Stress-Free International Removals to UAE from the UK in 4 Easy Steps…

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STEP 1
Home Survey or Quote
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Get an online quote in 60 seconds or book a FREE home survey.
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STEP 2
Help and Advice
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Your dedicated Account Manager can help answer your questions and tailor your removal requirements.
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STEP 3
Your belongings packed and shipped

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Our specialist export-packing team will take care of everything for you.

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Customs clearance & delivery to your new home

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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.

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Key Information for Moving to the UAE

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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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

Accredited to the Highest International Standards…

“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)
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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.

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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.

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How Long Do Removals to the UAE from the UK take?

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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.

Average Sea Freight Times to the UAE from the UK in 2026

Port Full Container Load (FCL) Shared Container (Groupage)
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.

 

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How Much Do International Removals to the UAE Cost in 2026?

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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.

 

Do I Need Shipment Protection Cover or Maritime Removals Insurance to UAE?

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What Documentation is Required?

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What Items are prohibited or restricted to Ship to UAE?

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Can I Ship my Car, Motorbike or Other Vehicle?

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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

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Where in UAE Do You Do Removals to?

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Delivery of Your Items in United Arab Emirates

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What if I Need Storage or Don't Yet Have a Delivery Address in United Arab Emirates?

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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

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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.

Please contact us for more details.