International Removals
Removals to UAE from the UK
Move to the UAE from £235
Removals to UAE from the UK – Complete Moving Solutions
Our professional international movers can take your things from the UK to any major destination in the United Arab Emirates, such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and more. They can even deliver your things right to your door.
Key Benefits:
- Shared container (groupage) or full container load (FCL) shipping options
- Door-to-door service from any UK location
- Sea freight transit time: 5-10 weeks depending on service type
- Air freight available for urgent smaller shipments
- Customs clearance and UAE documentation assistance included
- Comprehensive marine insurance available
- Specialised in Middle East removals for over 40 years
Updated Pricing: October 2026 rates available. Get Your Free Quote Today
Stress-Free International Removals to UAE from the UK in 4 Easy Steps…
STEP 1
Home Survey or Quote
Get an online quote in 60 seconds or book a FREE home survey.
STEP 2
Help and Advice
Your dedicated Account Manager can help answer your questions and tailor your removal requirements.
STEP 3
Your belongings packed and shipped
Our specialist export-packing team will take care of everything for you.
STEP 4
Customs clearance & delivery to your new home
On arrival our agents will handle your customs clearance and deliver to your door.
If you are thinking of moving to the UAE in 2026, or the following few years, you are in the right place. Here at PSS International Removals, we specialise in providing expert assistance to families and individuals who are looking to transport their household belongings to the United Arab Emirates with our specialist UAE moving services. We’re rated excellent on Trustpilot and are fully accredited to the highest international standards, so you can be assured of professional quality standards for your removal.
When moving your belongings from the UK to the UAE, you have the option of sea freight for full household removals and air freight for smaller or more urgent items. Full container loads (FCL) usually take around 5–7 weeks, while shared containers (groupage/LCL) typically take 7–10 weeks. Additional time should also be allowed for customs clearance and final delivery within the UAE. Household removals to the UAE from the UK generally start from around £235 for a few boxes, £1,375 for a shared (groupage) container, and around £4,400 or more for a full house move, depending on your destination and service requirements.
Key Information for Moving to the UAE
Moving from the UK to the United Arab Emirates requires careful planning and the right removal partner. Here’s what you need to know:
Cost Factors:
- Volume of household goods you’re shipping
- Destination in UAE (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, etc.)
- Container type: shared container (groupage) or full container load (FCL)
- Shipping method: sea freight or air freight
- Additional services: professional export packing, UK storage, insurance
Service Options:
- Shared Container (Groupage/LCL): Cost-effective for 1-2 bedroom moves, sharing container space
- Full Container Load (FCL): Dedicated 20ft or 40ft containers for larger households
- Excess baggage shipping: Small shipments of boxes or personal items
- Air freight: Faster delivery for urgent essential items (higher cost)
What’s Included:
- Free home or video survey for accurate quotes
- Door-to-door service from anywhere in UK to anywhere in UAE
- Expert customs clearance and UAE import regulations support
- Shipment protection coverage options
- Secure UK storage if needed before departure
Cost of Removals from UK to UAE
Our removals to UAE costs vary based on volume, destination, and services required. Below are indicative price ranges for door-to-door international removals service from the UK to major UAE destinations.
What affects the price:
- Volume of belongings (from 5 boxes to full 5-bedroom house)
- Destination in UAE (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or other emirates)
- Shipping method: sea freight or air freight
- Container type: shared container (groupage) or full container load (FCL)
- Packing services required (full export pack, fragile-only, or self-pack)
- Additional services: UK storage, special item handling, insurance level
- Time of year and shipping schedules
Estimated Removals Costs to UAE from the UK
| Location | 5 Boxes | 10 Boxes | 1 Bed (Groupage) | 3 Bed (20ft) | 4 Bed (40ft) | 5 Bed (40ft HC) |
| Dubai | £235 | £405 | £1,375 | £4,434 | £6,425 | £7,315 |
| Abu Dhabi | £235 | £405 | £1,414 | £4,590 | £6,498 | £7,375 |
Prices are indicative estimates for door-to-door service from UK to UAE. Final quotes depend on exact locations and requirements.
Prices shown are estimates for door-to-door removals to UAE from Britain. Final quotes depend on exact pickup/delivery locations, access conditions, and any additional services required.
What’s Included in These Prices:
- Collection from your UK residence
- Professional export packing (if selected) using export-grade materials
- Sea freight in secure shipping containers
- Customs documentation and clearance
- Delivery to your UAE address
Updated: January 2026
Get an Accurate Quote – Use our online cost calculator for an instant estimate or contact PSS Removals for a detailed, no-obligation quote.
How Long Does Sea Freight Take from UK to Dubai and Abu Dhabi?
Sea freight is the most economical and reliable way to ship your belongings to the UAE, making it ideal for larger household consignments. Understanding the international shipping timeline helps you plan your move effectively.
Average Sea Freight Time to UAE from the UK
| Service Type | Transit Time | Best For |
| FCL 20ft | 5-7 weeks | 2-3 bedroom households, faster transit |
| FCL 40ft | 5-7 weeks | 4+ bedroom households, large furniture shipments |
| Shared Container (LCL) | 7-10 weeks | 1-2 bedroom flats, smaller moves |
| Air Freight | 5-10 days | Urgent small shipments only |
Transit times shown are port-to-port estimates. Add 1-2 weeks for customs clearance and final delivery within UAE.
Full Container Load (FCL): Dedicated 20ft or 40ft container for your belongings via sea freight, offering faster transit and ideal for larger moves.
Shared Container (Groupage/LCL): Cost-effective option where your household goods share container space with other shipments heading to the UAE.
Air Freight: Fastest option for urgent smaller shipments or essential items, though significantly more expensive than sea freight.
Estimated Total Timeline: Allow 6-9 weeks door-to-door for FCL sea freight shipments and 8-12 weeks for groupage/shared container removals to UAE.
Shipping Options: Shared Container vs Full Container
Comparison Table:
| Service Type | Transit Time | Best For |
| FCL 20ft | 5-7 weeks | 2-3 bedroom households, faster transit |
| FCL 40ft | 5-7 weeks | 4+ bedroom households, large furniture shipments |
| Shared Container (LCL) | 7-10 weeks | 1-2 bedroom flats, smaller moves |
| Air Freight | 5-10 days | Urgent small shipments only |
When to Choose Shared Container:
- 1-2 bedroom flat or partial household
- Shipping boxes or excess baggage
- Cost is primary concern
- Flexible with delivery timelines
When to Choose Full Container:
- 3+ bedroom house
- Need faster transit times
- Shipping valuable furniture overseas
- Prefer exclusive container space
Learn more about international container shipping options.
UK to UAE Removals Timeline – What to Expect
Week 1-2: Planning & Booking
- Free home survey and detailed quote
- Book your removal date
- Receive packing materials (if self-packing)
Week 2-3: Pre-Shipment & Collection
- Professional packing service (if selected)
- Collection from your UK address
- Documentation and inventory preparation
Week 3-10: Transit & Customs
- Sea freight to UAE (5-7 weeks FCL or 7-10 weeks groupage)
- UK and UAE customs clearance
- Regular tracking updates provided
Week 10-12: Delivery
- UAE port arrival and final customs clearance
- Delivery to your new UAE residence
- Unpacking assistance (if selected)
Total Timeline: 6-9 weeks door-to-door for FCL sea freight, 8-12 weeks for shared container.
Door-to-Door Removals to UAE: What’s Included?
Before Shipping:
- Free home or video survey for accurate quotation
- Professional export packing or self-pack materials
- Detailed inventory preparation
- Documentation support
In Transit:
- Secure sea freight in dedicated or shared containers
- Export customs clearance from UK
- Shipment tracking updates
- Marine insurance coverage (if selected)
Delivery in UAE:
- UAE customs clearance and documentation
- Delivery to your Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or other UAE address
- Unloading and placement assistance
- Optional unpacking service
Export Packing and Shipment Protection
Export Packing Includes:
- Export-grade cardboard boxes and cartons
- Furniture wrapping with blankets and bubble wrap
- Specialised handling for fragile items
- Custom wood crating for valuable items
- Detailed inventory for customs
Self-Pack Option: We provide export-quality materials; you pack yourself for labour cost savings.
Shipment Protection: We strongly recommend marine insurance for international moves. Our shipment protection policies cover loss or damage during packing, sea transit, customs, and delivery.
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Key Information for Moving to the UAE
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The cost of moving from the UK to the United Arab Emirates depends on the volume of your belongings, your chosen service, and your final destination — whether that’s Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or elsewhere in the UAE. Smaller shipments are usually sent in a shared (groupage) container, while full household moves may require a dedicated 20ft or 40ft container.
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Prices typically start from around £235 for 5 boxes, £1,375 for a 1-bedroom move, and up to £7,375 or more for larger households.
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Sea freight is the most popular and cost-effective way to move your belongings to the UAE, making it ideal for larger or heavier shipments. Air freight provides a faster alternative for smaller or essential items that you may need sooner, though it generally comes at a higher cost. Typical transit times range from 5 to 10 weeks, depending on your chosen service and destination.
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We offer a complete door-to-door removals service, handling everything from export packing and shipping to customs clearance and final delivery. Our experienced team will guide you through UAE import regulations and can arrange a free home or video survey to ensure you receive an accurate, tailored quotation. Secure UK storage is also available for added flexibility before your move.
Estimated Removals Costs to UAE from the UK
| Location | 5 Boxes | 10 Boxes | 1 Bed (Groupage) | 3 Bed (20ft Container) | 4 Bed (40ft Container) | 5 Bed (40ft High Cube) |
| Dubai | £235 | £405 | £1,375 | £4,434 | £6,425 | £7,315 |
| Abu Dhabi | £235 | £405 | £1,414 | £4,590 | £6,498 | £7,375 |
Please note that these are estimated costs; we recommend getting an online quote for a more accurate price for your move to the UAE
Move to the UAE With PSS
We focus purely on overseas moves and have become leaders in our field offering the best prices without compromising on move quality. We’re here every step of the way to answer any questions you might have about moving to the UAE and a dedicated Move Manager to take care of every aspect of your move. We deliver to all major destinations across the UAE, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah.
Get an instant quote for your removal to the UAE with our online international removal calculator or, for a more accurate quote on your move, book a home or video survey with one of our international moving specialists.
What’s Included?
Our United Arab Emirates Removal Service includes:
- Door-to-door removal service from anywhere in the UK to anywhere in the UAE
- Free home/video survey for an accurate moving quote
- Shared container (Groupage) or full load (FCL) container service
- Advice from an expert International Removal Consultant & Dedicated Move Manager
- Help with documentation & United Arab Emirates customs requirements
- Use of recognised accredited shipping lines with frequent sailing schedules and delivery to all destinations in the UAE
- Automated notification of shipment advice
- Tailor-made shipment protection policies
- Storage in the UK or the UAE if required
- Low prices without compromising on service
Mover and Packer Services Include:
- Full international export standard packing & wrap service
- You pack, we send option
- Fully trained export packers
- Provision of export quality boxes, cartons & packing materials
- Custom wood casing/crates if required
- Professional antique wrapping
- Advice on preparing your items for transport to the UAE
“Why choose PSS International Removals in 2026?”
- Free home survey
- Family run business for over 40 years
- We only handle Overseas Removals
- Members of BAR Overseas Group
- BAR Advance Payment Guarantee Scheme
- FIDI Global Alliance (Worldwide Moving Association)
- FAIM Accredited (Removal Quality Assurance Standard)
How can we help? Call 0800 988 3711
Our friendly team are on hand to answer any questions.
International Removals to the UAE cost calculator
Want to know how it will cost to move house to the UAE? Our free online International Removal Cost Calculator will help you calculate the volume of household goods you want to ship and provide you with an estimate of the cost.
What Type Of International Removal Service Do I need for UAE?
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Move to the UAE With PSS International Removals
PSS International Removals is one of the UK’s leading and most trusted international removal companies, specialising exclusively in overseas moves. Our expertise in removals to UAE means we handle hundreds of UK to UAE relocations every year, allowing us to offer competitive prices while maintaining the highest service standards.
Whether you need furniture removals, full household shipping, or excess baggage shipping to the UAE, we provide hassle-free, professional international removals so you can focus on starting your new life in the Middle East. We deliver to all major destinations across the UAE, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah.
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If you wish to get an immediate estimate of your removal costs, use our online international removal calculator to get a guideline price. Alternatively, for a more accurate quotation, you can book a home or video survey with one of our International Removal Surveyors.
Customs Paperwork and Restricted Items for UAE
Moving your household belongings to the UAE requires proper customs documentation. The UAE has specific import regulations you should be aware of.
Required Documentation:
- Valid passport and UAE residence visa
- Detailed inventory list
- Proof of UAE residence or employment contract
- Customs declaration forms
- Bill of lading
What PSS Handles: Shipping documentation preparation, customs guidance, liaison with UAE customs agents, and clearance coordination.
Restricted Items: The UAE prohibits or restricts certain items including alcohol, pork products, certain medications, religious materials, and items considered culturally inappropriate. Our team provides detailed guidance during quotation.
Important: Customs requirements can change. We confirm current regulations during your survey. Allow 1-2 weeks for customs clearance after port arrival.
Cities We Serve for Removals to UAE
PSS International Removals provides door-to-door coverage across the United Arab Emirates.
Major Destinations:
- Dubai – UAE’s largest city and global business hub
- Abu Dhabi – UAE capital and cultural centre
- Sharjah – Cultural capital, northern emirates
- Ras Al Khaimah – Northern emirate
- Fujairah – Eastern coastal emirate
- Ajman – Northern emirate
- Umm Al Quwain – Northern emirate
UK Collection: Available from any location across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
What’s Included in Our UAE Removal Service
Removal Service:
- Door-to-door removal service from anywhere in UK to anywhere in UAE
- Free home/video survey for accurate quotes
- Shared container (groupage) or full container load (FCL) service
- Sea freight or air freight options
- Advice from expert International Removal Consultant & Dedicated Move Manager
- Help with documentation & UAE customs requirements
- Use of recognised accredited shipping lines with frequent sailings
- Automated shipment status notifications
- Tailor-made shipment protection policies
- Storage in UK or UAE if required
- Competitive prices without compromising quality
Packing Services Include:
- Full international export standard packing & wrap service
- You pack, we ship option
- Fully trained export packers
- Provision of export-quality boxes, cartons & packing materials
- Custom wood casing/crates if required
- Professional antique wrapping
- Advice on preparing items for transport to UAE
Household Removals to the UAE from the UK FAQs
Find answers to our most commonly asked questions about moving to the United Arab Emirates using our UAE removals service.
Before You Move
How Long Do Removals to the UAE from the UK take?
Removal and shipping times to the United Arab Emirates can vary. Shipping groupage in a shared container takes longer than shipping a full container load, as different customers’ shipments need to be consolidated to fill one container.
Sea freight times from the UK to the UAE are around 5-7 weeks for a full container load (FCL) or 7-10 weeks for a shared container/groupage service (Sometimes called less than container load – LCL). In addition, you will also need to allow added time for customs clearance.
Usually, it will take our professional packers 2-4 days to pack and load a container.
| Port | Full Container Load (FCL) | Shared Container (Groupage) |
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| Dubai | 5-7 weeks | 7-10 weeks |
| Abu dhabi | 5-7 weeks | 7-10 weeks |
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NB: These are approximate sea freight shipping times to ports in the UAE only. You will need to allow additional time (approx. 10-15 days) for customs clearance and final delivery to your destination.
How Long Does Air Freight Shipping to the UAE Take from the UK?
For sending excess baggage or boxes to the United Arab Emirates by air freight, allow approximately 3 – 10 days.
Additional services include sea freight. However, your goods will take longer to arrive.
How Much Do International Removals to the UAE Cost in 2026?
The cost of removals to the UAE from the UK can vary considerably as it depends on many factors including where in the UK you are moving from, the volume and type of household goods you are sending, current exchange rates and your final destination address. However, as we specialise in removals from the UK to the UAE and have years of experience, we are able to offer the best prices.
These quotes are for a full removals service including packing and door-to-door delivery. Obviously, the exact cost will depend on many factors including the current exchange rate.
We recommend you use our online removal cost calculator or speak to one of our consultants for a more accurate estimate cost of the move to the Emirates.
When is payment due and will I have to pay a deposit?
Our payment terms are 7 days before removal day and we require a £350 deposit when booking your removal.
Are there additional charges?
All of our estimates are quoted as a door-to-door service. This service includes the standard custom clearance as well as other related charges. All related charges information will be clearly listed in your removals quote and explained to you by your Account Manager.
Do I Need Shipment Protection Cover or Maritime Removals Insurance to UAE?
What Documentation is Required?
Moving To the UAE
What Items are prohibited or restricted to Ship to UAE?
Can I Ship my Car, Motorbike or Other Vehicle?
We are able to help you ship vehicles overseas including cars, motorcycles, motorhomes and caravans to the Emirates. They can be shipped in the same container as your household goods or separately.
There are a number of factors you need to consider when importing cars into the UAE, so we suggest you speak to one of our advisers or visit our UAE vehicle shipping page for more information.
Customs Clearance and Quarantine
Where in UAE Do You Do Removals to?
Our comprehensive removal services cater to individuals and businesses looking to relocate from anywhere in the UK, be it London, Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland, to various destinations in the United Arab Emirates.
We ensure a seamless transition to Abu Dhabi, which includes Al Ain, a vibrant city known for its cultural heritage and beautiful landscapes. Ajman, with its stunning beaches and lively atmosphere, is another destination we cover. Furthermore, we facilitate removals to the ever-growing and dynamic city of Fujairah, known for its mountainous terrain and pristine beaches.
For those seeking a quieter lifestyle, our services encompass Ras Al Khaimah, a city renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and historical sites. Sharjah, the cultural capital of the UAE, with its rich heritage and artistic offerings, is also part of our coverage. Lastly, we provide removal services to Umm Al Quwain, a serene coastal town offering a peaceful environment.
Whether your motivation for moving to the UAE is to indulge in a luxurious lifestyle or explore career opportunities, you can rest assured that our removal services will take care of the logistics while you focus on settling into your new surroundings. The UAE offers many activities and attractions, ensuring that residents always have something exciting to do, whether exploring iconic landmarks, enjoying world-class shopping and dining experiences, or immersing themselves in the vibrant cultural scene.
Delivery of Your Items in United Arab Emirates
What if I Need Storage or Don't Yet Have a Delivery Address in United Arab Emirates?
This is not a problem as all we will require is a contact address and contact details. The delivery address can be advised at a later date or when you arrive.
If required, we can also arrange storage facilities of your household goods and personal effects in UAE whilst you arrange your new home. Once you’re ready our local movers will be able to deliver your belongings.
Removals to the UK from UAE
UAE Removals to the UK
No matter whether you’re a British Expat returning home or migrating from the UAE to the UK, we will be able to assist you with your move. Our partners and professional packing teams will take care of your move from your home in the United Arab Emirates, and we can handle customs and deliver your belongings anywhere in the UK or Ireland.
