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Antwerp sits in the north of Belgium, in Dutch-speaking Flanders, and the run from the UK is quick. Most moves take the Eurotunnel from Folkestone to Calais. The crossing is 35 minutes. Then it is about two hours of motorway north to Antwerp (Antwerpen in Dutch).
The Dover to Dunkirk ferry with DFDS is a good option for Antwerp. Dunkirk is close to the Belgian border, so the drive on is short. Dover to Calais with P&O or DFDS also works well. Your partner mover chooses the crossing that suits your UK postcode and date.
Antwerp is home to Europe’s second-largest seaport. It has the world-famous diamond district near Centraal Station. It also has a strong fashion and design scene. Many moves here are for the port, logistics and diamond trades. Others are for staff at the chemical cluster along the Scheldt. International Removals Companies is a free matching service. We don’t move your things ourselves. We match your enquiry with one FIDI-certified mover who surveys the job and quotes.
Free matching. One FIDI-certified partner. No obligation.
Antwerp city centre has tall, narrow townhouses. You see them around the historic core and the streets near the Grote Markt and the cathedral. Many flats are on upper floors with a small lift, or none at all. So your mover may use an external furniture lift for large items. They may also need a permit to park the lorry on a narrow street.
Antwerp also runs a low-emission zone (lage-emissiezone) covering the city centre and the area inside the ring road. Older vehicles are restricted. A FIDI-certified mover uses compliant vehicles, so the zone is handled for you.
Outside the centre, access is easier. Districts such as Berchem and Deurne, and the suburbs north of the city, have wider roads. The port and logistics areas are straightforward for large vehicles. Always tell your mover the exact address and floor. That way the right vehicle and any permits are arranged before the day.
These are rough planning guides for a UK to Antwerp move. The real figure depends on volume, both addresses and access. The short crossing makes a shared part-load to Antwerp good value for smaller moves.
Boxes and a few items. Flexible date.
About £700 to £1,400
Transit: 3 to 7 days.
8 to 15 cubic metres.
About £1,100 to £1,900
Dedicated vehicle. 1 to 2 days.
20 to 40 cubic metres.
About £2,000 to £3,600
Dedicated vehicle.
40 to 60+ cubic metres.
About £3,300 to £5,200+
Priced after survey.
These are rough planning guides in pounds. Belgium uses the euro, so set-up costs on arrival are paid in euros. Your matched mover gives a firm quote after a survey.
Since Brexit, a move from Great Britain to Belgium is treated as an import into the EU. Your goods need customs clearance when they arrive.
You can claim relief from import duty and VAT on your belongings. This is the EU removal-goods rule, known as transfer of residence. The Belgian authority is the Federal Public Service Finance. That is the SPF Finances in French, the FOD Financiën in Dutch. The standard Belgian VAT rate is 21%.
To qualify you must have owned and used the items for at least six months. You must also be moving your main home to Belgium. Household goods come in free of duty within one year of your move. Belgium gives no relief for a second home. The move must be of your main home.
Is your paperwork incomplete? Customs may ask for a bond of about 10% duty plus 21% VAT. You get it back within about six months once you show your certificate of residence. Your mover prepares the inventory and files the entry. You cannot file it yourself. Bring a full valued inventory. Bring proof you have left your UK address. Bring proof of your new Belgian address. Bring your passport.
FIDI FAIM is the top quality standard for international removal companies. A mover earns it through an Ernst and Young audit. The audit checks more than 200 criteria every three years. It covers insurance, training, customs and claims. For an Antwerp move, that matters. Your mover knows the Flanders routes, the low-emission zone and the Belgian customs process.
International Removals Companies connects each Antwerp enquiry with one FIDI FAIM-certified removal company, free. We've operated since November 2010. Company 07425576. ICO ZB022743. Norman House, Saint Saviours Estate, Abbey Street, London, SE1 3DH. Working Member of AGM Group since 2010. Partner movers hold FIDI FAIM (audited by Ernst and Young) and BAR Overseas accreditation.
The Eurotunnel from Folkestone to Calais, then about two hours north, is the usual choice. The Dover to Dunkirk ferry is also handy because Dunkirk is near the Belgian border. Your partner mover picks the best crossing for your postcode.
Dutch. Antwerp is in Flanders, the Dutch-speaking north of Belgium, and the city's own name in Dutch is Antwerpen. English is widely understood in the international and port communities.
Not if you qualify for transfer-of-residence relief. It removes import duty and the 21% Belgian VAT. It applies to belongings you have owned for at least six months. You bring them in within a year of your move. Your mover files the claim.
Antwerp runs a low-emission zone in the city centre and inside the ring road that restricts older vehicles. A FIDI-certified mover uses compliant vehicles, so it is handled for you and needs nothing from you.
A dedicated vehicle from London to Antwerp usually takes one to two days. A shared part-load takes three to seven days. Your mover confirms the exact timing for your load and route.
As a guide, a one-bedroom part-load is around £700 to £1,400. A two to three-bedroom home is around £2,000 to £3,600 or more. These are rough. Your matched mover quotes firmly after a survey.
Yes. Because the crossing is short and frequent, shared part-load and groupage moves to Antwerp are common and cost-effective. See our part-load page, or just ask for a part-load when you enquire.
FIDI FAIM is the top quality standard for removal companies. Ernst and Young audit each firm against 200-plus criteria. They repeat it every three years. We only match Antwerp enquiries with FIDI FAIM-accredited movers.
International Removals Companies is a free matching service, not a remover. Send your enquiry. We match you with one vetted FIDI-certified mover for your route. They contact you to survey and quote. No obligation. No charge.
Send your UK collection postcode, your Antwerp delivery address, your inventory and your moving date. We match you with one FIDI-certified mover who confirms the route, the quote and the Belgian customs plan.
Get an Antwerp QuoteFree matching. One FIDI-certified partner. DATACONTEXT (UK) LTD, operating since November 2010.
Tell us where you are moving from and to. Add your rough inventory and your date. It takes a minute.
We match you with one vetted mover. Just one. They call you. They survey the move. They give you a quote. It is free. There is no catch.
They pack your things. They load the van. They take the ferry or the tunnel. They drive to Belgium. They deliver to your new home.
They also handle the customs papers. You do not file anything yourself. FIDI FAIM means they pass a strict audit. No shortcuts.
Good movers plan ahead. They book the crossing. They check the road on both sides. They bring the right boxes and wrap for your things. On the day they pack, load and go. You do not need to lift a thing.
Ask for a survey first. A survey is free. The mover sees your home. They count what you have. Then the quote is right, and there are no shocks on the day. A video survey works well too, if you are short on time.
Plan your dates with care. The busy months are June, July and August. Book early if you can. A quieter week can cost less. Your mover will tell you the best time for your route.
Keep your papers in one folder. You will need them for customs. A list of what you own helps a lot. Note down what is worth a lot, like a laptop or a bike. Your mover will help you with the form.
Pack a small bag for the first night. Put in what you need at once. Think of your keys, your phone, your meds and a change of clothes. Tape your boxes well. Mark each box with the room it goes to. It makes the new place easy to set up.
Tell your mover about stairs, lifts and tight doors. Tell them if a big sofa must come apart. The more they know, the smoother the day. Ask any question you have. A good mover is happy to help.
We connect removals to Antwerp and moving company Antwerp enquiries with one vetted FIDI-certified partner mover. DATACONTEXT (UK) LTD, company 07425576, ICO ZB022743. Norman House, Saint Saviours Estate, Abbey Street, London, SE1 3DH. Working Member of AGM Group since 2010.
Prices, transit times, insurance and customs paperwork are confirmed by your partner mover before booking.