Moving to Egypt from the UK — Door-to-Door Shipping Service
Planning on moving to Egypt from the UK? London Moving Services is the only removal company in the UK offering a complete door-to-door service to Egypt — including customs clearance coordination and final home delivery. We collect from your UK address, handle all export paperwork, ship your goods, clear customs in Egypt, and deliver directly to your door. One company. One coordinator. No surprises.
- UK collection from any address
- Export packing and labelling
- Sea freight groupage or full container
- Air freight for urgent shipments
- Egypt customs clearance coordination
- Door delivery to any city in Egypt
Why London Moving Services for Moving to Egypt from the UK
When moving to Egypt from the UK, most companies will take your goods as far as the port — then leave you to arrange customs clearance and final delivery yourself. London Moving Services is different. With over 18 years of specialist experience on the UK to Egypt route, we handle every stage of your move under one roof.
- Door to port only
- You arrange customs yourself
- Duties and clearance not included
- You find your own Egypt delivery agent
- Multiple companies, multiple contacts
- Hidden charges at destination
- Full door-to-door service
- We coordinate customs clearance
- Customs process fully managed
- Our Egypt partner delivers to your home
- One coordinator from start to finish
- Clear pricing, no surprises
We are the only UK removal company offering this complete service. If you want a genuine door-to-door move to Egypt with no gaps, no handoffs, and no stress — London Moving Services is your only option in the UK.
What Is Included in Your Move to Egypt from the UK
Every door-to-door shipment to Egypt includes the following as standard:
- Home collection anywhere in the UK — London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Glasgow and nationwide
- Export packing and labelling — professional materials, proper protection for sea transit
- Inventory and packing list preparation for customs
- Sea freight or air freight booking — we select the best routing and schedule
- Export documentation — bill of lading, customs export entry
- Egypt customs clearance coordination — handled by our licensed Egypt partner
- Final delivery to your address in Egypt — Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, New Cairo, 6th of October, and all governorates
Shipping Options When Moving to Egypt from the UK
Groupage Shipping to Egypt (LCL)
The most popular option for Egyptians moving from the UK. You share a container with other shipments and pay only for the space you use. Best for 2 to 12 cubic metres — ideal for boxes, a studio or one-bedroom flat, or part loads. We consolidate groupage shipments regularly on the UK to Egypt route, so you benefit from competitive rates and frequent departures.
Full Container Shipping to Egypt (FCL)
Best for full household moves and larger volumes — typically a 3-bedroom house and above. You get exclusive use of the container with a fixed loading date and direct routing. Fewer handling points means lower risk of damage. Choose between a 20ft container (28–32 m³) or a 40ft container (60–65 m³).
Air Freight to Egypt
When speed matters. Air freight moves your essential items from the UK to Egypt in 3 to 7 days. Higher cost per kg but the fastest option available. Best suited for 1 to 30 boxes, important documents, or items needed urgently ahead of your main sea shipment.
Pricing Guide — Moving to Egypt from the UK
Use these ranges to plan your budget. Final quotes depend on volume, UK collection address, packing requirements, season, and your Egypt delivery address. Request a free detailed quote for your exact shipment.
| Shipping Mode | Typical Volume | Transit Time | Guide Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air freight | 0.1 to 1.5 m³ | 3 to 7 days | £6 to £10 per kg |
| Groupage / LCL (sea) — by volume | 2 to 12 m³ | 6 to 8 weeks | £220 to £480 per m³ |
| Groupage / LCL (sea) — by weight | Boxes, suitcases, small loads | 6 to 8 weeks | £5 per kg |
| 20ft FCL (sea) | 28 to 32 m³ | 5 to 7 weeks | £3,900 to £4,800 |
| 40ft FCL (sea) | 60 to 65 m³ | 5 to 7 weeks | £5,500 to £6,900 |
All prices are guide ranges. Your confirmed quote includes UK collection, export packing, freight, customs coordination, and Egypt home delivery. No hidden fees.
How Your Move to Egypt from the UK Works — Step by Step
- Free quote — Tell us your UK collection address, approximate volume, and Egypt delivery address. We send a detailed quote within 24 hours.
- Booking confirmation — Confirm your move date and pay a 50% deposit. We schedule your UK collection.
- UK collection and packing — Our team collects from your home across the UK. We export-pack all items and prepare the inventory and packing list.
- Freight booking and export — We book your sea or air freight, prepare all export documentation, and load your container or airfreight consignment.
- Transit to Egypt — Your goods travel to Alexandria or Cairo airport. We track your shipment and keep you updated throughout.
- Egypt customs clearance — Our licensed Egypt partner handles customs clearance at the port. We guide you on any documentation needed.
- Home delivery in Egypt — Your goods are delivered directly to your address in Egypt. Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, or any Egyptian governorate.
Egypt Customs Clearance — What You Need to Know
Customs clearance is one of the most challenging parts of moving to Egypt from the UK. Our licensed Egypt partner manages the entire clearance process on your behalf. We have 18 years of experience navigating Egyptian customs requirements and will guide you through every document.
Documents Commonly Required
- Valid passport copy (UK and Egyptian if applicable)
- Egyptian national ID or residency document where applicable
- Itemised inventory and packing list in Arabic and English
- Delivery address and recipient contact details in Egypt
- Building access notes and lift availability
- Power of attorney for customs agent (we guide you through this)
About Duties and Taxes
Import duties in Egypt depend on item type, declared value, and current Egyptian customs regulations. We are transparent about all costs before you book. Our Egypt team keeps us updated on current duty rates so there are no surprises at destination.
Reference: IAM Country Guides — Egypt
18 Years of Experience Moving to Egypt from the UK
London Moving Services has been operating the UK to Egypt route since 2006. We are one of the most experienced Egypt shipping specialists in the United Kingdom. Our founder has built long-standing relationships with customs agents, freight forwarders, and delivery partners in Egypt — ensuring your goods are handled correctly at every stage.
- Hundreds of successful UK to Egypt shipments completed
- Dedicated Egypt partner network — Cairo, Alexandria, and all governorates
- IAM, BIFA, and FIATA accredited — verified international moving standards
- Arabic-speaking coordinator available for Egyptian customers
- Transparent pricing — no hidden charges at origin or destination
What Our Customers Say
"Collected from our home in London, delivered to our flat in New Cairo. Clear updates throughout and the team in Egypt was professional and on time. Exactly what was promised."— Customer, London to New Cairo
"We shipped a full container from Manchester to Alexandria. The whole process was managed from start to finish. No hidden costs, no stress. Would use again."— Customer, Manchester to Alexandria
"Compared several companies. London Moving Services was the only one that included customs clearance and delivery in Egypt in their price. That made the decision easy."— Customer, Birmingham to Cairo
Prohibited and Restricted Items for Egypt
Egyptian customs regulations prohibit or restrict certain items. We advise all customers before packing to avoid delays at clearance.
- Weapons, ammunition, and military equipment
- Hazardous materials and pressurised cylinders
- Certain publications, media, and satellite equipment restricted by Egyptian law
- Food and plant products may require permits
- Currency above declared limits
- Narcotics and controlled substances
If you are unsure about a specific item, contact us before packing and we will advise.
Collection and Delivery Areas
UK Collection Areas
We collect from any address across the United Kingdom — London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Cardiff, Bristol, Nottingham, Leicester, Sheffield, and all surrounding areas. No location is too remote. We will travel to you.
Egypt Delivery Areas
We deliver to all Egyptian governorates and cities including Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, New Cairo, 6th of October City, Sheikh Zayed, Mansoura, Tanta, Zagazig, Ismailia, Port Said, Suez, Luxor, Aswan, Assiut, Sohag, Minya, Qena, Hurghada, and Sharm El Sheikh. Ask us about your specific delivery address.
Moving Tips for UK to Egypt Shipments
- Declutter before packing — volume drives cost on groupage, so reducing items reduces price
- Keep valuables with you — passports, jewellery, cash, and irreplaceable documents should travel with you personally
- Photograph high-value items — take photos of electronics and furniture for insurance purposes before packing
- Label boxes by room — add Arabic labels if your Egypt delivery team needs them
- Confirm building access early — check lift availability and building management rules at your Egypt delivery address
- Plan around customs timing — allow extra time for customs clearance, especially during Egyptian public holidays
- Book your move date early — container space fills up, especially in summer months when demand is highest
خدمة النقل والشحن من المملكة المتحدة إلى مصر — من الباب إلى الباب
شركة لندن موفينج سيرفيسز هي الشركة الوحيدة في المملكة المتحدة التي تقدم خدمة نقل عفش ومتعلقات شاملة من الباب إلى الباب إلى مصر — بما في ذلك الاستلام من بيتك في انجلترا، والتغليف، والشحن البحري أو الجوي، والتخليص الجمركي في مصر، والتوصيل حتى باب بيتك.
لماذا لندن موفينج سيرفيسز؟
- خبرة 18 سنة في مسار المملكة المتحدة ومصر
- الشركة الوحيدة في المملكة المتحدة بخدمة باب لباب شاملة للجمارك والتوصيل
- نتكلم عربي — متحدث عربي متاح لخدمة عملائنا المصريين
- نوصّل لكل محافظات مصر — القاهرة، الجيزة، الإسكندرية، القاهرة الجديدة، 6 أكتوبر، الشيخ زايد، وكل المحافظات
- شحن مجمّع أو حاوية كاملة حسب حجم الشحنة
- أسعار واضحة بدون مفاجآت
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Frequently Asked Questions — Moving to Egypt from the UK
Transit time depends on the shipping method. Air freight takes 3 to 7 days from the UK to Egypt. Sea freight groupage typically takes 6 to 8 weeks from collection to home delivery. Full container (FCL) shipments usually take 5 to 7 weeks. These times include customs clearance in Egypt. Times may vary with port schedules and customs processing speed.
We coordinate the customs clearance process through our licensed Egypt partner. Egyptian import duties depend on item type, declared value, and current customs regulations. We are fully transparent about expected costs before you book — we guide you through every charge so there are nothing unexpected at destination. Contact us for a full breakdown based on your inventory.
For boxes and smaller loads, sea groupage is available at £5 per kg — collected from your UK address and delivered door-to-door to Egypt. For larger shipments by volume, groupage runs from £220 to £480 per cubic metre. A 20ft full container costs approximately £3,900 to £4,800 and a 40ft container costs £5,500 to £6,900. Prices vary with season, volume, and delivery location in Egypt. Request a free detailed quote and we will confirm your price within 24 hours.
Yes. We ship small loads including individual boxes and suitcases via air freight or sea groupage. We collect from your UK address and deliver to your home in Egypt regardless of shipment size. Contact us with your approximate number of boxes and we will recommend the most cost-effective option.
Yes. We deliver to all Egyptian governorates and cities. This includes Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, New Cairo, 6th of October City, Sheikh Zayed, Mansoura, Tanta, Ismailia, Port Said, Suez, Assiut, Luxor, Aswan, Sohag, Minya, Qena, Hurghada, Sharm El Sheikh, and all surrounding areas. Ask us about your specific delivery address when requesting a quote.
Yes. We provide full professional export packing as part of our door-to-door service. For fragile and high-value items we can arrange ISPM-15 compliant wooden crating. All packing materials are appropriate for sea and air transit conditions.
Yes. We offer short-term and long-term storage in the UK before your shipment departs. This is useful when your move dates do not align with container departure schedules or when you need time to finalise your Egypt address. Ask us about storage options when you request your quote.
Yes. Through our partner network we can coordinate moves from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and other GCC countries to Egypt. If you or your family are returning to Egypt from the Gulf and have goods in multiple countries, contact us to discuss a coordinated solution.
Groupage (also called LCL — Less than Container Load) means your goods share a container with other shipments. You pay only for the space you use. This is ideal for 2 to 12 cubic metres. A full container (FCL) means you have exclusive use of the entire container — best for large households of 3 bedrooms and above. FCL gives you a fixed loading date and fewer handling points.
Yes. We strongly recommend marine insurance for all international shipments. We can arrange all-risk marine cargo insurance at 3.5% of declared value with a minimum premium of £50. This covers your goods for the full journey from UK collection to Egypt delivery. Ask us for details when you request your quote.
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This Egypt service is part of our full international moving service from the UK.
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