International Shipping
from the UK to Germany
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International Shipping to Germany
Shipping to Germany from the UK is one of the most straightforward international routes we handle. Germany is close, just across the Channel, which means road freight gets your shipment there in days rather than weeks. Whether you are sending a few boxes, a full container of furniture or a vehicle, we manage the whole journey from your UK doorstep to your German address. We ship by road freight and air freight, with door to door collection and delivery, full customs handling and fixed pricing confirmed before you book.
We also handle shipping from Germany back to the UK. Anglo Pacific has moved belongings between the two countries for over 40 years, with more than 20,000 consignments handled every year, door to door in both directions.
How Much Does Shipping to Germany Cost
The cost of shipping to Germany from the UK depends on three things: the volume of your shipment, the shipping method you choose and your delivery address. We charge by the size of your shipment, not by weight at check-in, so you know the full price before booking.
- Single 23kg suitcase by sea freight: from around £180 door to door.
- Single 23kg suitcase by air freight: from around £320 door to door.
- Three to five boxes (around 0.5 cubic metres) by sea freight: from around £290.
- Small flat contents (around 1 cubic metre) by sea freight: from around £550.
Quotes are fixed at the time of booking and cover UK collection, freight, EU customs documentation and final delivery. For an exact figure based on your shipment, send us a rough inventory and we will respond the same working day.
For a European destination as close as Germany, road freight is by far the most practical and cost-effective way to ship. Air freight is available for urgent needs, and sea freight exists for full container household moves, but for most shipments, road is the right answer.
Road Freight to Germany
- Ideal for cost-effective shipping and the standard method for mainland destinations.
- Items travel as part of a consolidated load, overland via the Channel Tunnel or cross-Channel ferry.
- Best for suitcases, boxes, furniture and full household or container-level moves.
- Delivery time: 7 to 21 days door to door for German cities, including Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, Frankfurt and Cologne. Allow 1 to 3 additional days for EU customs clearance.
Air Freight to Germany
- Best for urgent shipments or single items where a few days makes a real difference.
- Goods are packed onto commercial air carriers.
- Delivery time: upto 10 days door to door.
- Higher cost per kilogram than road freight, so it is generally only worth the premium when timing is the overriding factor.
Sea freight is not a standard option for shipping to Germany. Given Germany’s proximity to the UK, road freight is faster and equally cost-effective for all typical shipment volumes. Sea freight becomes relevant only when you are shipping a full or shared container load, for example a large furniture consignment travelling alongside other cargo. If that applies to you, contact our team to discuss options.
If you need to ship boxes, furniture or a vehicle from Germany back to the UK, we coordinate shipping in the reverse direction. The service runs the same way: door to door collection, fixed pricing, road or air freight, UK customs handled on arrival.
- Collection across Germany: our partner agents collect from Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, Frankfurt, Cologne, Stuttgart, Dusseldorf and other locations across the country.
- Road freight from Germany: shipments travel overland and are delivered to any UK address. Transit is typically 7 to 21 days from collection.
- Air freight from Germany: departs Frankfurt or Munich airports with UK delivery upto 10 days of collection.
- UK customs and ToR relief: returning UK residents may qualify for Transfer of Residence (ToR) relief from UK customs duty and VAT, provided you have owned and used the items in Germany for at least 6 months. We help you prepare the ToR1 application before your shipment leaves Germany.
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Why Choose Anglo Pacific for Your Shipping to Germany
Anglo Pacific has been shipping belongings internationally since 1982. We are one of the UK’s largest and most established international shipping companies, handling over 20,000 consignments every year.
- Fixed pricing. Your quote is confirmed at the time of booking and covers collection, packing, freight, customs documentation and delivery. No hidden fees, no surcharges on arrival.
- Door to door service. We collect from any UK address and deliver to any address worldwide, whether city centre, suburban or rural.
- BAR accredited. We are members of the British Association of Removers with Advanced Payment Guarantee protection. Your money is protected from the moment you book.
- FIDI affiliate. We are affiliated with FIDI Global Alliance, the international network of quality-certified moving companies, giving you trusted partner agents in Germany.
- EU customs documentation. Used personal effects owned for at least 6 months can typically be imported into Germany duty and tax free. New items or goods owned for less than 6 months may be liable to import duty and VAT at 19%. We prepare all paperwork to German customs (Zoll) standards.
- Transit insurance. Every shipment can be covered by Amica transit insurance, underwritten for international moves. You choose the level of cover based on the declared value of your belongings.
- Real-time tracking. Track your shipment from collection through to delivery. We keep you updated at every stage of the journey.
Popular UK to Germany Shipping Destinations
Connecting globally is a breeze these days, so why not make international shipping to Germany from the UK just as effortless? Anglo Pacific ensures a smooth shipping experience, making it a reality!
While our services cover numerous locations in Germany, here are some standout destinations our customers often choose:
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To set the wheels in motion of your international shipping to Germany, book your video home survey today and one of our specialist estimators will review your consignment and provide you with the detailed UK to Germany shipping quote.
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Costs depend on volume, shipping method and destination. A single 23kg suitcase by sea freight starts from around £180 door to door as an indicative figure. Air freight costs more per kilogram but delivers faster. For an exact quote, send us a rough inventory and we will respond the same working day.
Road freight takes 7 to 21 days door to door for most German cities including additional days for EU customs clearance. Air freight delivers upto 10 days and suits urgent or smaller shipments.
Road freight is the cheapest and standard way to ship to mainland Germany. Consolidating boxes, furniture and other items into one shipment brings the per cubic metre rate down further than shipping items separately.
Yes. Standard boxes measure 48 x 37 x 33 cm with a weight limit of 30 kilos each. We provide free export strength boxes on request, or you can pack and seal your own before collection.
Yes. We wrap and protect furniture individually using blankets, bubble wrap and custom crating where needed. Furniture can travel as part of a groupage load or a dedicated vehicle, or alongside a wider household shipment.
Prohibited items include firearms, live animals, perishable goods, certain plants and animal products from protected species. If you are unsure whether a specific item can be shipped, ask us before packing and we will advise.
Your Germany shipping quote is fully transparent, so you know exactly what you are paying for before you book. It includes industry standard packing materials to protect your belongings, along with professional packers who prepare your items and create a full inventory at collection. From there, we load your possessions onto our transport, ship them to Germany using the agreed method, and manage customs clearance and documentation on your behalf. Once your shipment arrives, we deliver directly to your home, hotel or office in Germany, with optional unpacking and removal of used packing materials available if you would like us to handle that too.