Moving to Portugal
Whether you are relocating to Portugal for work, retirement, family or a change of lifestyle, ClickMoves can arrange a reliable door-to-door removal service from anywhere in the UK to destinations throughout mainland Portugal, Madeira and the Azores.
We handle moves of all sizes, from 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 apply when moving personal belongings from the UK to Portugal following Brexit.
Removal services from the UK to Portugal
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 Portugal
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 Portugal
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 towards your destination in mainland Portugal without your shipment being consolidated with other customers’ goods. This provides faster transit times and greater flexibility when planning your move.
Customs requirements when moving from the UK to Portugal
Since the UK left the European Union, household goods and personal belongings moving from the UK to Portugal are subject to customs formalities.
If you are transferring your normal residence from the UK to Portugal, your used household goods and personal belongings can normally qualify for relief from import duties and VAT, provided the relevant conditions are met. In general, you should have had your normal residence outside the EU for at least 12 consecutive months, and qualifying belongings should normally have been in your possession and used by you for at least six months before you leave your previous residence.
You will normally need supporting documentation confirming your previous residence in the UK and your new residence in Portugal, together with identification and an inventory of the belongings being imported.
ClickMoves will explain the documentation required for your particular move and work with our Portuguese partners to help ensure the customs paperwork is prepared correctly before your belongings are transported.
Certain goods may be excluded from the normal transfer-of-residence relief or subject to additional restrictions, so items such as alcohol, tobacco, commercial goods and other restricted goods should be declared before your shipment is collected.
The Portuguese government specifically confirms relief for qualifying household contents and other personal property when the residence conditions are met.
Collection and delivery throughout Portugal
ClickMoves can arrange collection from addresses throughout the UK and delivery to destinations across mainland Portugal, from the north of the country to the Algarve.
We cover major cities and surrounding areas including Lisbon, Porto, Braga, Coimbra, Aveiro, Setúbal and Faro, as well as the Algarve, Alentejo, Silver Coast and central and northern Portugal. We can also arrange delivery to smaller towns, villages and rural locations throughout the country.
We also arrange removals to Madeira, including Funchal and destinations throughout Madeira and Porto Santo. Because these moves require an onward sea connection, transport arrangements and transit times differ from removals to mainland Portugal.
Removals to the Azores can also be arranged, including São Miguel, Terceira, Faial and the other islands of the archipelago. These moves require additional shipping and local delivery arrangements depending on the final island destination.
For groupage moves to mainland Portugal, collection and delivery dates are coordinated around our scheduled European services. For Madeira and the Azores, schedules also depend on the available sea freight connections. Direct and exclusive road removals offer greater flexibility for mainland destinations.
How long do removals from the UK to Portugal 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 to mainland Portugal, 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 to mainland Portugal, transit is normally considerably faster because the vehicle is dedicated to your move and travels directly towards your destination.
Moves to Madeira, Porto Santo and the Azores require onward sea transport and therefore generally take longer than removals to mainland Portugal.
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 Portugal
Do I have to pay customs duty when moving my belongings to Portugal?
If you are transferring your normal residence from the UK to Portugal, used household goods and personal belongings can normally qualify for relief from import duties and VAT, provided you meet the relevant Portuguese customs conditions. We will advise you about the documentation required for your move.
Can ClickMoves move a small shipment to Portugal?
Yes. Our groupage service is particularly suitable for smaller shipments such as boxes, personal effects, furniture and part-household moves. You do not need to be moving the contents of an entire home.
Do you deliver to Madeira?
Yes. ClickMoves can arrange removals from the UK to Madeira, including Funchal and destinations throughout the island, as well as Porto Santo. These moves involve onward sea transport, so the arrangements and timescales differ from mainland Portugal.
Can you arrange removals to the Azores?
Yes. We can arrange shipments to the Azores, including São Miguel, Terceira, Faial and the other islands. Transport arrangements depend on the particular island and final delivery location.
Is groupage cheaper than a direct removal to Portugal?
Generally, yes. Groupage reduces costs by allowing several customers to share vehicle space. A direct or exclusive removal costs more but provides greater flexibility and is normally faster for mainland Portugal.
How far in advance should I arrange my move to Portugal?
As much notice as possible is helpful, particularly for larger household moves, island destinations or where you need specific collection dates. However, we can often accommodate moves at shorter notice depending on vehicle and shipping availability.
Get a quote for your move to Portugal
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 Portugal, Madeira or the Azores.
Tell us what you are moving, where you are moving from and your destination in Portugal, and we will prepare a quotation based on your individual requirements.
Ready to start planning your move? Request your free international moving quote today.