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Because of the distance from the UK to countries in Western Europe is the shortest, we can offer the best value for your money. If you planning a move to Germany, France, Belgium or Netherlands MyCheapRemovals can offer you the cheapest service.

We also have a number of years of experience and our customer service is the top priority. Check our “Instant Removal Quote” for the best price or give as a call on 01942 926 944, 01942 409 822 or 01942 409 821 to discuss available options

Moving to a new country can be an exciting yet daunting experience. If you’re considering moving to Belgium, you may have a lot of questions about what to expect. This FAQ section aims to provide answers to some of the most common questions that expats have when moving to Belgium. We’ll cover topics such as removal costs, duration of the move, required documents, living costs in comparison to the UK, and moving with pets. Whether you’re looking for information on the best places to visit in Belgium or want to know more about the Belgian lifestyle and society, we’ve got you covered. Let’s get started!

How much does it cost to move from the UK to Belgium with MyCheapRemovals?

Are you planning to move from Spain to France? If so, you’ll need a reliable and experienced removal company to help you with the process. Moving to a new country can be a daunting task, but with the right help, it can also be an exciting and rewarding experience. At MyCheapRemovals, we offer removals from Spain to France. We have a team of experienced and qualified professionals who will take care of every detail of your move.

How much does it cost to move from the UK to Switzerland with MyCheapRemovals?

Removal costs depend on two main factors: the volume of a consignment and the distance. In terms of volume, we consider mainly two types of removals:

- small (5 and 10 cubic meters of volume)
- large – 15, 20 and 30 cubic meters.

So, for example, if you are thinking about moving from London to Zurich, you’ll be looking at £1049 for a small removal (5 cubic meters – part load ) or if you decide to move the content of a house – min. 15 cubic meters, prices will start from £2279.

MyCheapRemovalas provides international removal services across the whole of Europe.
One of the popular routes is from Spain to Germany. People wish to move to Germany for different reasons, to look for a place with a higher quality of life, to benefit from an amazing education system and study without spending thousands in tuition fees, or to enjoy beer and currywurst and explore new culture. Bearing in mind that Germany is the EU’s largest economy and is rated highly as a place to grow old it’s definitely worth considering for living.

How much will it cost to move from Spain to Germany?

How much does it cost to move from the UK to Ireland with MyCheapRemovals?

The cost of your removal to Ireland depends on two main factors: the volume of your belongings and the distance between your old and new homes.

In terms of volume, we offer two types of removals: small (5 and 10 cubic meters of volume) and large (15, 20 and 30 cubic meters).

Are you thinking about moving to France? If so, you’ll need to consider the cost of transporting your belongings. In this guide, we’ll discuss the average costs of partial removals to France so that you can budget for your move.

How much does moving from the UK to France cost?

The removal from the UK to France doesn’t need to cost a fortune. France is the country that our drivers visit on a daily basis, as it borders The UK. If you plan to remove a few household goods, you can use our part load service. The full-house moves require a whole van or even a bigger truck. To give you some idea about the costs of moving from the UK to France, we prepared some quotes from and to the biggest cities in both countries.

How much does moving from the UK to Germany cost?

The moving costs depend on volume and distance, hence local moving will always be cheaper than long-distance moving. In terms of volume, we considering two types of removals – small (5 and 10 cubic meters of volume) and large – 15, 20 and 30 cubic meters. For example, if you plan on relocating a few household goods from London to Berlin for our smallest option 5 cubic meters you will only pay £819, and the biggest option ( 30 cubic meters) will cost you around £2849. The other price example for moving from Manchester to Hamburg, a small removal option starting from £869 and large removal from £1739.
For instant, no obligation quote check Removals to Germany.

How long does it take for my belonging to arrive in Germany?

The delivery from the UK to Germany takes one or two days. However, every move is different, so the duration depends on a variety of factors. Long-distance moving will always take longer than local moving. Also, home moving (full load options – 20 and 30 cubic meters) will take less time than small removals, as it does not require additional stops. However, since the UK is not a member of the EU additional procedures are implemented, that may affect this time. So now the delivery time depends on how long the customs clearance will take. Usually, the delivery time does not change and still takes one or two days.

I’m moving to Germany – what documents do I need?

Following the United Kingdom’s exit from the European Union, there are now a few additional documents required when moving to Germany (and indeed all EU countries). We will need an inventory list, a copy of your passport or national ID card, and proof of your address in the UK for the past 12 months. We will also need proof of your destination address in Germany.

If you decide to use our removal service, we will send you a couple of documents to fill in: a “non-cession” and a CERFA. Our customer service representative will be happy to help you with this.

What are the living costs in Germany in comparison to the UK?

It cannot be denied that the standard of living in the UK is significantly more expensive than in Germany, not only for renting and buying apartments but also for Fitness clubs, cinemas, education, and gasoline. Even if groceries are at similar prices in these countries, the UK is for much more expensive inhabitants.
If you would like to know about living costs in Germany – check this page: REMOVALS TO GERMANY – FEW USEFUL FACTS or London vs. Berlin – Living costs comparison

Can I move to Germany with my Pet?

Yes, you can take your pet with you when you move to Germany from the UK. Among the main arrangements, we can indicate making official health certificates for your pet, choosing the right airline, understanding the German rules and regulations regarding transporting pets and choosing the most convenient and safe kennel.

Please bear in mind about few important things:

up-to-date vaccination records against rabies (you must wait 21 days from the date of the rabies vaccination before travelling),
up-to-date veterinary health certificates, (clinical examination, deworming, deticking) taking into account the regulations of the country of departure, the country of destination, and any transit airports,
special passport (issued by a vet) with a description of the colour, race, and sex of the animal together with a microchip number or tattoo,
microchip implant,
suitable container

You are contemplating a relocation from the UK to Switzerland, but still feel uncertain about essential factors which may affect your life abroad? Perhaps you wonder whether it will be possible to establish a new life abroad. Or maybe you are between a rock and hard place – thinking about which city is more suitable for your new residence, Zurich or London?

Precise and exact. These are the first words that come to mind when I want to describe Zurich. Many visitors also come here because of its attractive banking offers. Here in Switzerland, punctuality and preciseness are considered somewhat of the national virtues. To be fair, the phrase “time is money” takes a whole level up in Zurich.

Moving to another country is one of the most important decisions in life, one must be prepared not only for a change of environment and getting to know a new culture but also be aware of different costs of living.

For example, one must be thinking about choosing the right apartment suitable for one’s budget. Therefore, let’s take a closer look at the price comparison in London and Berlin.

Short version: Removals from London to Paris starts at £789, Brighton to Toulouse from £849. Read more …

Changing your surroundings, especially if it includes a move to another country, can be a very stressful event in life. You need to research the place you would like to live in, perhaps check its work opportunities, find the perfect house and the removal company that will be not only reliable but possibly low-budget. MyCheapRemovals knows all the concerns of its customers to assist in the whole removal process to France. Also, in MyChepRemovals time is money, so if you are all over the place with your removal, do not worry – we will do our best to take off your shoulders as much as possible.

Cost of living

Sometimes the decision of moving to a different country is not dictated by life events such as the promotion of one of the spouses. At times it is a matter of stagnation that propels somebody from moving to a different place – no matter where.

If you moving to France, we prepared a comparison of two metropolises that you might be interested in moving into. If you take into account London or Paris, perhaps you will find this post useful and vital.

We will compare the essential aspects of life in these two cities, such as the cost of food, housing, clothes, transportation, personal care, and entertainment.

A few months ago, our company MyCheapRemovals had the opportunity to move a client from the east of England to Berlin, Germany.

Our client did not know how to convert her belongings into storage capacity (m3). Fortunately, our customer service knew how to help immediately and suggested that the client send a list of things to be included in the move. Our customer service department, after consulting the transport office, decided that the best and most advantageous option would be to offer the customer 10 m3. To be sure, we have sent the customer the Inventory file for additional checks. It turned out that after the customer completes the form, the order is around 10m3.

This article is only a guide – MyCheapRemovals don’t provide pet shipping services

How to move to Germany with pets

If you are planning on moving from the UK to another European country with your pet for the first time, you may wonder where to start. Some steps need to be taken to make the removal with your pet straightforward and hassle-free.

Among the main arrangements, we can indicate making official health certificates for your pet, choosing the right airline, understanding the German rules and regulations regarding transporting pets, and choosing the most convenient and safe kennel for your fur child.

But do not worry, in this article, we will guide you on how to move to Germany with pets. We are mainly focusing on dogs as they are the most common pets that are taken along.

Many people living in the UK were looking at a move to Germany and are now wanting to know what has changed regarding removals to Germany after Brexit.

Removals to Germany after the Brexit transition period is closed. You will probably find the entire process of removal to Germany will become more complicated and costly to complete.

It also becomes slightly more complicated to gain resident status and to be able to work in Germany after Brexit. You will need a work visa or resident status. This makes a move to Germany from the UK a bit more complicated in 2021 onwards, however, moving to Germany from the UK is still achievable with MyCheapRemovals’ help.

Removals to Paris – price guide.

If you moving to Paris from the UK, here at MyCheapRemovals you can get an instant removal quote, however, as we are always honest about prices we prepared a small price guide. It helps you with planning your budget well in advance and also we can guarantee that we won’t be beaten on price. There are three main reasons why we can offer the most competitive prices:

All goods are pre-packed by a customer – it saves a lot of costs in manpower, usually calculated based on hours and total volume.
Predefined volumes – small removals – which is equivalent to 5 or 10 cubic meters or large removals – 15 or 30 cubic meters. The last option is also called “dedicated service” which guarantees the fastest delivery time.
No middleman – MyCheapRemovals has a fleet of more than 40 vans and lorries, so we don’t have to pay any fees or commissions.

There is actually another factor – as we frequently cross the English Channel we managed to get a very good deal with ferry operators, so we get discounted prices.

With fresh air, beautiful countryside and energetic cities, there are lots of reasons to consider moving to the Emerald Isle. Whether you’re moving solo, as a couple, or as a family, Ireland has a lot to offer.

Ireland is a country that has become the home of many nations for the past few years. However, there’s more to Ireland than booze shamrocks, so here are some things you need to know about Ireland before coming to live here.

Ireland has so many wonderful locations, but the great thing about living here is that it’s a fairly compact island. So whether it’s for a day trip or a weekend break, you’ll never be too far away to go and explore them all.

Public Holidays in Ireland

There are nine public holidays in Ireland each year. Public holidays include:

Belgium is well known for its beer, chocolate, and linguistic diversity. However, it is a lot more than that! Whether you are going to move to, or just visit Belgium, you may need some basic information about what living in this captivating country looks like.

We decided to help you out, by finding some accurate information about Belgian public and school holidays, car taxes, as well as shopping. Let’s get started!

Removals to Switzerland

Whether you are relocating to Switzerland to work, retire or simply enjoy the beautiful countryside, some preparation will make your move run smoothly. You should know that Switzerland has four languages -French, German, Italian and Romansh. Switzerland is divided into units called cantons – and they have a high degree of autonomy. Regulations about language, housing, and other matters will be different depending on where you settle. Also, did you know that Switzerland is one of the happiest places to live, in the world? Please check below a few tips to make you’re moving to Switzerland easy.

Public holidays

While there are some Swiss holidays observed across the nation, certain religious holidays and local holidays are only observed in specific cantons and regions around Switzerland. This means that not all cantons across Switzerland have the same Swiss public holidays. National holidays in Switzerland or Swiss bank holidays are taken very seriously, with almost all shops and public institutions closed. Therefore, in case, you are moving to Switzerland, we highly recommend doing at least a general check on the local holidays. Although celebrating holidays in Switzerland is rarely cheap, there are some local festivities that might fit your budget.

The most important of all holidays in Switzerland is the Swiss National Day, which falls on 1 August every year and is technically the only official federal holiday. Also, one of the most colourful Swiss holidays is a carnival when the Swiss let their hair down and celebrate.

Swiss public holidays 2023

(N) national holiday
(R) regional holidays only observed in certain cantons

Sunday, 1 January: New Year’s Day (N);
Monday, 2 January: Berchtold’s Day (R)
Friday, 6 January: Epiphany (R)
Wednesday, 1 March: Republic Day (R) this region declared itself a republic and part of Switzerland in 1848;
Sunday, 19 March: St Joseph’s Day (Josefstag) (R)
Wednesday, 3 April: Näfelser Fahrt (pilgrimage to the battle site) (R)
Monday, 17 April: Sechseläuten (6 o’clock ringing of the bells, the third Monday of April) (R) – afternoon only, Zurich;
Friday, 7 April: Good Friday (Karfreitag) (R) – all cantons except Ticino and Valais;
Monday, 10 April: Easter Monday (Ostermontag) (N) – celebrated to different degrees depending on the canton and region;
Monday, 1 May: Labour Day/May Day (Tag der Arbeit) (R)
Thursday, 18 May: Ascension Day (Auffahrt) (40 days after Easter) (N);
Monday, 29 May: Whit Monday or Pentecost Monday (Pfingstmontag) (R) – celebrated to varying degrees depending on the canton and region;
Thursday, 8 June: Corpus Christi (Fronleichnam) (R)
Friday, 23 June: Fête d’Indépendance
Thursday, 29 June: St Peter’s/St Paul’s Day (R)
Tuesday, 1 August: Swiss National Day (Bundesfeier) (N);
Tuesday, 15 August: Assumption Day (R)
Thursday, 7 September: Jeûne genevois (R)
Monday, 11 September: Knabenschiessen (R)
Sunday, 17 September: The Federal Fast
Monday, 25 September: St Niklaus von Flüe (R)
Wednesday, 1 November: All Saints’ Day (Allerheiligen) (R)
Friday, 8 December: Immaculate Conception (Maria Empfangnis) (R)
Monday, 25 December: Christmas Day (Weihnachten) (N)
Tuesday, 26 December: Boxing Day/St Stephen’s Day (Stephenstag)
Sunday, 31 December: Restoration Day (R) – Geneva; a commemoration of the re-establishment of Geneva as a republic in 1813.

School holidays

School holidays in Switzerland cross over with public holidays (such as Christmas and Easter), plus there are other breaks such as the summer holiday.

School holidays in Switzerland: 2022–2023

Autumn break: 1–3 weeks between 24 September and 6 November 2022
Christmas break: 1.5–2.5 weeks between 24 December 2022 and 8 January 2023
Carnival/sport break: 1–2 weeks between 28 January and 12 March 2023
Spring Break: 2 weeks between 7 April and 23 May 2023
Summer break: 5–10 weeks between 1 June and 27 August 2023

Car insurance and taxes

Car insurance in Switzerland is very expensive, but the good news is that cover extends to anyone that the owner of the plates allows to drive the car. However, if that person is in a high-risk group, such as a driver under the age of 25, you will have to pay a larger percentage of any claim. Most Swiss car insurance companies will accept statements from foreign insurers for the number of years of no claims bonus to which you are entitled.

To use Swiss motorways, the motorway sticker (called a Vignette) must be displayed on the front windscreen. It is available from the customs border, post offices, service stations and garages and costs CHF 40 per year. There is a fine of over CHF 200 for vehicles without a valid tax sticker.

Switzerland’s tax system is complicated, with taxes levied at federal, municipal and cantonal levels. Married couples are also taxed on their joint earnings rather than individually, and many tax reliefs exist.

Don’t forget to keep a copy of all bills relating to medical services, including any prescriptions. You will need them for your health insurance at the end of the year. You should also keep any bills you receive relating to repairs to your home. You may be able to offset these against tax in the following year.

Did you know that laws in Switzerland also tax residents for owning a dog? Taxes are taken annually on the type, height, weight, and size of the dog.
Dog owners are expected to take courses to train and care for their pets.

Cost of living in Switzerland

The cost of living in Switzerland is high but provides access to one of the world’s highest life qualities.

As well as housing prices, food prices in Switzerland are also steep. Most Swiss residents cook at home because eating out can be expensive.
Monthly supermarket bills vary widely depending on household size and preferred brands. The food in Switzerland is higher than in other European cities, with prices being highest in Zurich and Geneva.

The cheapest Swiss supermarkets are:

ALDI.
Denner.
Lidl.

Switzerland has a very good and modern flavour when it comes to eating out and is acknowledged as a culinary haven – if you can afford to eat out, with costs typically limiting the number of times the average family treats themselves to a restaurant meal.

The good news is that tips are included in the bill. The most affordable time of day to eat out in Switzerland is lunchtime when you can order discount deals from the menu of the day.
Are you still thinking about the removal to Switzerland? So what are you waiting for? Couldn’t be any easier than clicking for a quote or getting in touch today for more information.

Germany. Deutschland.

If you moving to Germany and before you decide to make a booking with MyCheapRemovals we prepared some basic information about this country. Public holidays, car insurance and taxes, and the most popular supermarkets.

The land is famous for its scenic landscapes, beer and sausages (Wurst). Known for its long winters and beautiful Christmas markets. Well, everyone knows that Germany doesn’t need any introduction to their cars. The name speaks for themselves. You can discover so many new things that are surprising.

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Highly recommended. Very good service, flexible to our changing times and demands; Sylwia Janyska was very efficient and helpful and it was great to get a person at a the end of the p... Read More

Highly recommended. Very good service, flexible to our changing times and demands; Sylwia Janyska was very efficient and helpful and it was great to get a person at a the end of the phone. Pick up as arranged time window and drop off too, very carefully handled by the driver pick up and assistant (Hubert for the record) and well handled and all in all, took a lot of stress out of what is always a stressful time moving between countries - for the record this time between Netherlands and Scotland. Melissa, September 2023 Read Less
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Best company I've ever worked with. They are helpful, kind and professional. They made the whole process so much less stressful. Sylwia answered all of our questions (and we had a lot). She was very accomodating! The driver, Sławomir was also really really friendly and helpful. Overall an amazing company! Read Less

From:	To:	5m³	10m³	15m³
Edenbridge, UK	Wrocław, Poland	£699	£859	£1369
Edenbridge, UK	Wrocław, Poland	£699	£859	£1369
Bury, UK	Benicàssim, Spain	£939	£1279	£2089
London, UK	Lucerne, Switzerland	£1049	£1659	£2279
Edinburgh, UK	Vega, Stockholm County, Sweden	£1719	£2189	£3139
London, UK	Amsterdam, Netherlands	£669	£839	£1279
Uxbridge, UK	Bologna, Italy	£999	£1219	£1919