning a move from the UK to Italy? Tell us where you are moving from, your destination and approximately how much you need to ship.