Planning a move to Canada? At 1st Move International, we take care of every detail to ensure a smooth and secure relocation. Get a quick, no-obligation quote and see how our tailored services make moving overseas easier, from expert packing to reliable weekly shipping. Fill in our short form to receive clear pricing and full service details from a trusted UK international removals specialist.
This page covers everything you need to know about moving to Canada from the UK—from available shipping options and typical transit times to pricing guidance and customs clearance. You’ll also find out how our specialised packing and faster shipping methods help protect your belongings and get them to Canada sooner, often up to 14 weeks faster than standard international movers.
Get there up to 14 weeks faster! Unlike traditional movers, we guarantee weekly sailings direct from the UK to Canada. As soon as your belongings are professionally packed, you'll be booked into the next available weekly sailing. No waiting!
Take advantage of our palletised packing systems to ensure top-level security for your overseas move. Carefully packed and stacked to your own individual pallets to minimise handling and maximise safety and security. Truly the safest way to ship household goods abroad.
With palletised shipping, enjoy precise and transparent billing thanks to accurate measurements. Your pallets are individually measured to ensure you pay for what you ship. Say goodbye to rough estimates and get a clearer picture of your moving costs!
Work with your own dedicated Personal Move Manager who will handle every aspect of your move. From tailored planning to expert logistical support, our specialists ensure your international relocation is efficient, well-organised, and stress-free.
Confirm your move within 10 days of receiving your quote and receive an exclusive 10% discount. There's no deposit required, no cancellation fees, and the booking process takes just 60 seconds. Plan ahead and reduce your moving costs with this limited-time offer.
Our experienced team are registered customs brokers and fully versed in Canadian import procedures. We’ll help you complete all necessary documentation and guide you through every step of the customs process to ensure your goods arrive without delays.
Removals from the UK to Canada in 2025 typically cost from £500 for small moves (a few boxes) to £1980 for a 1-bedroom flat in a shared container. Prices can vary based on the size of your move and the city, whether it’s Toronto, Vancouver, or Montreal.
Moving costs can vary depending on many factors including the size of your move, value of goods shipped and final destination.
For a better idea of how much your move will cost, please see our tables below showing the average cost of removals to Canada for various move sizes, as well as more detailed costs for each of the major cities in Canada.
| Shipment Size | Container Size & Method | Typical Range (GBP) |
|---|---|---|
| Small Move (2-10 Boxes) | Groupage | £536 – £1600 |
| 1-Bed Flat | Shared Container | £1980 – £2950 |
| 3-Bed House | 20 ft Container | £4020 – £5630 |
| 4-Bed House | 40 ft Container | £7197 – £8900 |
| Destination in Canada | Small Move in a Shared container | 1 bed flat in a Shared Container | 3 bed house in a 20ft Container | 4 bed house in a 40ft container |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montreal, QC | From £536.00 | From £2412.00 | From £4020.00 | From £7236.00 |
| Toronto, ON | From £546.00 | From £2425.00 | From £3980.00 | From £7371.00 |
| Vancouver, BC | From £656.00 | From £2952.00 | From £4920.00 | From £8856.00 |
| Quebec, QC | From £745.00 | From £3240.00 | From £4350.00 | From £7465.00 |
| Ottawa, ON | From £585.00 | From £2520.00 | From £4175.00 | From £7850.00 |
| Calgary, AB | From £758.00 | From £2890.00 | From £5370.00 | From £8050.00 |
| Charlottetown | From £780.00 | From £2745.00 | From £5415.00 | From £8315.00 |
| Edmonton, AB | From £740.00 | From £2340.00 | From £5372.00 | From £8085.00 |
| Halifax, NS | From £675.00 | From £1980.00 | From £4650.00 | From £7197.00 |
| Regina, SK | From £810.00 | From £2275.00 | From £5630.00 | From £8447.00 |
| Saint John, NB | From £775.00 | From £2650.00 | From £5465.00 | From £9180.00 |
| Saskatoon, SK | From £886.00 | From £2745.00 | From £5580.00 | From £8447.00 |
| St John's, NL | From £790.00 | From £2840.00 | From £5950.00 | From £8890.00 |
| Winnipeg, MB | From £690.00 | From £2440.00 | From £5200.00 | From £7995.00 |
* Our moving costs tables should be used as a guide only. As we do not know your collection or destination address, or how much you plan to ship. These costs can vary depending on UK collection area, total volume of move, onward delivery from the port in Canada to your new home, professional packing and loading costs and insurance.
For a bespoke quote for moving to Canada, use our removals quote form or contact a member of our team for more information.
For smaller moves, we offer a shared container service. Your personal effects are collected and expertly packed using our Safer Packing procedures, then loaded onto the next available vessel, typically within the same week. Our partnership with commercial exporters means you won’t face delays waiting for a container to fill, and your goods remain protected throughout the journey.
For larger household moves, our Full Container Load (FCL) service provides exclusive use of a 20ft or 40ft container. We can collect and professionally pack your items either at your doorstep or at our dedicated 20,000 sq ft export facility, ensuring maximum security and efficiency from start to finish.
When you're shipping your life overseas, you need more than just boxes and tape. Our unique palletised packing system is purpose-built for international removals – and it makes all the difference.
This is not ordinary packing. This is:
Take the guesswork out of your move to Canada and get there up to 3 months faster than other movers.
1st Move International is the only UK mover to publish weekly sailing schedules to Canada.
We use established commercial routes for faster, more reliable transit times so we don’t need to wait months to fill our containers.
View our latest timetable below and choose a sailing date that suits you, not your mover!
| Destination | Vessel Name | Last Moving Date to Meet Vessel | Sailing Date | Port to Port Transit Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Limassol | MSC Madrid | 26/07/2025 | 09/08/2025 | 16 |
| MSC Leandra V | 02/08/2025 | 16/08/2025 | 16 | |
| MSC Singapore | 09/08/2025 | 23/08/2025 | 16 | |
| MSC Houston | 16/08/2025 | 30/08/2025 | 16 |
As a BAR member, our company has been rigorously vetted and subject to regular audits to ensure we meet their strict quality guidelines, including financial stability, full regulatory compliance, and adhering to the BAR's strict code of practice when dealing with our customers and all aspects of relocating their goods worldwide.
Moving and shipping costs from the UK to Canada:
Final costs depend on shipment volume, collection/delivery addresses, and service type. Request a quote for an accurate estimate.
The average transit time is between 10 and 30 days depending on where you are moving to in Canada. Here are the current port to port transit times from the UK to Canada.
| Destination | Transit Time |
|---|---|
| Montreal | 10 Days |
| Toronto | 12 Days |
| Vancouver | 30 Days |
Please visit our Canada sailing schedule page for up-to-date information of our next available departures; Container Shipping Schedules and transit times UK to Canada.
Yes. Free storage is available in the UK until your scheduled departure. Extended storage is available at additional cost, based on volume and duration. Contact your Move Manager to discuss storage arrangements.
Yes, we offer a 10% early booking discount is if you confirm your move to Canada within 10 days of receiving a quote. Moves can be booked up to 12 months in advance. No deposit or cancellation fees apply. Reserve your move in 60 seconds here.
The following documents are needed to import your personal belongings into Canada:
Documents can be submitted via our secure upload portal.
Prohibited items include:
Restricted items (may require permits and cause delays):
Your move manager will be happy to answer any questions and check your inventory to ensure there are no issues at customs.
See our guide on customs procedures for importing personal effects to Canada for more details.
We also provide a full list of prohibited and restricted items for Canada here.
Personal effects are duty-free if:
Exceptions include alcohol, tobacco, vehicles, and new items.
Yes, if they meet Canadian import and electrical safety standards. Appliances must be clean and compatible with Canada’s 110–120V, 60Hz system. Some UK appliances may require a voltage transformer.
For more information, please visit our page on shipping electrical goods from the UK to Canada
Yes, subject to Transport Canada regulations. Key points:
Check import eligibility before shipping. For more information, see our vehicle shipping partner, Autoshippers.
We offer door-to-door removals to all Canadian cities and regions via ports in:
Inland deliveries are available to destinations including Calgary, Edmonton, Halifax, Winnipeg, and more.
When your belongings arrive, our Canadian agent will:
You will receive a copy of all shipping documents and agent contact details upon departure from the UK.
Yes. You must be present at a CBSA (Canada Border Services Agency) office to clear your goods. At arrival:
For more details, please see our customs guide for importing personal effects into Canada.
Visit your nearest CBSA office to complete form BSF186. Once stamped, your shipment can be released for collection or arranged delivery. Our Canadian agent can assist with this process.
Our agent in Canada is M Consolidation Lines. We have been working together for many years and they have Customs clearance, bonded warehousing and trucking services in Canada to meet your requirements.
They will contact you before arrival, to help arrange the Customs formalities, and to book your delivery, and they have decades of experience in moving personal effects into Canada. They have offices in Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver and can cover deliveries throughout Canada.
Contact details are;
Toronto
Montreal
Vancouver
Still have a question? Let us know! , give us a call or simply request a quote to learn more.
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Your life, carefully wrapped, beautifully packed, and protected for the journey ahead.
We are extremely proud of our unique packing process. We are the only moving company in the UK that uses this tried and tested method to ship your treasured personal possessions overseas.
Visit our Facebook page to find a snapshot of each shipment captured as the final pallet is wrapped.
