To ensure your move abroad from the UK is as stress-free as possible, it's essential to choose an international moving company you can trust to securely transport your possessions to your new country of residence.
With so many international moving companies to choose from, we've created this list to highlight some of the best companies out there.
We regularly research the international removals industry. As we do, this list will evolve to reflect the companies we believe offer the best service.
Unlike other websites, we receive no affiliate income from the companies listed here, ensuring we remain independent and unbiased.
Established in 1998, 1st Move International are a specialist international removals company offering fast, weekly services direct from the UK to a range of destinations worldwide. Their palletised shipping offers the best protection for your belongings during transit—ensuring a fast, safe and secure overseas removals service. 1st Move International are also trusted members of the British Association of Removers (BAR) and the British International Freight Association (BIFA).
Medium to high
USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Cyprus, Malta, Asia and Middle East
Yes
Yes
Bournes provide door-to-door international moving services for people leaving the UK and seeking fully insured removal services. Bournes provide a fixed quote and every move is managed by a dedicated move manager.
Competitive
US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Asia, Europe and Middle East
Yes
Yes
Britannia is a member of the FIDI, the largest global alliance of quality-certified international moving and relocation companies. With international partnerships across the world, Britannia offer a high quality and efficient global removal service.
Medium
US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Asia, Middle East and ROW
Yes
Yes
Clockwork Removals and Storage specialise in removals and storage services for individuals and families, offering tailored export packing, customs restrictions and orientation help at your final destination. Wherever life may take you, Clockwork moves you there with the same level of care, quality and customer service every step of the way. Clockwork is part of the FIDI Global Alliance and is a member of the BAR Overseas Group.
Medium
Worldwide
No
Yes
Pickfords is an award-winning international removals company. Pickfords operates as part of the Allied International Moving Network, meaning they have access to the global resources of one of the world’s most trusted international removals networks. They have the expertise and resources to move you to any country worldwide.
High
US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Asia, Europe and Middle East
Yes
Yes
Seven Seas Worldwide offer a fast, flexible and affordable international shipping service, collecting and delivering all manner of items throughout the world—from extra luggage to sports equipment and furniture. If they can get it into a box or loaded into the back of a vehicle, they'll take it! Their global shipping service has depots throughout the world.
Low to Medium
US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Asia and Middle East
Yes
Yes
Founded in 1991, Sterling Lexicon have offices in EMEA, North America and Asia, combined with a network of high trusted partners. Most of the team at Sterling Lexicon have undertaken an international move at some stage and understand the stresses moving abroad can bring.
Low to Medium
US, Canada, Australia, South Africa, Europe, Asia and Middle East
No
Yes
