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Please see our Cyprus Shipping Costs Blog for additional information.

The above costs should only be used as guide only. To receive an accurate quote for the total cost involved for your move to Cyprus simply request a quick quote here or give us a call on +44 117 9828 123.

Shipping your belongings to Cyprus is faster than you might think - just 16 days for both our full container and part load (groupage) services. This is the port-to-port transit time to Cyprus, with additional time required for customs clearance and delivery to your door.

We are the only UK mover offering weekly direct sailings from London Gateway Port to Limassol. Plus, we’re the only mover that publishes our sailing schedule, so you can check our London to Cyprus timetables anytime.

At 1st Move, we share container space with commercial exporters, meaning we don’t wait to fill containers before shipping. This allows us to depart every week, getting your belongings to Limassol up to 3 months faster than most UK movers. Settle into your new home sooner—without long delays in the UK.

You can learn more about how we can offer faster shipping here.

Following the UK's departure from the EU, there have been adjustments to travel regulations. While British citizens enjoy visa-free entry to Cyprus for up to 90 days within a 180-day period, long-term residency requires specific permits. Those who secured residency in Cyprus prior to the end of 2020 retain their status. For those seeking new residency, various permit options exist, including temporary permits for students and permanent permits for investors or under the Category F scheme.

Easy reservation, No Deposit, no cancellation fees. Payment is due only after we have collected your goods, packed and finalised to overall measurements. You can pay online or on the telephone by all major credit cards. You can book your move at any time without the need for a deposit and you can cancel at any time free of charge.

We have a simple quote form on this page, please complete and we will send you a quote tailored to your specific moving circumstances. We usually reply to all quote requests within a few hours or you can call Free in the UK on 0800 3890784 or Nationally on +4401179828123

Like most countries Cyprus has stringent regulations on what you can and cannot take into the country. We have a guide which details the current regulations on what is prohibited and what you can take. Please see our Cyprus Guide to Customs here and know before you go.

Yes, we offer a 10% early booking discount for every move to Cyprus. Booking your move early allows us to better plan our collection services and streamline our packing teams for maximum efficiency, so we offer a 10% discount when you book early.

So why not book your moving day now, it’s easy, no deposit, no obligation, no cancellation fees and our 10% early booking discount is our thank you for getting organised early... and you can book up to 12 months in advance!

Customers who book their move to Cyprus within 10 days of receiving their quote.

Let’s get that big ball rolling and Book your move in less than 60 seconds here.

Door-to-Door: Your 7 Step Guide

Be in full control of your move! This detailed timeline outlines each step of the process, from getting a quote, moving day, packing, and shipping to finally receiving your belongings in your new home. Plan your move with confidence and get ready for your new life Down Under.

1. Get a Quote (1 day): Start by obtaining a free online quote from our website or contact our team for a detailed estimate based on your specific needs.
2. Book Your Move (5 days): After receiving you moving quote and you are happy to book with us, we can usually arrange collection withing a few days of your preferred moving day and certainly with 5 days after you have received your quotation. You can book your no-deposit move online here.
3. Moving Day (1 day): Once your moving day has been agreed our transport department will be in touch to confirm, they will also contact you a week before to confirm the exact details of your shipment and packing requirements and arrival time on the day. We will call you the day before to confirm that you are ready and again on the morning of moving day to update you with the arrival time of our packers.
4. Packing and Palletising (3 to 5 days):
   • For shared container services your furniture personal effects and household goods will be professionally packed, shrink-wrapped, and palletised back at our warehouse. This process normally takes a few days at which time we are ready to ship your goods.
   • For full house moves which need a 20ft or 40ft container we can load directly from your home if you have suitable parking and access for a few days. If you do not have parking or access, we can collect in smaller vehicles and load the container at our warehouse.
5. Loading to container (1 day): Once we have packed your goods, we are good to go. Immediately! We are the only moving company that offer weekly sailings from the UK to Cyprus and the only UK moving company who publish our sailing schedules online. Once packed, your shipment will be loaded to a shared container for shipping on the next available vessel sailing from London Gateway port.
6. Shipping: Container vessel transit times from the UK to Cyprus takes around 16 days.
7. Arrival procedures - Customs Clearance and Delivery (2 to 5 days): Our approved customs brokers and redelivery agents will have you through customs quickly and stress free. Once your personal effects have cleared customs we will agree a suitable date for the delivery of your belongings to your new home. They will contact you around 7 days before the ship arrives giving you ample time to arrange the necessary customs paperwork and arrange a suitable delivery to your new home in Cyprus.

Be it Larnaca or Limassol, Protaras or Paphos, we have got you covered. We offer door to door international removals services to all towns in Cyprus including Nicosia, Limassol, Paphos, Larnaca, Ayia Napa, Kyrenia, Famagusta, Polis, Troodos Mountains, and Lefkara Wherever your destination, we’ve got you covered.

We will contact you before your container arrives to ensure that we have all your relevant customs and shipping documents to enable us to start the customs clearance process and to confirm your requirements and dates for delivery.

The short answer is yes, when you move to Cyprus it is possible to have your car shipped at the same time, and the good news is they drive on the left-hand side, just like the UK. We can arrange to ship your car inside a container and ship from London or by specialist Ro Ro , (Roll on Roll off) services from Southampton. Most sailings are weekly with a 16 day transit time.

Please visit for more information, they are part of the 1st Move International group of companies, and are one of the largest shippers of private vehicles to Cyprus. They have over 25 years of knowledge and experience and can guide you through the intricacies, paperwork, and customs requirements to safely ship your vehicle. Please visit the for more information.