The UK's 10 Best European Removal Companies

Written by Ashleigh Williams Reviewed by Dave Sayce

4th Oct 2022 (Last updated on 23rd Feb 2023) 1 minute read

The 10 Best European Removals

Here is some information about the 10 best European removal companies we have partnered with:

1. Intercity Removals

Intercity Removals are our top European removals partner. With 133 5-star reviews, it's easy to see why. They are a trusted and valued company that has helped many customers move to Europe successfully.

As they are a family-run company, Intercity Removals take pride in the services they provide. In addition to European removals, they offer secure storage facilities. They are reliable and professional.

"Can't recommend this company enough, everything from getting a quote to moving was made so easy." - Sena Ampah, Cardiff

2. Izzy Removals

Izzy Removals are a European removals company based in Surrey. They also cover areas in London, such as South West, West, and Twickenham. This makes them a popular choice to consider. The company has a total of 130 out of 150 5-star reviews, which is impressive.

In addition to European removals, they offer other international removals, local removals and packing services. If you're looking for storage facilities they are able to provide this service. The company understand the importance of providing an efficient and reliable service.

"Great service, very kind and helpful staff, on time and everything I asked for. Totally recommend." - Maria, Guildford

3. City Moves

City Moves are a popular removal company within our network. They have 124 5-star reviews out of a total of 161 reviews. Being based in Swansea they offer international services across South Wales and Bristol.

With packing services and storage facilities available, they cover everything you will need for your European move. Their service is of a high class, and they pride themselves on their fantastic customer service.

"City Moves were fantastic, and extremely helpful on moving day. They arrived exactly when they said they would, and were very careful with all our belongings." - Lloyd Smart, Swansea.

4. Express Removals

Express Removals are based in Brighton, and cover areas such as Dartford, Rochester and Eastbourne. Being a professional removals company, they have assisted many customers with their European removals.

They have received a total of 89 out of 119 5-star reviews. The team assist customers through every step of the process and ensure they are happy and confident in the service they have been provided.

"Very professional and efficient and polite, could not fault them at all." - Claire Baranowski, Dartford

5. JamVans

Based in North London, JamVans has a total of 46 5-star reviews out of 57. They are a fantastic company to consider. With many customers using JamVans and being happy with the service they are providing, you can rest assured.

They offer both an in-person and virtual home survey to provide you with an accurate and fair removals quote. With a team of trained and professional removalists, your European move will be straightforward and hassle-free.

"Very happy with how my move from UK to DE went with JamVans. They were on time and very helpful." - Ursula Bischoff

6. Alpha Pro Removals

Alpha Pro Removals are a London-based removals company. They offer European and international removals in addition to UK house removals. Being fully insured with Goods in Transit and Public Liability, you can rest assured that your goods will be safe during transportation.

42/46 of their reviews are 5-stars, emphasising the popularity and efficiency of the company. Not only are they able to move your goods quickly, but they are careful and flexible too. They tailor their services to match your removal needs.

"Good, friendly and helpful company, the move went very smoothly and to plan, good value." - Colin Bate, Harrow

7. Sunlight Removals

With 40/60 5-star reviews, Sunlight Removals are a fantastic option to consider. Being based in London, they cover a wide area and are able to provide European removal services to many clients. Whether your just looking for a removals service or you need packing and reassembly services, Sunlight Removals are there to help.

They offer professional expertise and advice. As customer service is at the heart of their business, they take away the stress associated with moving to Europe from the UK.

"Excellent work by the team. They were on time and were very professional. Would be happy to recommend and would use them again." - Nauman, Romford.

8. Move For You

Move For You are based in Croydon and offer both European, International and UK removal services. In addition to this, they provide storage facilities for those who need them. With 30/38 5-star reviews, Move for you are a popular option to consider.

The feedback received from customers who have used their services has been great. Being part of Checkatrade, you can rest assured that your personal belongings are in safe hands and that your European move will be a success.

"Move For You provided an excellent service. Very helpful and willing to go the extra mile for their clients. Would use again and recommend to others." - Barry Clark, Twickenham

9. Move Southwest

Move Southwest are a family-run removal company that is based in Devon. They have been a partner with us for over 4 years, and have offered their services to many customers in this time. With 24/27 of their reviews being 5-stars, it's easy to see why they are a trusted and popular choice.

Move Southwest are able to assist you with your European move, and understand how stressful and time-consuming this can be. They help ensure the process runs as smoothly and as stress-free as possible.

"Excellent communication and service, made the move much less stressful than it could have been. Nothing was too much trouble. Would definitely use again." - Emma Douglas, Torquay

10. 1st Choice Removals

Based in Dorset, 1st Choice Removals can assist those in the local area with their European moves. Whether you're looking to move the contents of a 3-bedroom home or a few items, they are on hand to help you every step of the way.

The team are reliable, professionally trained, and available to answer any questions or queries you may have. 1st Choice Removals have a total of 23/30 5-star reviews. They are a removal company many customers would recommend.

"Professional and very fast movers. Made our move very easy and stress-free." - Miles Bartlett-Williams, Bournemouth

How We Selected These Companies

We reviewed all our partners offering European removals and packing services. We included both large and small companies in the UK. This allows you to make an informed decision on which company is the most suitable option for you.

Our team reviewed around 30 European removal companies, taking into consideration the European removal locations, prices and reviews to complete this list.

Every partner was ranked against their own independent review score. We encourage real customers to leave a review on their experience with their chosen European removal company. These reviews are based on the following:

• Customer service
• Moving day
• Value for money

The scores determine the ranking of each international removal company.

We have considered many factors to decide on the UK's 10 Best European removal companies. Each partner has passed our strict verification process. To pass this verification, companies must do the following:

• Professional Company Checks: we make sure that the company is legitimate before proceeding. We run a variety of professional company checks to ensure that they are a trustworthy and reliable business.
• Insurance and Safety: all our removal partners must be fully covered with Goods in Transit and Public Liability insurance. This means your goods are covered during transit.
• Online Presence: all partners must have a website or Facebook page that provides basic information. The page must be up-to-date with contact and location details.
  
• Positive Company Reviews: we only partner with the best removal companies across the country. This means that we look at the reviews the company has received to ensure that they are trustworthy.
  
• Qualifications and Certifications: we consider the qualifications and certifications of the company. For example, our conveyancing partners must be regulated by either the SRA, CLC, LSNI, LSS, or CILEX.
• Code of Practice: once accepted, our partners must agree to operate by our code of practice. This is a set of rules to ensure that they offer the best service. It includes contacting the customer within 48 hours and ensuring that the staff is fully trained and qualified.

Once a company has been accepted onto our network, we monitor them to ensure they continually meet our high standards.

Why Use a European Removals Company?

When relocating to Europe, there are many factors to consider. From finding a new home and job to shipping your family and goods overseas, it takes a lot of planning. This is why it’s useful to use a European Removal Company.

They are experts in European removals and are on hand to assist you and provide advice every step of the way. Without using a professional company, you would have to arrange transportation manually. This can be challenging.

Hiring a professional removals company that specialises in moves to Europe can help save you money and time. You can rest assured knowing your goods are protected by Public Liability and Goods in Transit Insurance. This is a requirement for all removal companies.

European removal companies often offer additional services such as packaging and self-storage. This can be a big help when relocating.

Our house removals article, and Happy Movers section of our website covers the benefits of using a removals company in more detail.

European Shipping Options

When moving to Europe, there are several shipping options to choose from. The home survey your removals company carries out will help determine the best transportation choice for you. Here are the options to choose from

Sea Freight

Sea freight is one of the most popular choices when relocating to Europe. It offers the best value for money, and if you have many household goods to ship, this is the most effective method.

The removals company will place your goods into a shipping container and transport them overseas. When they arrive in your country of choice the container is unloaded into transit vans, and the company will ship your goods to your door.

If you have a lot of furniture, this is an ideal option to consider. There’s plenty of space for larger items, and the costs are based on the container size, rather than the weight of the goods. This is particularly useful for bulkier items or vehicles.

While the delivery times via shipping freight are longer than air freight, it’s the more eco-friendly option. This helps you to lower your carbon footprint.

Air Freight

Air freight is the quickest option for shipping household goods to Europe.

As stated by DHL, on average, your goods will take between 3-5 days to arrive. The time will vary depending on the type of air freight shipping you choose, and the area of Europe you're shipping to.

The only downside to air freight is that it’s not as cost-effective as sea freight. The cost is based on the weight of the items, which can become quite expensive if you're shipping heavier goods. Given the speed of arrival, it’s a useful choice to consider if you're shipping a small number of goods.

There are many airports in Europe that you can ship goods to, making transportation simple. The removals company ensures your goods are safe and secure during transit.

You can use this option in addition to sea or road freight for items you need access to at an earlier date.

Road Freight

Given Europe’s short distance to the UK, road freight is typically the best option to consider for most people.

Road freight is fairly inexpensive and is great for those looking to relocate on a budget. As stated by Pallet 2 Ship, goods will take around 2-3 working days to arrive. They can be delivered sooner with premium services.

The shipping times will vary depending on the location, delivery method, and whether you shipped a full load or via a groupage service.

Removals companies will use both rail and road networks depending on your chosen country and the shortest transportation times. The Eurotunnel is commonly used as a way of transporting goods into Europe from the UK.

The road networks in countries such as Germany are efficient, speeding up the delivery process. However, in Spain, the roads are narrower, which can make certain areas more difficult to access.

Part Load

Part-load ia useful for those looking to ship a smaller number of goods. It involves sharing a container with a number of other people, depending on the amount of space you require.

As you're sharing the service, this significantly cuts down the costs of shipping. This is worth considering for those relocating on a budget.

The European country and removal method chosen will vary the length of time it takes for goods to arrive. Part-load road freight can take up to two weeks longer to arrive according to PSS.

Many removal companies wait until the container is full before shipping. This can delay the shipping process by a few days. This is worth keeping in mind if you need your goods to arrive quickly.

If you have a lot of goods, this is not the best method due to the limitations on space.

The Cost of a European Removal Company

The cost of European Removals will vary based on these factors:

• Shipping choice
• The company
• The distance travelled
• The chosen country
• The volume of goods
• The delivery time
• Any additional services used (storage facilities and packing services)

Here is an estimated breakdown of the prices you may expect to pay for 10 different European locations. This data is taken from our research:

Our How Much do International Removals Cost article breaks this down in more detail.

How to Choose the Best European Removal Company for You

Choosing the correct removals company can make a significant difference to your European move. You want to use a trusted and verified service that is careful with your goods. They need to be reliable and trustworthy.

Here is what you need to consider before selecting a European removals company:

• The reviews they have received from customers
• The price of the quore and what it includes
• Whether the company is verified and ensured
• Whether the company can ship to your European destination
• Any additional services they offer (such as storage and packing services)

Our Ultimate Moving Abroad Checklist covers these aspects in more detail.

Our partners can provide you with this specialist service, and we can put you in contact with uop to 6 of the best partner for your move. Simply fill in our form to receive a quote.