Removals to New Zealand
If you are planning on moving to New Zealand, we have the expertise and knowledge to ensure your move is as stress-free as possible. Wherever you are moving to in New Zealand; Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch, or anywhere else, Britannia Goodwins can take you there.
Your removal is only part of your move to New Zealand, so we have a bit of information to help you along the way, including New Zealand visas and getting settled in New Zealand.
Customs Clearance - It normally takes about 10 to 15 days for customs clearance and delivery. This can, of course, be impacted or changed by government policy, the inspection of goods, etc.
Packing & Delivery - Our specially trained removal men will pack and wrap your items to ensure that they are transported safely to your final destination.
Additional removal services – Should you require additional removal services when moving to New Zealand, we are authorised to provide comprehensive insurance, in addition to being able to arrange international storage or pet transport.
Prohibitions and Restrictions
In general it is in your interest not to import the following items:
- Firearms & ammunition
- Inflammable goods & substances
- Plants & plant material
- Foodstuffs, perishables or otherwise
- Narcotics and dangerous goods
- Offensive materials
- Alcohol & Tobacco
Moving your household goods to New Zealand
Your household goods can usually be imported duty free into New Zealand if you've owned them for at least 12 months prior to being imported. An inventory is required to move your belongings, and we'll provide you with the correct customs forms to be completed prior to export. Don't forget - you'll also need to have a valid visa or passport which entitles you to residence in New Zealand.
New Zealand removal transit times
Groupage or shared load consignments usually take eight to 14 weeks door-to-door. This can vary depending on volumes being shipped, customs or immigration delays and weather conditions. Containers for sole use usually take six to eight weeks port-to-port, with weekly service to all major ports in New Zealand.
Moving your pets to New Zealand
We can recommend a specialised shipper of animals to assist you in sending your family pets to your new home in New Zealand. They will coordinate all documentation and necessary veterinary procedures, to help your pet have a reduced-stress experience in moving abroad.
Find out more about moving abroad with pets.
Removal quote appointment booking service
Britannia Goodwins Removals & Storage can help your overseas move go smoothly. Contact us for a free, no obligation quote, or by calling 01785 251161 and speaking with one of our Stafford and Cheshire removals specialists.
How are our appointments carried out
In the current times you might prefer that we don't visit your house in person to carry out a survey. This is fully understandable and we can just as easily undertake the survey by video call, using whatever method you're comfortable with, usually FaceTime or WhatsApp.
See what our customers think of us...
We could not have asked for more
Why did you choose to get a quote from us and where did you get our contact details?
Google search. We were moving 200 miles so wanted a national company with that experience
How would you rate the way we dealt with your initial enquiry?
10/10
How would you rate the survey that we carried out?
10/10
Why did you choose to move/store with us?
Competitive quote. Surveyor demonstrated previous practical experience and was reassuring about the process
How would you rate your move team?
10/10
Would you like to tell us anything about your move team?
Arrived on time. Respectful and efficient throughout despite the added complication of major roadworks outside our property on the move day.
How would you rate our communication?
10/10
How can we improve our service?
We could not have asked for more. Britannia Bradshaw exceeded our expectations
How likely are you to recommend us to your friends / family?
10/10
Is there anything else you would like to tell us about your move?
Very prompt response when we requested collection of our packing boxes. Thank you
They carried out the work in a calm, helpful and professional manner
Why did you choose to get a quote from us and where did you get our contact details?
We used Britannia for a previous move and the service was excellent
How would you rate the way we dealt with your initial enquiry?
10/10
How would you rate the survey that we carried out?
10/10
Why did you choose to move/store with us?
As above; previous excellent experience across the board: booking, survey, communication and the physical move was all fantastically carried out
How would you rate your move team?
10/10
Would you like to tell us anything about your move team?
In a highly stressful situation, they carried out the work in a calm, helpful and professional manner. The team had excellent interpersonal skills and made at least one aspect of the move a little easier.
How would you rate our communication?
10/10
How can we improve our service?
I cannot think of any particular points to improve.
How likely are you to recommend us to your friends / family?
10/10
Is there anything else you would like to tell us about your move?
The best endorsement would be that if we were to move again (which we won't), I would not hesitate to engage Britannia Goodwins.
Professional, courteous, caring and very accommodating
Why did you choose to get a quote from us and where did you get our contact details?
Search engine
How would you rate the way we dealt with your initial enquiry?
8/10
How would you rate the survey that we carried out?
9/10
Why did you choose to move/store with us?
Competitive on price, good reviews and liked how you proposed to do the move.
How would you rate your move team?
10/10
Would you like to tell us anything about your move team?
All of them, Chris, John, Danny, Rob and Ant were professional, courteous, caring and very accommodating. They ensured everything was wrapped or covered properly, stored correctly and moved with care and attention. Nothing was too much trouble and they completed the move to time. We were more than completely satisfied with all the team.
How would you rate our communication?
9/10
How can we improve our service?
I can't think of anything at present.
How likely are you to recommend us to your friends / family?
10/10
Great team, worked hard all day and always with a smile
Why did you choose to get a quote from us and where did you get our contact details?
Google
How would you rate the way we dealt with your initial enquiry?
9/10
How would you rate the survey that we carried out?
9/10
Why did you choose to move/store with us?
Competitive price, flexibility and easy to work with
How would you rate your move team?
10/10
Would you like to tell us anything about your move team?
Great team, worked hard all day and always with a smile
How would you rate our communication?
10/10
How can we improve our service?
Reminder text/email the day before the move to confirm you are coming.
How likely are you to recommend us to your friends / family?
10/10
Is there anything else you would like to tell us about your move?
No
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