Moving to New Zealand
Moving from the UK to New Zealand is a major international relocation, and choosing the right shipping service can make the process considerably easier. Whether you are moving to Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch or elsewhere in New Zealand, ClickMoves can arrange a reliable removal service from collection in the UK through to delivery at your new home.
We handle shipments of different sizes, from a few boxes and personal belongings to the contents of a complete household. Depending on the size of your move and your preferred timescale, we can arrange either a shared container service or a dedicated container.
Removal services from the UK to New Zealand
ClickMoves provides international removal services from addresses throughout the UK to destinations across New Zealand.
Your belongings can be collected directly from your home or another UK address and prepared for international shipping. We can also arrange professional packing if required.
For smaller moves, our shared container service is usually the most economical option. Larger household moves can be shipped in a dedicated container.
Shared container removals to New Zealand
Our shared container service, sometimes known as groupage, allows your belongings to travel in a container with shipments belonging to other customers.
Because the cost of the container and international transport is shared, this can be a cost-effective way of moving smaller quantities of furniture, boxes and personal effects from the UK to New Zealand.
Each customer’s belongings are separately inventoried and identified before being loaded for shipment.
Dedicated container removals to New Zealand
For larger household moves, we can arrange a dedicated 20ft or 40ft shipping container.
A dedicated container is particularly suitable when you are moving most or all of the contents of a home and provides greater flexibility over the shipping schedule.
We can arrange collection, export handling, ocean freight, customs clearance and delivery in New Zealand.
Customs and biosecurity when moving to New Zealand
Household goods and personal effects imported into New Zealand are subject to customs and biosecurity requirements.
New Zealand has particularly strict biosecurity controls designed to prevent pests and diseases entering the country. Items that have been used outdoors, including garden equipment, bicycles, camping equipment and footwear, may need to be thoroughly cleaned before shipment. Certain food, plant and animal products may be restricted or prohibited.
ClickMoves and our destination partners will explain the documentation and preparation requirements for your move before your shipment leaves the UK.
Collection throughout the UK
We can collect household goods and personal effects from locations throughout England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Whether you are moving from London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh or a smaller town or village, we can arrange collection and onward shipping to New Zealand.
Delivery throughout New Zealand
We arrange removals to Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and other destinations throughout both the North Island and South Island.
Your shipment can be customs cleared on arrival and transported onwards to your destination address.
How long do removals from the UK to New Zealand take?
Transit times vary depending on the shipping service, departure schedule, destination and customs and biosecurity clearance.
Dedicated containers generally offer the most predictable schedule, while shared container shipments may take longer because several customers’ consignments are consolidated before departure.
We will provide an estimated transit time when preparing your quotation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest way to move from the UK to New Zealand?
For smaller shipments, a shared container or groupage service is usually the most economical option because you only pay for the space your belongings occupy.
Can I ship a small amount of furniture to New Zealand?
Yes. You do not need to fill an entire shipping container. Our shared container service is designed for smaller moves, including furniture, boxes and personal belongings.
Can you move a complete household to New Zealand?
Yes. Larger household moves can normally be transported in a dedicated 20ft or 40ft shipping container.
Do you collect from anywhere in the UK?
Yes. We can arrange collection from addresses throughout the UK and transport your belongings to the appropriate departure port.
Do you deliver throughout New Zealand?
Yes. We can arrange delivery to Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and many other destinations throughout the North Island and South Island.
Does New Zealand have special rules for household goods?
Yes. New Zealand has strict biosecurity requirements. Outdoor equipment and other items that may carry soil, seeds or organic material should be thoroughly cleaned before shipping. We will advise you about the requirements that apply to your shipment.
Get a Free Quote
Planning a move from the UK to New Zealand? Get in touch with ClickMoves for a free, no-obligation quotation tailored to the size of your shipment and your destination.