International removals

Why choose Pickfords as your international removals company?

Pickfords is the UK’s largest international removals company, and provides a local international removals service to all areas of the UK and Ireland. We operate as part of a worldwide moving network, which means we have access to the global resources of one of the world’s most trusted international removals networks, and have the expertise and resources to move you to any country across the globe.

International Moving Company of the Year

Pickfords have had the honour winning 'International Moving Company of the Year' at the EMMAs for two years in a row. The award, run by the Forum for Expatriate Management, reflects our commitment to providing first-class moving services for individuals and businesses moving both in the UK and overseas. 

A single trusted resource

If you move overseas with Pickfords, you will be allocated a highly skilled move manager at your local branch of Pickfords. Your move manager will talk you through the move process, create a solution that is right for you, logistically manage every aspect of your international removal and provide advice and guidance along the way.

Professional packing services for international removals

Moving abroad requires experienced, highly trained international packers to ensure that packing and loading takes place correctly. Pickfords is one of the UK's most experienced international movers.

A range of transit options to suit your needs

You can choose from a range of transit options to suit your timescale and  international removals budget. Pickfords can move your consignment by air, road or sea. You can choose from a direct or consolidated service or a combination of services, which best meet your needs when moving abroad.

International storage services

Pickfords is an international removals company and storage company. We provide international storage services at a secure warehouse in the UK or at your destination.

Transit and storage insurance

Our customers have access to insurance cover provided by a third party insurer who specialises solely in transit and storage insurance and who understands the risks associated with international transit. The insurance has a number of options that can be tailored to meet your particular requirements and your budget.

A trusted name at your destination

Wherever possible, Pickfords, the UK's best known international moving company, ensures your consignment is passed into the hands of a trusted partner at destination. Operating as part of a global network means all members of the group, share the same approach to quality, care and a commitment to customer service.

COVID-19 Guidance for Customers

Due to the unprecedented situation with regard to the spread of the Covid-19 virus, the removal industry has had to review its operational procedures in order to protect both customers and employees from the risk of infection.

Our removal teams have had instruction on how to maximise protection while working within the close quarters of your home to ensure your safety. This includes safe use of PPE, frequent washing of hands and sanitising vehicles, and the washing of uniforms daily at high temperatures.

For more information about the measures we are taking to ensure your safety, read our Covid-19 guidance for customers.