International Shipping
from the UK to Italy
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International Shipping to Italy
Shipping to Italy from the UK runs reliably by road freight, with most mainland destinations reached within a week. 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 Italian address, with door to door collection and delivery, full customs handling and fixed pricing confirmed before you book.
We also handle shipping from Italy 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 Italy Cost
The cost of shipping to Italy 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.
Road freight is the standard method for shipping to Italy, covering northern cities such as Milan and Turin within under a week, with central and southern Italy taking a little longer. Air freight is available for urgent items. Sea freight is not generally used for mainland Italian addresses, though it becomes relevant for full container moves or for shipments to Sicily or Sardinia, which our team can advise on separately.
Road Freight to Italy
- Ideal for cost-effective shipping and the standard method for mainland destinations.
- Your shipment travels overland via France and Switzerland or Austria, either as part of a consolidated groupage load or as a dedicated vehicle for larger volumes.
- Best for suitcases, boxes, furniture and full household or container-level moves.
- Delivery time: 7 to 21 days door to door for Milan, Turin and Genoa, Rome and Naples. Allow 1 to 3 additional days for EU customs clearance.
Air Freight to Italy
- 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.
If you need to ship boxes, furniture or a container from Italy 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 Italy: our partner agents collect from Milan, Rome, Turin, Naples, Florence, Bologna and other locations across the country.
- Road freight from Italy: shipments travel overland and are delivered to any UK address, typically within 7 to 21 days of collection depending on origin.
- Air freight from Italy: departs Milan or Rome 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 Italy for at least 6 months. We help you prepare the ToR1 application before your shipment leaves Italy.
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Why Choose Anglo Pacific for Your Shipping to Italy
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 Italian address, whether city centre, coastal 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, giving you trusted partner agents at your destination.
- EU customs documentation. Since Brexit, UK to Italy shipments pass through EU customs. Used personal effects owned for at least 6 months can typically be imported into Italy duty and tax free. New items or goods owned for less than 6 months may be liable to import duty and Italian VAT at 22%. We prepare all paperwork to Italian customs (Agenzia delle Dogane) standards.
- Transit insurance. Every shipment can be covered by Amica transit insurance, with cover levels based on the declared value of your belongings.
- Real-time tracking. Track your shipment from collection through to delivery, with updates at every stage.
Popular UK to Italy Shipping Destinations
Connecting globally is a breeze these days, so why not make international shipping to Italy from the UK just as effortless? Anglo Pacific ensures a smooth shipping experience, making it a reality!
While our services cover numerous locations in Italy, here are some standout destinations our customers often choose:
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Shipping from the UK to Italy is easy when you choose Anglo Pacific. We are committed, experienced and we complete successful shipments to Italy each and every time. Rather than just hearing what we have to say, see what our customers think in our Italy shipping reviews.
To set the wheels in motion of your international shipping to Italy, book your video home survey today and one of our specialist estimators will review your consignment and provide you with the detailed UK to Italy 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 Italian 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 Italy. 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 Italy 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 Italy 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 Italy, with optional unpacking and removal of used packing materials available if you would like us to handle that too.