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Moving to the UK - Moving to the United Kingdom
OSS World Wide Movers can provide moving & relocation services to the United Kingdom or any location around the world.
The United Kingdom is, and has always been, a popular and exciting destination for Australians and returning British nationals. Moving to the UK to further one's professional training, skill base, and/or career opportunities are common occurrences. For 40 years OSS World Wide Movers has been assisting individuals, business people, and Corporates, with the professional service and advice that comes from choosing a quality international moving specialist.

Fortunately there are many cultural similarities between Australia and the United Kingdom based upon our shared history. Moving to the United Kingdom is therefore one of the easiest countries to relocate to for any assignments or permanent relocation.

Choosing an international moving company will no doubt be one of the first and most important decisions you make in the relocation process. OSS World Wide Movers move thousands of Australians and British expatriates to the UK every year and this is one of our busiest international removal routes. Being Australia’s only specialist international mover, OSS World Wide Movers can ensure a regularity of shipping to the UK that others cannot.

Coupled with the expertise and training of our staff, potential costly delays can be avoided. For your piece of mind and protection OSS World Wide Movers is a FIDI FAIM accredited company as well as being an overseas member of the British Association of Removers (BAR).

Our network of FAIM accredited partners cover the whole of England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales. As an independent Company we can then choose the best and most suitable company to handle the clearance and delivery of your effects, for your situation. Our partners in the UK are well versed in all aspects of the requirements for importation of personal and household goods and are at the ready to meet your needs. This guarantees you a seamless, tailor made move right through to your new home on the other side of the world for not only your personal effects and vehicles, but your much loved pets as well.

OSS World Wide Movers’ Relocation Services can also work alongside you and your family to seek out. solutions which save you time, are cost effective, reduce stress and result in a smooth transition to a new place and home offering guidance on property rental or purchase, school search etc. We also deal with Corporate apartment rentals for company executives.

If you need a professional Specialist international moving company, OSS World Wide Movers provide a complete moving and relocation service for private and corporate relocations from anywhere in Australia to anywhere in the UK. Whether you are moving to England, Ireland, Scotland or Wales, OSS World Wide Movers can move you there.

 
Moving your Household Goods

The majority of your personal belongings can be moved to the UK without significant problems or delay.  However there are specific regulations unique to the UK that must be adhered to. Goods maybe inspected by customs on arrival into the UK. However clearance is normally done within 7-14 working days of the vessel arrival with direct delivery to residence following customs clearance.

Owner Packed Goods
If you are sending items which have been packed by yourself  "owner packed" then they will attract more stringent inspection by Customs on arrival. Providing a detailed carton by carton inventory assist Customs in inspecting your effects and may avoid unnecessary delays. It is advisable to have your goods packed by your moving company if you are looking at sending larger consignments to ensure the clearance process can be conducted with a minimum of fuss.
Importing Motor Vehicles or Motor Bikes into the UK
Moving motor vehicles and motor bikes to the UK is possible provided Customs criteria are met. This service is usually depot to depot meaning the motor vehicle will be collected from your chosen agents depot in the UK following customs clearance.

Customs may require evidence that the owner of the vehicle/boat has lived abroad for 12 months or longer, e.g., copy of passport with date stamp showing arrival in overseas country, or copy of lease/rental agreement on overseas residence. Customs may also require 3 utility bills covering at the previous 12 months from the place of foreign residence in the name of the customer, a foreign motor insurance policy covering at least the previous 6 months and a copy of the foreign registration document. The original registration document must be retained for registration in the UK.

The above information is intended as a guide only. Customs Regulations can change without notice please click on the following links for the most recent information regarding importing motor vehicles into the UK.

Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency

HM Revenue & Customs

The Single Vehicle Approval Scheme

Moving Pets to the UK
It is recommended to send your pet through a registered pet transportation agent who will be able to contact all the relevant agencies in the UK. More information about relocating pets can be found in our moving links section of this website or from an OSS World Wide Moving Consultant.
Moving Alcohol into the UK
Alcohol can be included is household goods shipments but will be subject to tax and duties.
Prohibited Items
It is strongly advised that foodstuffs particularly meat and dairy products are not included in shipments of household effects. If foodstuffs are mentioned on the inventory without precise details, Port Health Authorities may stop and unload the container at port and all foodstuffs will be checked prior to release. This will obviously increase costs and increase the risk of damage to effects.
Artwork, Photography, Pornography
Photography, magazines even paintings that are readily available and acceptable in one country, may be regarded as pornographic and prohibited in another.  UK Customs requirements are similar to those in Australia, if you have specific queries regarding certain items please direct these to your OSS World Wide Moving consultant.
Electrical Goods Compliance and Compatibility
Most UK appliances are manufactured to operate on 220-240 Volt AC supply which differs in many other countries. Also some televisions, DVD players and CD players purchased in other countries may also have compatibility issues in the UK.  
 
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