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International Baggage Shipping to Europe
International baggage shipping to and from Europe does not need to be complicated. Whether you are moving from the UK to Europe, returning from Europe to the UK, or relocating between European countries, sending your belongings ahead makes your journey easier and more affordable. Whether you are moving for work, heading off to study, retiring to the coast or spending an extended season abroad, we handle the customs paperwork that now applies both ways and get your items safely to the door. With more than 40 years of experience, we move people across Europe in both directions.
We also handle shipping from Europe back to the UK. Across our network we manage around 20,000 international consignments every year, door to door in both directions, so wherever you are moving to or from within Europe, your shipment is in experienced hands.
How Much Does Baggage Shipping to Europe Cost
The cost of international baggage shipping to Europe depends on how much you are sending, which service you choose and where it is going. We charge by the size of your shipment, not by the kilogram at check-in, so you know the full price before you book. The figures below are indicative starting points; send us a rough inventory and we will confirm an exact price the same working day.
- Single 23kg suitcase by Groupage road: from around £120 door to door.
- Single 23kg suitcase by air freight: from around £220 door to door.
- Three to five boxes (around 0.5 cubic metres) by Groupage road: from around £190.
- Small flat contents (around 1 cubic metre) by Groupage road: from around £360.
Quotes are fixed at the time of booking and cover UK collection, freight, customs documentation and final delivery to your European address. There are no per-kilogram surprises at a check-in desk.
Baggage shipping to Europe runs on two routes, road freight and air freight. The right choice depends on how soon you need your items and how much you are sending.
Road freight to Europe
Road freight is the most cost-effective way to send baggage to Europe and suits most moves, from a single suitcase to the full contents of a flat. You have two options.
- Groupage road service: your belongings travel alongside other shipments heading the same way, which keeps the price down. This is the cheapest way to send suitcases and boxes together and is ideal for anyone who is not in a rush.
- Dedicated vehicle: sole use of the vehicle for larger household moves or when you need a firm delivery window. Best for higher volumes or time-sensitive shipments.
- Transit time: indicatively around 3 to 7 working days door to door for Western Europe, with Southern and Eastern European destinations taking a little longer for onward transport.
Air freight to Europe
Air freight is the faster option for urgent or smaller loads. It is ideal when you need a single case or a few boxes to arrive quickly in a major European city.
- Transit time: indicatively around 2 to 4 working days door to door for major European cities.
- Best for: a single suitcase, last-minute items and smaller, urgent volumes.
- Cost: higher than road freight, but the quickest way to have your baggage waiting for you.
If you are moving a full flat or sending several suitcases and boxes together, Groupage road freight is the most economical choice. If you need a single case to arrive in a hurry, air freight is worth the difference.
If you need to ship your bags, suitcases or boxes from Europe back to the UK, we coordinate baggage shipping in the reverse direction. The service runs the same way: door-to-door collection, fixed pricing, road or air freight, and UK customs handled on arrival.
- Collection across Europe: our partner agents collect from addresses throughout the continent, from major cities to rural properties.
- Customs both ways: we prepare the personal effects documentation for departure from your European country and for entry into the UK, so nothing is held up at the border.
- UK customs and ToR relief: returning UK residents may qualify for Transfer of Residence relief from UK customs duty and VAT, provided you have owned and used the items abroad for at least 6 months. We help you prepare the ToR1 application before your shipment leaves Europe.
Save Time and Money: Full-Service Baggage Shipping to Europe
The right shipping partner saves you time, money and the risk of your belongings being held at customs. Here is what our full-service baggage shipping to Europe includes.
- Fixed pricing, no surprises: airline charges for excess baggage can climb quickly at the gate. Our quotes are fixed at the time of booking and cover everything from UK collection through to European delivery.
- Packing materials provided: we supply sturdy, double-walled boxes and packing materials to keep your belongings safe in transit.
- Door-to-door collection and delivery: we collect from any UK address and deliver to any European address, whether city centre or countryside.
- Customs documentation handled: since Brexit, personal belongings moving between the UK and the EU need customs declarations in both directions. We complete the paperwork so your shipment clears without delay.
- Both directions covered: the same service runs in reverse for shipments from Europe back to the UK.
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When you are sending more than the standard airline allowance, or travelling separately from your belongings, excess baggage shipping to Europe gives you flexibility. We handle suitcases, boxes, unaccompanied baggage and excess baggage, all under one service.
Shipping boxes to Europe
Shipping boxes to Europe is a flexible way to send clothing, books, kitchenware and personal effects. Boxes carry more than suitcases, pack flatter and protect their contents better. We use double-walled boxes for extra protection in transit.
- Strong boxes: double-walled cartons for protection.
- Proper packing: bubble wrap, packing paper or foam for fragile items.
- Clear labelling: each box labelled with your name, European delivery address and contact number.
Shipping suitcases to Europe
Shipping suitcases to Europe is the most common choice for anyone moving, studying or taking a long trip. Whether you are sending a single 23kg case or several wheeled bags, we handle collection, freight and delivery door to door.
- Single suitcase: ideal for students, working travellers or anyone avoiding airline excess fees.
- Multiple suitcases: consolidate into one shipment for better per-case pricing.
- Oversized or heavy cases: no airline weight limits, as we charge by shipment size.
Unaccompanied baggage and unaccompanied luggage to Europe
Unaccompanied baggage and unaccompanied luggage are terms for belongings you send ahead of or after your journey, without travelling with them. This is one of the most common reasons customers use our service.
- Travel light: send your belongings ahead so they arrive before you, or send them once you have settled in.
- No airline restrictions: you are not limited by cabin or hold baggage allowances.
- Customs compliance: we complete the personal effects paperwork on your behalf for entry into your chosen European country.
Excess baggage to Europe
Excess baggage to Europe covers anything over your airline’s free allowance. Rather than paying per-kilogram fees at the airport, excess baggage shipping gives you a fixed price for the volume you are sending, whether that is one extra case or several boxes.
- Cheaper than airline fees: our road freight rates offer a fixed door-to-door price for the same weight an airline would charge for at the gate.
- No upper limit: send as much or as little as you need, with better per-cubic-metre rates for larger volumes.
For a full household move, our international removals to Europe service may be a better fit.
Popular Destinations for Baggage Shipping to Europe
With a presence in London, Manchester and Glasgow, sending your baggage to Europe has never been easier. As an international baggage shipping company with agents across the continent, no destination is out of reach. Choose your country below to see country-specific guidance, customs notes and indicative pricing.
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Baggage to Europe Reviews
International baggage shipping to and from Europe has never been as reliable as with Anglo Pacific. Our attention to detail and full-service approach set us apart, but please do not just take our word for it. See what our customers think in our baggage shipping to Europe reviews.
For your online baggage shipping to Europe quote, book your remote video survey now. A team member will assess your luggage and provide you with a no-obligation estimate, online. Show us your items and get your quote in a few simple steps.
- Book a remote video survey
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The price depends on how much you are sending, the service you choose and your destination. We charge by the size of your shipment rather than by the kilogram, and your quote is fixed at booking. A single 23kg suitcase by Groupage road starts from around £120 door to door as an indicative figure. Send us a rough inventory for an exact price the same working day.
Groupage road freight to Western Europe takes indicatively around 3 to 7 working days door to door, with Southern and Eastern European destinations taking a little longer. Air freight to major European cities is quicker, at indicatively around 2 to 4 working days. We confirm the expected timeframe for your route when you book.
Groupage road freight is the cheapest way to send baggage to Europe, particularly when you are sending suitcases and boxes together. Your belongings travel alongside other shipments heading the same way, which keeps the cost down while still delivering door to door.
Yes. We regularly ship single suitcases to Europe for students, working travellers and anyone wanting to avoid airline excess fees. We collect from your UK address and deliver to your European address, with the price fixed at booking.
Yes. Unaccompanied baggage is one of the most common reasons customers use our service. You can send your belongings ahead of your journey or after you have settled in, without being limited by airline baggage allowances. We handle the personal effects paperwork for your destination country.
Since Brexit, personal belongings moving between the UK and the EU need customs declarations in both directions. We complete this documentation for you as part of the service, so your shipment clears customs without delay.
Yes. We coordinate baggage shipping from Europe to the UK in the same way, with door-to-door collection, fixed pricing and UK customs handled on arrival. Returning UK residents may qualify for Transfer of Residence relief, and we help prepare the ToR1 application.
Yes. Shipping boxes to Europe is a flexible way to send clothing, books, kitchenware and personal effects. We supply double-walled boxes for protection and label each one clearly with your delivery details.
We ship baggage across Europe, including Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Portugal, the Netherlands, Belgium, Ireland, Cyprus, Malta, Greece, Switzerland, Austria, the Nordic countries and Central and Eastern Europe. Choose your country from the destinations above for country-specific guidance.
We price by the size of your shipment rather than by weight at a check-in desk, so there are no per-kilogram surprises. Your quote covers UK collection, freight, customs documentation and final delivery, and it is fixed at the time of booking.