Removals to New Zealand

Many people are drawn to New Zealand by its rugged beauty and cool climate. One of the most popular destinations for UK citizens to settle, we have the necessary experience to ensure a stress free moving plan for you.

Available services:

• Full Container shipping (20ft / 40ft / 45ft)
• Groupage Part Load shipping
• Motor Vehicle shipping
• Airfreight to airport or residence
• Household & Personal Effects

Goods may be imported Duty Free if they have been owned and used in the UK for at lease 12 months prior to importation.

Household and personal effects entering New Zealand are subject to physical examination by the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries (MAF). All items must be thoroughly cleaned prior to packing however professional cleaning may still be required at destination (there will be a charge for this service payable locally). For an up to date list on items that will be subject to inspection, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Inspections in main city areas will be held at the residence upon offloading. Residences in more rural areas will require that the inspection is carried out at the bonded warehouse which will incur additional fees.

Required documentation from client:

• Original Passport
• Personal effects supplementary declaration
• Unaccompanied Baggage declaration
• Motor Vehicles

First time residents may import motor vehicles (and most boats) Tax and Duty free providing: the owner intends to take
up permanent residence in New Zealand for the first time; has personally used the vehicle for at least one year before their departure date; is importing the vehicle for their own use; and will undertake in writing not sell or dispose of the vehicle within two years after importation. Returning New Zealanders may import a motor vehicle subject to payment of GST on the CIF value of the car. A statement of Compliance verified by either the LTSA or NZAA must be obtained prior to shipping any vehicle.

Immediately prior to shipping, all motor vehicles must have their chassis and wheels steam cleaned and the inside valeted (if applicable.). Vehicles can only be shipped with a minimal amount of fuel in the tank.

Required documentation from client:

• Verified Statement of Compliance from manufacturer
• Vehicle registration form Sales or purchase invoice
• Evidence of intended permanent residence in New Zealand
• Driving licence

Vehicles can be imported by first time residents Duty Free if they have been owned and used in the UK for one year prior to departure and are for their own use and not for re-sale.

Prior to shipping, all motor vehicles must have their chassis and wheels steam cleaned and the inside valeted (if applicable.) Vehicles can only be shipped with a minimal amount of fuel in the tank.

Required documentation from client:

• Statement of Compliance
• Vehicle registration form Sales or purchase invoice and service record
• Import approval

For a full guide of prohibited / restricted items or a free, no obligation quotation, please contact our office on 01745 770555. For Packing and Insurance options, please see the relevant pages on our website.