Container shipping to Malaysia
Get a cost for shipping containers to Malaysia from the UK best rates for 20ft & 40ft containers
Moving to Malaysia and need to ship your belongings? Our international removals and shipping services to Malaysia combine competitive pricing with excellent customer service, supporting both expats returning home and those relocating for the first time. Whether you’re moving to Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor Bahru, or Selangor, our reliable door-to-door service is designed to make your move straightforward and stress free.
The cost of shipping your household goods from the UK to Malaysia depends on the volume of your belongings and the level of service you choose. Most household moves to Malaysia are completed via sea freight, which is the most cost-effective option for full and part-load shipments. Typical transit times range from 6 to 9 weeks for full container loads, with shared container (groupage) services taking around 8 to 12 weeks, depending on port schedules and customs processing. Air freight can also be arranged for urgent or essential items.
Other key considerations include professional packing, a detailed inventory, customs documentation, and delivery to your new address in Malaysia. Experienced international removals companies to Malaysia, such as PSS, manage every stage of the process for you, helping to ensure your shipment is handled efficiently and in full compliance with Malaysian customs regulations.
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Costs of Shipping a Container from the UK to Malaysia
The cost of shipping a container from the UK to Malaysia will vary depending on a few factors, such as the container size you need and the exact location you’re shipping to. For example, a remote address may cost more than major areas due to extended shipping time, and a 20ft container will be cheaper to ship than a 40ft container.
You can view an estimation of the pricing below or get in touch with our team for an exact quote.
Shipping a container to Malaysia in 2026 costs
Prices last updated April 2026
in as little as 1-4 weeks
| Shipment / Move Size | Cost |
| 5-8 Large Boxes | £980-£1212 |
| 1 Bedroom Flat | £2600 – £2900 |
| 3 Bed House | £4460 – £4910 |
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Shipping your container to Malaysia is easy with PSS
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 shipping requirements.
STEP 3
Quick and easy collection and shipping
Whether you are shipping your house contents boxes or furniture you will have our professional packing service.
STEP 4
Customs clearance & delivery to your new home
On arrival our agents will take care of customs clearance and deliver to your door.
What Does Our Shipping Container to Malaysia Service Include?
- Door-to-door container shipping to Malaysia
- Both part and full load services are available
- A dedicated Move Manager
- Assistance with any required documentation
- Export-quality packing materials
- Choice between self-pack and a professional packing service
- Advice on customs requirements
- Customs clearance on arrival
- Storage in the UK or Malaysia if required
Full or Shared Shipping Container UK to Malaysia
At PSS, we offer two different ways of shipping containers to Malaysia from the UK, alongside the two shipping container size options (20ft and 40ft). We’ve explained the differences below and offered some advice on how to choose the best option for your circumstances:
For smaller shipments, we provide a shared part load shipping container service, also referred to as LCL (less than container load). Your belongings will be arranged together with those of other customers shipping to Malaysia, and the pricing will be split depending on the volume of the belongings.
For customers shipping larger quantities, e.g., a full household removal, we offer full container load (FCL) shipping to Malaysia. We’ll provide a full container for your use only, and we’ll deliver it to your home, where our expert packers will load it and custom seal it before it’s sent off to Malaysia.
Our shipping container service to Germany is designed for household goods, such as furniture and other personal items, for those moving to Malaysia. If you’re looking to ship commercial goods, we recommend contacting a commercial freight forwarder.
"Why choose PSS International in April 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)
Container Shipping to Malaysia cost calculator
Want to know how it will cost to send your belongings to Malaysia? Our free online Cost Calculator will help you estimate of the cost.
FAQ Guide for shipping containers from UK to Malaysia
Below are answers to the most Frequently Asked Questions about overseas container shipping to Malaysia. There is a lot to consider with international moving which is why we allocate you a Move Manager to guide you through the whole shipping process.
How long does shipping a container to Malaysia from the UK take?
Shipping times to Malaysia can vary depending on the shipping option used and the end destination. Shared (part load) container shipping takes longer than a sole-use container load as different customers shipments need to be consolidated to fill one container.
| Sea Freight Full Container | Sea Freight Shared Container | Air Freight | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Shipping Times | 6-8 weeks | 8-12 weeks | 7-14 days |
NB: These are approximate sea freight shipping times to port only. You will need to allow additional time for customs clearance and final delivery to your destination.
How much does container shipping to Malaysia cost?
Container shipping costs to Malaysia will vary considerably according to a number of factors such as exactly when and where you are from and too. Also the amount of packing required for your shipment.
To get a quick estimate you can use the container shipping cost calculator on this page.
Our shipping quotes are for a full international removal shipping service including packing, door to door delivery and customs clearance. Beware of cheap shipping rates that are only a basic port to port service which will mean additional packing costs and other fees.
Cheap container shipping rates from UK to Malaysia
We are also members of MTC (the Movers Traders Club) which provides us with economies of scale and allows us to negotiate the best sea freight rates with leading international shipping companies.
We are confident that we can offer you the cheapest rate to ship your container to Malaysia from the UK.
To get an accurate container shipping rate we suggest you book a free home or video survey.
How much is marine insurance or shipment protection?
We highly recommend you take out shipment protection cover or a marine insurance policy for your container.
We provide a very flexible shipment protection cover through Basil Fry & Company, the UK’s leading insurance broker for international removals and shipping:
- Our policy is quick and easy to set up, simply complete our Shipment Protection valuation form with the items you would like to cover and their values.
- Removal (we pack) consignments cover costs 3% of the total insurable value you declare.
- Vehicle shipments cover costs 2% of the vehicles declared value.
- Self-Pack (you pack) consignments cover costs 5% of the total insurable value you declare.
- Baggage/Airfreight consignments, which are owner packed, will cost 5% of the total insurable value you declare.
What size or volume shipping containers do you provide?
Shipping containers come in two standard sizes 20ft and 40ft.
Our consultants will be able to advise you on what size meets your requirements.
We also have various shipping options to meet your needs including part load or shared containers.
| Size | 20ft Container | 40ft Container |
| Cubic Capacity (Volume) | 1050 cu ft (29.73 CBM) | 2100 cu ft (59.47 CBM) |
| Internal Length | 19′ 3 (5.87m) | 39’5 (12m) |
| Internal Dimensions | Width 7’8 (2.33m) Height 7’9 (2.35m) | |
| Door Dimensions | Width 7’8 (2.28m) Height 7’5 (2.26m) | |
| Weight | 2225kg | 3950 kg |
| Cargo Weight | 21700 kg | 26500 kg |
*Exact container dimensions and available volume may vary.
Other sizes of container are available upon request – contact us for more details.
Shared or part load (LCL) shipping containers to Malaysia
For smaller shipments we provide a shared or part load shipping container service. Your goods will be grouped together with those of other customers shipping to Malaysia so the costs can be shared based on how much you send.
This is sometimes referred to as groupage or LCL (Less than Container Load).
This method of shipping is very economical, but you may need to allow for increased shipping time as the contents of the container will need to be consolidated from different customers.
Sole use or full container load (FCL) to Malaysia
For shipping larger amounts such as a full household removal to Malaysia, we can provide a container for your sole use.
We will arrange for the container to be delivered to your home where we will pack it and it will be customs sealed before heading to the port to embark for Malaysia.
This method of shipping has a number of advantages since you can fill your container with all your belongings.
As you have a full container for your sole use, it is also secure, economical and there are no delays in shipping – once it is full it can go directly to the ship for loading.
Which container shipping company do you use for sea freight to Malaysia?
PSS International Removals are accredited by BAR and FIDI. We therefore only use accredited container shipping companies such as Maersk, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd and One to transport your belongings. This ensures the highest level of service.
By using the best international shipping companies for your move to Malaysia, you can be assured that your possessions will be taken care of.
Also as members of many accredited organisations, such as The Movers Traders Club, we are able to negotiate very favourable rates and pass these savings onto you.
Customs clearance when importing your container into Malaysia
As part of our Malaysia shipping service we will take care of everything for you from door to door. This includes exporting your container from the United Kingdom and importing into Malaysia.
Our shipping quote includes basic customs clearance but not taxes, import duties and other customs charges such as any quarantine fees.
If we pack your container for you then we will compile a customs inventory on your behalf and we will also advise you of what other shipping documents are required.
We recommend you carefully read the FIDI Customs Guide for Malaysia so that you are aware of the customs process and what you can and can’t ship to Malaysia.
In particular, check the list of prohibited and restricted items, and the conditions for duty / tax free entry into Malaysia.
Shipping container services for goods or personal effects to Malaysia
Our container shipping service to Malaysia is designed for household goods, furniture and other personal effects for people moving to Malaysia.
If you need to ship commercial goods to Malaysia from UK we recommend you contact a commercial freight forwarder.
Container Shipping Ports in Malaysia
We ship to all ports and onward destinations in Malaysia from the UK.
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