Moving to Wales from Australia
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Known for its rugged coastline and mountainous national parks, Wales is a country found in southwest Great Britain and is divided into six distinctive regions.
Moving and Living in Wales
Known for its rugged coastline and mountainous national parks, Wales is a country found in southwest Great Britain and is divided into six distinctive regions. The capital city of Cardiff is a refined coastal city known for its ornate gothic medieval castle, Cardiff Castle, which has become one of Wales’ most popular tourist destinations.
Snowdonia National Park, located in the northwest of the country, is Wales’ largest national park and is home to towering peaks and breathtaking valleys. Attracting nearly 4 million tourists annually, the park is filled with countless hiking trails, rich culture, Welsh heritage and history dating back to the Ice Age period.
For those who consider themselves more adventurous travellers, Abereiddi’s Blue Lagoon is known for its aqua blue water coloured by its former quarry status and is a popular spot for cliff jumping due to its deep waters. For more seaside adventures, head to Porthcawl in southern Wales, with sandy beaches attracting tourists as well as a miniature railway leading to Coney Beach, a take on Coney Island in New York City.
Swansea and Cardiff are arguably known for their vibrant nightlife and wide range of restaurants, with bars offering themed cocktails and historic pubs hosting live local music. Traditional dishes including cawl, rarebit, laverbread and bara brith are all regarded as symbols of Welsh food, so make sure to try a few whilst you’re visiting.
The Welsh language itself is part of the country’s everyday life, spoken by more than half a million people and taught in schools; the language is incorporated into place names and street signs and can be heard on television and the radio.
The capital city of Cardiff is a refined coastal city known for its ornate gothic medieval castle, Cardiff Castle, which has become one of Wales’ most popular tourist destinations.
Moving your household goods to Wales
Can I pack my own goods when I move to Wales?
It is recommended that you do not ship items to Wales which have been “owner packed” as they will attract stringent inspection by Customs on arrival. It is advisable to have your goods packed by your moving company to ensure the clearance process can be conducted with a minimum of fuss.
Can I move to Wales with pets?
It is recommended to send your pet through a registered pet transportation agent who will be able to contact all the relevant agencies in Wales.
How do I move my car to Wales?
Moving motor vehicles and motor bikes to Wales is possible provided Customs criteria are met.
This service is usually depot to depot, meaning the motor vehicle will be collected by you from our partners depot in Wales following customs clearance.
Customs may require evidence that the owner of the vehicle has lived abroad for 12 months or longer, so a copy of your passport with date stamp showing arrival in Wales, or copy of lease or rental agreement on in Wales would be sufficient.
Can I move my boat to Wales?
Moving a boat to Wales has similar requirements to moving a car to Wales when it comes to registration requirements and process.
Customs and Quarantine in Wales will have a special interest in the boat due to its exposure to marine life, however as Australia has a fairly clean marine environment, your boat should pass customs and quarantine without any problem.
What insurance should I have when moving to Wales?
OSS offers a full range of moving insurance options depending on your needs.
Although your shipment to Wales will be packed to export standards (designed to withstand the longest journey), the small cost of insurance gives you complete peace of mind with regard to the exposure and rigours that are always inherent when moving from one side of the world to the other.
Ask us about MoveCover, our Marine Transit Insurance product.
How long will my move to Wales take?
Clearance of your move into Wales takes approximately 5 to 7 working days for an FCL (Full Container Load e.g. not a shared container), and 7 to 10 working days for a GRP (Groupage or shared container load) once the shipping container has been unloaded from the vessel.
Restricted and Prohibited items when moving to Wales
When looking to relocate to Wales you will need to consider the extensive list of restricted and prohibited items. The following PDF has an extensive list of prohibited and restricted items when moving to Wales: Moving to Wales – FIDI Guide
Tax implications when moving to Wales
Electrical Goods and Compliance when moving to Wales
In Wales, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
Visa and Immigration Information
When travelling or moving to Wales, make sure your passport and visas are correct and valid. Check out these links to find out some of the latest requirements.
British High Commission, Canberra, Australia
Contact the British High Commission by visiting Commonwealth Avenue, Yarramumla, Canberra ACT 2600, Australia. Phone +612 6270 6666 Fax +612 6273 3236 Email australia.enquiries@fco.gov.uk
There are consulates-general in Sydney and Melbourne and consulates in Brisbane and Perth. With over one million Britons living in Australia and over 590,000 visiting every year, the consulates support British nationals if they need assistance: https://www.gov.uk/government/world/organisations/british-high-commission-canberra
UK Visa Information
General visa information can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration
UK Passport Information
General passport information can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/overseas-passports
UK Immigration Information
General immigration information can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration
UK Citizenship Information
A guide to citizenship: https://www.gov.uk/browse/citizenship/citizenship
Social Media Links
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ukinaustralia
Twitter Page: https://twitter.com/ukinaustralia
For over 50 years OSS World Wide Movers has been moving individuals, business people, and Corporate clients relocate to Wales. Moving to Wales with OSS provides you with a professional service and the advice that only comes from choosing a quality specialist international moving company.