Planning a relocation from the United Kingdom to South Africa involves more than booking
a shipping container. Your belongings need to be assessed, professionally prepared for
international transport, collected in the UK, shipped by sea or air, cleared through
South African Customs and delivered to your new address.
Easy Moving London provides coordinated UK-to-South Africa relocation services for individuals,
couples, families, returning South African residents and companies moving employees
overseas. We can arrange anything from a few boxes and personal effects to the contents
of a fully furnished family home.
Our service can include a home or video survey, professional export packing, UK
collection, shared-container shipping, dedicated containers, air freight, customs-
documentation support, storage and destination delivery. The most suitable service will
depend on the shipment volume, preferred schedule, arrival port, inland destination and
level of support required.
Personal effects and household goods may qualify for relief from customs duty and VAT
under rebate item 407.06 when the applicable change-of-residence conditions are met.
Returning South African residents are normally expected to have been outside the country
for at least six months. Vehicles, alcohol and tobacco are not included in the ordinary
household-effects declaration.
South Africa removals planned around shipment size, customs documents, arrival port and final delivery address.
A Moving Company for Relocation to South Africa
A household move to South Africa can involve several transport and handling stages.
Goods may travel from the UK property to an export warehouse, into a shared or dedicated
container, through a South African port and customs facility, and finally by road to the
delivery address.
Easy Moving London helps coordinate those stages as one organised service. We begin by assessing
what you are moving and the amount of packed space it is likely to occupy. We can then
compare shared-container shipping, a dedicated container and air freight based on your
volume, timetable, port routing and budget.
A shared-container service is commonly used for boxes, selected furniture and smaller
household moves. A dedicated 20-foot or 40-foot container may be more suitable for a
larger furnished home. Air freight can be used for a compact selection of urgent belongings.
Cape Town, Durban and Gqeberha are major coastal destinations, while Johannesburg,
Pretoria and many other cities require inland transport after customs release. The port
selected for the shipment can affect transit time, handling and final delivery cost.
The destination address matters as well. Security estates, apartment buildings, rural
properties, narrow roads, gated developments and long-distance inland deliveries can
affect the vehicle and labour required.
Easy Moving London manages the removals and shipping side of the relocation. Customers should
confirm property-specific rules directly with the landlord, estate agent, body corporate,
security estate or employer responsible for the accommodation.
International removals and onward delivery can be planned for Cape Town, Johannesburg and destinations throughout South Africa.
Who is this service suitable for?
UK residents relocating to South Africa for employment or family reasons
Families moving to Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban or another city
South African citizens returning after living in the UK
Permanent residents and qualifying immigrants changing residence
Couples moving the contents of a flat or small home
Students shipping essential personal belongings
Businesses arranging employee relocations
People requiring storage before export or after customs clearance
The exact scope of the move will be confirmed in your written quotation. Depending on
your requirements, Easy Moving London can coordinate the following services.
Home or Video Survey
A survey is used to estimate the packed volume, review access at the UK property and
identify goods that need specialist preparation. This gives us the information required
to recommend an appropriate shipping service and prepare a more accurate quotation.
Show the surveyor everything that may be included, including goods stored in a loft,
garage, shed or external unit. Identify artwork, mirrors, musical instruments, large
televisions, exercise equipment, antiques, stone furniture, safes and unusual items.
Professional Export Packing
Household goods shipped to South Africa are handled more often than goods moved
locally. Furniture and cartons may pass through the UK property, removals vehicle,
export warehouse, shipping container, destination terminal and local delivery vehicle.
Professional export packing can include suitable cartons, furniture wrapping,
protection for pictures and mirrors, dismantling of appropriate furniture and
reinforced preparation for fragile or unusually shaped items.
UK Collection
Collection can be arranged from a house, apartment, storage unit or business premises.
The plan should account for parking, stairs, lifts, narrow roads, restricted loading
times and the distance between the property and the removals vehicle.
Sea Freight to South Africa
Sea freight is normally the most practical option for furniture and larger household
shipments. Goods can travel in a shared container or a container reserved solely for
your move.
Your quotation should state whether it includes packing, UK collection, export handling,
ocean freight, South African customs support, destination handling and final delivery.
Shared and Dedicated Containers
Shared-container shipping allows several customers to use the same container, with each
shipment separately packed and inventoried. Dedicated 20-foot and 40-foot containers
can be used for larger household volumes.
Air Freight
Air freight may be suitable for a smaller amount of urgent belongings, including
clothing, work equipment and children's essentials. It is faster than sea freight but
generally more expensive for the amount transported.
Customs Documentation Support
Easy Moving London and the appointed clearing agent can explain the documents normally
required for qualifying household effects. These commonly include a complete inventory,
form P1.160, form DA 304 and the SAD 500 customs declaration.
SARS Customs makes all final decisions on relief, inspection, valuation, duty, VAT and
release. Vehicles, alcohol, tobacco and restricted goods require separate treatment.
Destination Delivery
After customs release, the destination team arranges transport to the stated South
African address. Depending on the service selected, delivery may include unloading,
basic reassembly of suitable furniture and removal of used packing materials.
Customers should check body-corporate rules, lift bookings, parking, security-estate
access and delivery hours in advance.
Storage
Storage can be used when goods need to be held before export or after customs clearance
in South Africa. It may also help when travel, employment, property transfer or tenancy
dates do not align with the shipping schedule.
Ask where the goods will be stored, how charges are calculated, whether intake and
release handling are separate and how much notice is needed for final delivery.
Business and Employee Relocation
Easy Moving London can coordinate household-goods shipments for employers relocating staff
from the UK to South Africa. The service can be planned around a relocation allowance,
authorised shipment volume, employee start date and internal approval process.
How Moving from the UK to South Africa Works
Each relocation is different, but most UK-to-South Africa household moves follow the same
main stages.
Initial Move Assessment
Provide the UK collection postcode, South African destination, approximate shipment size and preferred moving period.
Home or Video Survey
The survey establishes the expected packed volume and identifies furniture, access, fragile goods and specialist items.
Customs Eligibility Review
Confirm whether you are immigrating, returning as a South African resident after at least six months abroad, or importing goods under another status.
Written Quotation
The quotation should explain the shipping method, packing service, UK collection, customs support, inland delivery and exclusions.
Service Selection
Choose between shared-container shipping, a dedicated container, air freight or a combination of methods.
Document Preparation
Prepare the inventory, P1.160, DA 304, SAD 500 and the identity, immigration and transport documents requested by the clearing agent.
Packing and Collection
The moving crew prepares and numbers the agreed packages. Passports, medication, valuables, keys and immediate essentials should stay with you.
Export and International Transport
The goods complete the UK export process and travel by the selected sea or air service.
South African Customs Clearance
The clearing agent submits the relevant documents. SARS may request further evidence, assess duty and VAT or select the shipment for examination.
Inland Transport and Delivery
After release, the shipment travels from the port, airport or warehouse to the final South African address.
Shipping Household Goods to South Africa
Shared-container shipping, dedicated containers and air freight each suit a different
type of move. The best option depends on volume, urgency, budget, arrival port and inland distance.
Shared Container or Groupage Shipping
Groupage allows several customers to share a shipping container. Each shipment is
separately packed and inventoried, and the customer pays according to the space occupied.
This can be suitable for boxes, selected furniture, small flats and customers who do not
need to send every household item.
The goods may wait for consolidation and separation at destination, so groupage normally
has a broader estimated timeframe than a dedicated container.
Dedicated 20-Foot Container
A 20-foot container may be suitable for a medium-sized household shipment, depending on
the measured packed volume. Sole use removes the need to wait for other customers' goods.
Dedicated 40-Foot Container
A 40-foot container is normally considered for larger family homes and substantial
furniture volumes. The surveyor will confirm whether the volume justifies this option.
Air Freight to South Africa
Air freight is the fastest option for appropriate consignments. It is usually best for
compact urgent shipments rather than a fully furnished household.
Shipping Option Comparison
Shipping service
Usually suitable for
Main benefit
Main consideration
Shared container or groupage
Boxes, small flats and partial household moves
Pay for the space used
Broader departure and delivery window
20-foot dedicated container
Medium household shipments
Sole use of the container
The volume must justify a complete container
40-foot dedicated container
Large homes and substantial furniture volumes
High capacity
Higher overall transport and handling cost
Air freight
Urgent and low-volume consignments
Fastest international transport
Higher cost for larger or bulky goods
Professional Packing for a Move to South Africa
Professional export packing helps protect belongings during repeated handling and
long-distance transport. It also creates a structured package inventory for Customs.
Furniture can be wrapped, suitable cartons selected for different contents and fragile
items given additional protection. Custom cases may be recommended for artwork, antiques,
mirrors, glass, stone or unusually shaped belongings.
Items that may need additional preparation
Pictures, mirrors and framed artwork
Glass tables and cabinets
Antiques and sculptures
Televisions, monitors and audio equipment
Musical instruments
Stone and unusually heavy furniture
Large appliances
Bicycles and sports equipment
Garden tools and outdoor equipment
Goods requiring custom cases
South Africa has varied climate conditions. Goods sensitive to heat, humidity or long
storage periods should be identified during the survey so suitable packing arrangements
can be discussed.
Owner-packed cartons may be possible for some services, but insurance and inspection
terms can differ. Ask how owner-packed goods must be listed and which items should only be
packed professionally.
South African Customs Clearance for Household Goods
Personal effects and household goods entering South Africa must be declared to SARS
Customs. Qualifying goods can be imported without customs duty and VAT under rebate item
407.06 of Schedule No. 4 to the Customs and Excise Act.
SARS guidance states that returning residents should have been outside South Africa for
at least six months to use this household-effects relief. Immigrants and other people
changing residence must also satisfy the conditions applicable to their status.
Goods covered by DA 304
Form DA 304 covers household furniture, other household effects and removable articles
belonging to the importer and family. It can include equipment necessary for the person's
calling, trade or profession, but not industrial, commercial or agricultural plant.
The goods should be bona fide property of the importer or family and should have been
owned before departure for South Africa. They must not be imported for sale or disposal.
Six-month disposal restriction
DA 304 includes an undertaking that duty will become payable if household effects admitted
under the rebate are sold or disposed of within six months of the customs-entry date.
Goods excluded from the household-effects declaration
Motor vehicles
Alcoholic beverages
Tobacco goods
Industrial, commercial or agricultural plant
Goods imported for sale, business stock or disposal
Excluded goods require a separate declaration, permit or tax treatment and should be
identified before shipment.
Required customs forms
SARS lists a goods inventory, form P1.160, form DA 304 and the SAD 500 Customs Declaration
Form as the core documents for unaccompanied household effects. A clearing agent may
request additional identity, residence, immigration and transport documents.
Customs declaration and inspection
The goods declaration is checked against the supporting documents. Customs may request
additional information, validate documents, inspect the shipment or detain regulated goods
for another government department.
Imported goods must be entered within the applicable customs timeframe after landing.
Delays in documents, permits or examination can lead to storage and other port charges.
The information in this section is general guidance rather than legal or customs advice.
Requirements can change, and SARS Customs and other South African authorities make all
final decisions.
Documents Commonly Needed When Moving to South Africa
The exact checklist depends on the importer's status, shipping method, goods, port and
clearing agent. Commonly requested documents can include:
Detailed inventory of the household goods
Form P1.160 for unaccompanied manifested household effects
Form DA 304 for household effects on change of residence
SAD 500 Customs Declaration Form
Passport copy
South African identity or permanent-residence documents where applicable
Immigration permit or proof of residence status where applicable
Evidence of the period spent outside South Africa for returning residents
Bill of lading for sea freight
Air waybill for air freight
Clearing-agent authorisation
Permits or agency approvals for restricted goods
Vehicle documents and DA 304A where a vehicle is imported separately
Names should be consistent across the passport, immigration document, shipping document,
inventory and customs authorisation. Tell the moving team promptly if the consignee,
passport, permit or destination changes.
The inventory should use clear descriptions and package numbers. Examples include “used
kitchen utensils”, “adult clothing”, “children's books”, “bedding”, “used television” and
“cleaned bicycle”.
Keep electronic copies of the main documents available while the shipment is in transit.
Restricted and Prohibited Goods in South Africa
A household move is not exempt from South African controls on regulated products. Some
goods require permits, inspection or agency approval, while prohibited goods must not be included.
Goods requiring particular attention
Food, fruit, vegetables and agricultural products
Plants, seeds, bulbs, soil and plant material
Live animals and animal products
Medicines and controlled pharmaceutical products
Alcohol and tobacco
Firearms, ammunition and weapon-related goods
Protected wildlife and CITES-controlled products
Used or second-hand controlled goods requiring an ITAC permit
Chemicals, flammable liquids, gases and hazardous materials
Commercial quantities of goods
Prohibited goods
Illegal drugs and prohibited controlled substances
Counterfeit and pirated goods
Obscene or prohibited publications
Other goods prohibited under South African law
This list is not complete. Controlled or second-hand goods can require importer
registration and an ITAC import permit. Check unusual items before packing.
Items to keep with you
Passports and original immigration documents
Prescription medication and supporting medical information
Cash, jewellery and irreplaceable valuables
Keys and important property or employment paperwork
Phones, laptops and chargers required immediately
Several weeks of clothing and essential toiletries
Children's immediate-use items
Important school and veterinary records
How Much Does It Cost to Move from the UK to South Africa?
There is no single reliable price for a UK-to-South Africa removal. The total depends on
shipment volume, shipping method, packing, UK collection access, arrival port, inland
delivery, customs work, storage and specialist requirements.
Shipment Volume
Volume is usually one of the largest pricing factors. International household shipments
are commonly measured in cubic feet or cubic metres after allowing for export packing.
Shipping Method
Groupage spreads container space and transport costs between customers. A dedicated
container provides sole use but assigns the complete container cost to one move. Air
freight is faster and generally more expensive for larger volumes.
Port and Inland Distance
Delivery close to Cape Town, Durban or Gqeberha is different from inland delivery to
Johannesburg, Pretoria, Bloemfontein, Mpumalanga or Limpopo. Long-distance road transport
can form a significant part of the final cost.
UK Collection Access
Parking restrictions, stairs, long carrying distances and difficult road access can
affect labour and vehicle costs.
South African Delivery Access
Apartment buildings, security estates, gated communities, rural roads and long carrying
distances can affect the destination plan.
Packing and Specialist Handling
Artwork, antiques, pianos, stone, safes and unusually shaped goods may require custom
packing or specialist equipment.
Customs, Inspection and Port Charges
Ineligible goods, customs examinations, permits, port handling, storage and demurrage can
create additional charges.
Storage
Storage charges may include intake handling, a weekly or monthly rate and a later release
or redelivery fee.
Insurance or Shipment Protection
Ask what protection is included, what optional cover is available and how high-value and
owner-packed goods must be declared.
Questions to ask when comparing quotations
Is the quotation door to door or port to port?
Does it include professional export packing?
Does it include collection from my UK address?
Is the shipment groupage or a dedicated container?
Does it include South African customs-clearance handling?
Does it include delivery to my exact postcode?
Are port, examination and permit charges excluded?
Are unpacking and furniture reassembly included?
What access or shuttle charges could apply?
What storage costs could be added?
Which duty, VAT or agency charges are excluded?
What insurance or shipment-protection options are available?
How Long Does Shipping from the UK to South Africa Take?
Sea-freight and complete door-to-door schedules vary according to the UK origin, South
African port, carrier, transhipment route and final inland destination. Dedicated
containers normally have a narrower schedule than groupage.
A broad planning range of approximately six to ten weeks may be used for many dedicated
sea shipments. Groupage can take approximately eight to fourteen weeks because
consolidation and separation are required. Air freight can be faster for small consignments.
These ranges are planning guides rather than guaranteed delivery dates.
Factors that can affect the schedule
Groupage consolidation time
Container and vessel availability
UK collection arrangements
Export-port handling
Shipping-route changes and transhipment
Port congestion and weather
Customs-document review
Physical or agency inspection
Permit requirements
Port storage and demurrage
Long-distance inland transport
Building or security-estate delivery bookings
Keep sufficient clothing, medication, work equipment and essential household items with
you. Do not place anything needed immediately after arrival inside the main sea shipment.
Relocation Services Across South Africa
Moving to Johannesburg or Gauteng
Johannesburg is one of South Africa's principal corporate and family relocation
destinations. Sea shipments normally require long-distance inland transport from a port,
while air freight may arrive through OR Tambo International Airport.
Johannesburg and Gauteng deliveries include the inland journey from the arrival port.
Moving to Pretoria
Pretoria deliveries can involve estates, apartment buildings, suburban homes and
government or diplomatic relocations. Security access and delivery appointments should
be confirmed in advance.
Moving to Cape Town or the Western Cape
Cape Town is a major port and destination. Deliveries may involve city parking,
apartment rules, gated estates, steep roads and onward transport to the Winelands,
Overberg or West Coast.
Cape Town removals can include delivery across the city, Western Cape and surrounding coastal areas.
Moving to Durban or KwaZulu-Natal
Durban is a major container port and gateway for KwaZulu-Natal and many inland
destinations. Coastal humidity, apartment access and security-estate rules should be
considered in the delivery plan.
Moving to Gqeberha or the Eastern Cape
Gqeberha serves the Eastern Cape and can be suitable for shipments destined for the
city, surrounding coastal areas and inland parts of the province.
Moving to the Garden Route
George, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay and surrounding destinations require onward road
transport. Private roads, estates and long carrying distances should be identified.
Moving to Bloemfontein or the Free State
Free State deliveries normally require inland road transport from the selected port.
The exact postcode and access conditions should be included in the quotation.
Moving to Mpumalanga, Limpopo or a Rural Destination
Remote and rural deliveries can require substantial road distance, smaller vehicles or
additional labour. Road quality, estate security and property access should be reviewed.
Cars, Pets and Employee Relocation to South Africa
Shipping a Vehicle to South Africa
The importation of used vehicles is restricted. A second-hand vehicle can be imported
only when the importer qualifies under the permitted categories and obtains the required
approvals before shipment.
Returning South African nationals and bona fide immigrants with permanent residence are
among the main categories that may qualify to import a vehicle registered in their name.
A used vehicle normally requires an ITAC import permit, an NRCS letter of authority,
customs-clearance documents and the additional documents applicable to the importer and vehicle.
DA 304A is used for a qualifying vehicle imported on permanent change of residence. It
includes an undertaking not to sell, advertise, lend, hire, lease, pledge, give away,
exchange or otherwise dispose of the vehicle within two years without paying the
applicable duty.
Moving Pets to South Africa
Dogs, cats and other animals require a separate veterinary import process. A veterinary
import permit must be obtained from the Directorate: Animal Health before shipment.
The veterinary health certificate must be completed in English by a veterinarian
authorised by the exporting country's veterinary authority within ten days of departure.
The original veterinary import permit, original veterinary health certificate and any
additional documents specified on the permit must be presented to the veterinary
official at the port of entry.
Some animals and routes require quarantine arrangements. Use a specialist pet-relocation
provider and start the process well before travel.
Corporate and Employee Moves
Employers may need a defined shipment allowance, approval procedure and reporting
structure. Easy Moving London can coordinate the physical move with the employee and the
nominated employer contact.
Small Moves and Boxes
Customers do not need to fill a shipping container. Boxes, books, clothing and selected
furniture can often travel through groupage or air freight.
Provide carton dimensions, weights where known, photographs and an item list so the
volume and customs requirements can be assessed.
Decide what will be shipped, sold, donated or stored.
Confirm your South African immigration or residence route separately.
Identify vehicles, alcohol, tobacco and restricted items.
Begin the separate process for pets or vehicles.
Review access at the South African property.
Six to Twelve Weeks Before Collection
Choose the shipping service and review the written quote.
Complete insurance or shipment-protection documentation.
Prepare the detailed package inventory.
Gather passport, residence and immigration documents.
Prepare P1.160, DA 304 and the customs documents requested by the clearing agent.
Remove prohibited goods and identify controlled goods.
Arrange storage where required.
One to Six Weeks Before Collection
Confirm parking and access at the UK property.
Separate passports, medication, valuables and immediate essentials.
Back up computers and important files.
Photograph high-value items.
Provide updated South African contact information.
Check names across the identity and customs documents.
Do not add unlisted goods after documents are prepared.
Before Delivery in South Africa
Confirm SARS customs release.
Confirm the complete address and postcode.
Check body-corporate, estate and security-access rules.
Reserve a lift or loading area where required.
Confirm parking, road and vehicle-access limits.
Ensure an authorised adult can receive the shipment.
Inspect goods as they are delivered.
Report visible loss or damage under the applicable procedure.
Why Use Easy Moving London for a Relocation to South Africa?
An international move should be planned as a complete service rather than a series of
unrelated bookings. The survey, packing, shipping method, customs documents, inland route
and final delivery all need to match.
Easy Moving London helps coordinate these stages from the UK. We assess the shipment, explain
the differences between groupage, dedicated containers and air freight, and work with the
destination team through customs clearance and delivery.
We also encourage customers to compare like-for-like quotations. A low port-to-port
freight price may exclude professional packing, customs handling, port charges, storage,
inland transport and delivery to the final address.
Every quotation is prepared around the actual shipment, collection access and final
delivery address, with the planned packing, transport, customs support, storage and
destination services clearly set out before the move is booked.
Moving to South Africa from the UK: Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to move from the UK to South Africa?
The cost depends on shipment volume, groupage or dedicated-container service, packing, UK collection access, arrival port, inland transport, storage and specialist items.
How long does it take to ship household goods to South Africa?
A broad planning range is approximately six to ten weeks for many dedicated sea shipments and eight to fourteen weeks for groupage. Customs and inland delivery affect the full timeframe.
What is the cheapest way to move belongings to South Africa?
For a smaller flexible shipment, groupage is often economical because the customer pays for the container space used.
Can I ship only boxes to South Africa?
Yes. Boxes and smaller personal-effects consignments can often travel through groupage or air freight. A detailed inventory is still required.
Do I need a full shipping container?
Not necessarily. A dedicated container is normally recommended when the measured packed volume justifies sole use. Smaller moves can share container space.
What is groupage shipping?
Groupage combines separately packed shipments from several customers in one container. Each customer pays for the space occupied and accepts a broader schedule.
Can household goods enter South Africa duty free?
Qualifying personal effects and household goods may enter without customs duty and VAT under rebate item 407.06 when the change-of-residence conditions are met.
How long must a returning resident have been outside South Africa?
SARS guidance states that a returning resident should have been outside South Africa for at least six months to use the household-effects relief.
What is form DA 304?
DA 304 is the declaration used for household furniture, household effects and other removable articles imported on change of residence under rebate item 407.06.
What is form P1.160?
P1.160 is the declaration for unaccompanied manifested household effects. It asks whether specific controlled or notable goods are included in the shipment.
What documents are needed for customs clearance?
Common documents include the inventory, P1.160, DA 304, SAD 500, passport copy, residence or immigration documents and the bill of lading or air waybill.
Can I sell imported household goods immediately?
DA 304 includes an undertaking to pay duty if relieved household effects are sold or disposed of within six months of the customs-entry date.
Are vehicles included with household effects?
No. Motor vehicles are excluded from the ordinary DA 304 household-effects declaration and require separate permits, customs documents and form DA 304A where applicable.
Can I ship alcohol or tobacco with my household goods?
Alcohol and tobacco are excluded from the ordinary household-effects relief and require separate declarations and tax treatment. Do not pack them without written confirmation.
Will SARS inspect my shipment?
SARS Customs can review the documents and select the container, vehicle or packages for examination. Other government departments can also inspect regulated goods.
Can I ship new furniture or appliances?
New goods should be identified separately. Their treatment depends on the applicable customs relief, value and supporting documents.
Can controlled second-hand goods require an import permit?
Yes. Some controlled, used or second-hand goods require importer registration and an ITAC import permit before clearance.
Can you collect from anywhere in the UK?
Collection availability is confirmed from the full UK postcode. Property access, parking and carrying distance are considered when preparing the quotation and collection plan.
Can you deliver anywhere in South Africa?
Delivery can be discussed for Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban, Gqeberha, the Garden Route and other destinations. Remote addresses may require additional arrangements.
Can my belongings be stored during the move?
Storage may be available before export or after customs clearance. Confirm the location, recurring rate, handling charges and later delivery arrangements.
Can I take my UK car to South Africa?
Possibly, but used-vehicle imports are restricted. Returning South African nationals and qualifying immigrants with permanent residence are among the main permitted categories.
What approvals are required for a used vehicle?
A used vehicle normally requires an ITAC import permit, an NRCS letter of authority, customs-clearance documents and the supporting documents applicable to the importer.
Can I sell a vehicle imported under the residence rebate?
DA 304A includes a two-year restriction on selling, lending, hiring, leasing, pledging, giving away, exchanging or otherwise disposing of the vehicle without paying applicable duty.
What does my pet need to enter South Africa?
Animals require a veterinary import permit and an original veterinary health certificate completed by an authorised veterinarian in the exporting country.
When must the veterinary health certificate be completed?
The certificate must be completed in English within ten days of departure, following the requirements issued with the import permit.
Will my pet need quarantine?
Quarantine depends on the animal, route and permit conditions. Where quarantine is required, arrangements must be made with the state veterinarian at the port of entry.
Do I need insurance for an international removal?
Suitable cover should be considered because the shipment passes through multiple handling, ocean, customs and inland-transport stages.
When should I book a move to South Africa?
Starting around twelve to sixteen weeks before collection gives more time for a survey, shipping choice, customs documents and vehicle or pet arrangements.
Start Planning Your Move to South Africa
Tell Easy Moving London what you need to move, where it is being collected and which part of
South Africa it needs to reach. We can assess the shipment, explain the available sea and
air options and prepare a quotation for your UK-to-South Africa relocation.
