Get your FREE quote today! Looking for Halifax International Movers or Halifax Shipping services? Our certified Halifax International Moving Companies provide professional door-to-door removals between Halifax and the United Kingdom with DIRECT PORT ACCESS at Halifax Harbour – the fastest, most affordable route from Canada to UK. Compare prices from accredited movers and book online with confidence.
We are an official online platform representing three BAR-accredited, FIDI-certified Halifax International Moving Companies (AGM Group). We match you with the right partner mover based on your Halifax to UK or UK to Halifax route, timeline, and needs. Your matched Halifax International Mover handles everything: physical survey, professional Halifax movers and packers, DIRECT PORT ACCESS at Halifax Harbour (no cross-country transport needed), shipping logistics, customs documentation support, and final delivery.
Halifax International Movers benefit from Halifax's unique advantage: DIRECT PORT ACCESS at Halifax Harbour – Canada's deepest ice-free port on the Atlantic Ocean. Unlike landlocked cities (Calgary, Edmonton requiring 900-1,000km transport) or even Ottawa (195km to Montreal), Halifax requires zero cross-country transport. Your belongings move directly from your home to the ship.
Direct port access: Halifax Harbour is located within the city limits. No cross-country trucking required. This eliminates £350-£800 in transport fees charged by other Canadian cities and removes 3-5 days of overland transit time.
Shortest ocean route: Halifax to UK is only 4,500km across the Atlantic. Montreal to UK is 6,700km. Vancouver to UK via Pacific is 8,800km. Halifax's direct route saves 2,200-4,300km of ocean transit.
Fastest ocean transit: Direct Atlantic crossing takes 10-14 days vs 14-21 days from Montreal or Vancouver. Major shipping lines (Maersk, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd) operate weekly direct services from Halifax to Felixstowe and Southampton.
Total timeline advantage: Halifax International Removals take just 3-5 weeks door-to-door vs 4-6 weeks from Montreal/Ottawa or 5-7 weeks from Calgary/Edmonton/Vancouver. Fastest route from North America to UK.
Cost advantage: No cross-country transport fees + shorter ocean transit = lowest prices in Canada. Typical savings of £400-£900 vs other Canadian cities for equivalent volume.
1-2 days
Professional Halifax International Movers arrive at your Halifax home (Downtown condo, South End apartment, North End family home, or Dartmouth residence). They pack, wrap, inventory everything for customs, disassemble furniture if needed, and load into moving lorry.
Same day
Your belongings travel MINUTES to Halifax Harbour – Canada's deepest ice-free port. No cross-country transport, no mountain passes, no weather delays on land routes. Direct access means faster consolidation and earlier sailing dates.
1-3 days
Arrival at Halifax Port Authority facilities. For shared containers, your goods consolidate with other UK-bound shipments. For dedicated containers, your items fill the container and it's sealed for Atlantic crossing. Halifax's efficient port operations mean faster processing than larger congested ports.
10-14 days
Container ships depart Halifax Harbour crossing the Atlantic directly to UK ports (Felixstowe, Southampton). Shortest Canada-UK route at 4,500km. Direct services operate weekly with major carriers. No trans-shipment hubs needed.
1-5 days
HM Revenue and Customs processes your shipment at UK arrival ports. Used household goods qualify for duty-free import under Transfer of Residence relief. Halifax's historic UK ties mean smooth customs processing.
1-3 days
After customs release, your container travels from port to moving company's regional depot near your England, Scotland, or Wales destination. Final delivery to your new home with unpacking if requested.
Unlike every other major Canadian city, Halifax International Movers enjoy DIRECT PORT ACCESS within city limits. This means:
This makes Halifax International Removals the smartest choice for Canada-UK moves when you have flexibility in departure city.
Halifax International Removals cost less than ANY other Canadian city due to DIRECT PORT ACCESS eliminating cross-country transport fees. Your price depends on volume in cubic metres (m³). A standard 20ft container holds 30-35m³, suitable for a typical 3-bedroom Halifax home.
1-bedroom apartment (14-20m³)
Typical Halifax apartment in Downtown, South End, or North End. Part load (shared container) recommended for Halifax International Removals.
Timeline: 4-5 weeks (consolidation adds time)
Halifax advantage: Part load from Halifax saves 35-50% versus dedicated container. NO CROSS-COUNTRY TRANSPORT FEES means lowest base costs in Canada.
3-bedroom house (30-35m³)
Typical Halifax house in West End, Hydrostone, Fairview, or Dartmouth communities.
Timeline: 3-4 weeks with dedicated container - FASTEST IN CANADA
Halifax house consideration: Many Halifax homes have basements (often unfinished), attached garages, and outdoor storage. Include all spaces when estimating volume. Maritime climate means wooden furniture has moderate humidity exposure – professional packing essential for ocean crossing.
Don't forget these common Halifax items:
Underestimating volume causes Halifax International Removals re-quotes. A professional video survey via Zoom or WhatsApp gives accurate estimates. Most Halifax International Moving Companies offer this FREE service with faster turnaround than other cities due to simpler logistics.
Our Halifax International Moving Companies provide professional international moving services from every major neighbourhood across the Halifax Regional Municipality. Whether you're moving from a Downtown condo, a South End apartment, a North End family home, or a Dartmouth residence, our BAR and FIDI accredited Halifax International Movers handle door-to-door removals to the UK with the same professional standards and DIRECT PORT ACCESS advantage.
Halifax's urban core with high-rise condos, historic buildings, and waterfront properties. Popular with young professionals, government employees, and international students relocating to London, Manchester, and other UK business hubs. Easy access for collection crews with DIRECT ROUTE to Halifax Harbour just minutes away. Building elevator coordination required for high-rises.
Upscale residential area south of Downtown with heritage homes, converted houses, and modern apartments. Home to Dalhousie University and Victoria General Hospital. Strong academic and medical community with frequent international relocations. Experienced handling for heritage properties, antiques, book collections, and specialty items. DIRECT PORT ACCESS within 10 minutes.
Historic neighbourhoods north of Downtown with character homes, the unique Hydrostone district (rebuilt after 1917 Halifax Explosion), and vibrant cultural scene. Popular with artists, young families, and professionals. Experienced handling for heritage properties, art collections, musical instruments, and specialty items with historical significance. Quick access to harbour via North End roads.
Established residential area west of Downtown with larger family homes, mature trees, and excellent schools. Popular with families, academics, and professionals seeking more space while remaining close to city amenities. Experienced handling for larger household moves, garage items, basement storage, and specialty collections. DIRECT ROUTE to Halifax Harbour via Joseph Howe Drive.
Established communities northwest of peninsular Halifax with mix of single-family homes, townhouses, and apartments. Popular with families and first-time homeowners. Growing international community with frequent UK relocations. Experienced handling for diverse household compositions, multigenerational moves, and cultural considerations. Efficient routing to harbour via Highway 102.
Modern suburban community with newer developments, shopping centres, and family-friendly amenities. Popular with young families and professionals. Increasing international relocations to UK for career and lifestyle opportunities. Experienced handling for modern homes with specialty features, larger volumes, and garage storage common in newer builds. Quick harbour access via Dunbrack Street corridor.
Revitalized waterfront communities across Halifax Harbour with mix of historic properties and new developments. Strong sense of community with frequent international connections. Popular with young professionals seeking more affordable housing than Halifax peninsula. Experienced handling for waterfront properties, heritage homes, and specialty items. Macdonald Bridge provides DIRECT ACCESS to Halifax Harbour facilities.
Established Dartmouth communities with family-friendly neighbourhoods and strong military connections (near CFB Halifax Woodside). Eastern Passage offers scenic coastal location with fishing heritage. High concentration of military families with frequent relocations to UK Royal Navy bases. Experienced handling for military moves, security requirements, and family relocations with children.
Historic town northwest of Halifax with lakefront properties, heritage homes, and strong community identity. Popular with families seeking quieter lifestyle while maintaining Halifax employment connections. Growing community with international relocations to UK. Experienced handling for lakeside properties, garden collections, outdoor equipment, and heritage home contents. Efficient routing to harbour via Bedford Highway.
Major suburban communities northwest of Halifax with mix of established neighbourhoods and newer developments. Diverse population with strong multicultural presence. Popular with families, new Canadians, and military personnel. Experienced handling for diverse household compositions, multilingual documentation needs, and larger family moves. Direct access to harbour via Highway 101/102 corridors.
Rural-urban fringe communities northwest of Halifax with larger lots, natural surroundings, and commuter lifestyle. Popular with families seeking space and nature access while working in Halifax. Growing populations with international connections. Experienced handling for larger properties, outdoor equipment, garden collections, and specialty rural items. Efficient routing to harbour via rural road networks connecting to major highways.
Just provide your Halifax Regional Municipality postal code when requesting your quote. Our moving partners serve all H.R.M. postal code areas:
Halifax Peninsula: B3H, B3J, B3K, B3L, B3M, B3N, B3P, B3R, B3S, B3T
Dartmouth: B2Y, B3A, B3B, B3E, B3G
Bedford/Sackville: B4A, B4B, B4C, B4E, B4G, B4H, B4N
Eastern Shore: B0J (Eastern Passage area)
No matter which Halifax Regional Municipality neighbourhood you're moving from, you receive the same BAR and FIDI accredited service with Halifax's unique advantage:
Halifax's status as Canada's East Coast naval headquarters creates frequent military relocations between CFB Halifax and UK Royal Navy bases. Our partner Halifax International Moving Companies specialise in handling these complex moves with security clearance protocols and understanding of military moving allowances.
Naval connections: CFB Halifax is Canada's largest military base and home to Maritime Forces Atlantic. UK's Royal Navy maintains strong NATO partnerships with frequent personnel exchanges, training deployments, and permanent transfers between Halifax and UK naval bases (Portsmouth, Devonport, Clyde).
Military moving allowances: Canadian Forces MOV (Moving) regulations provide generous relocation allowances. Our partners understand CF MOV documentation requirements, weight allowances based on rank/family size, and reimbursement procedures.
Typical military move profile:
Moving crews with Canadian government security clearances for handling sensitive materials and accessing CFB Halifax facilities. Background checks and reliability vetting ensure trusted service for military families. Understanding of military security protocols.
Military moves often require faster shipping due to deployment schedules. Dedicated container options reduce timeline to 3-4 weeks. Air freight available for urgent personal effects (UAB) arriving in 5-10 days. Understanding of military timeline pressures and deployment calendars.
Expert guidance on Canadian Forces Moving regulations, weight allowances by rank, entitlement calculations, and reimbursement procedures. Proper documentation to ensure smooth claims processing with Department of National Defence. Understanding of partial DITY (Do-It-Yourself) moves combined with professional services.
Expedited processing: Priority scheduling for deployment-driven timelines. Dedicated military coordinator: Single point of contact familiar with CF MOV regulations. Flexible payment terms: Understanding of military reimbursement cycles. Storage solutions: Short-term storage during housing transitions (common with military moves). Family support: School placement assistance, spouse employment resources, community integration guidance for UK arrival.
Multiple Halifax-area military facilities maintain regular personnel exchanges with UK:
Military-specific considerations: Deployment schedules may require flexible moving dates. Unaccompanied baggage (UAB) for essential items during urgent moves. Storage-in-transit during housing transitions. Our Halifax International Moving Companies coordinate with Canadian Forces Relocation Services and UK Joint Personnel Administration to ensure seamless transitions for military families.
Halifax is home to major research universities with strong UK academic ties, creating frequent faculty, researcher, and student relocations between Halifax and UK institutions. Our partner Halifax International Moving Companies specialise in handling academic moves with understanding of research equipment, book collections, and sabbatical timelines.
Dalhousie University: Founded 1818 with strong British heritage. Extensive research partnerships with UK universities (Oxford, Cambridge, Edinburgh, Manchester). Regular faculty exchanges, sabbaticals, and permanent moves.
Saint Mary's University: Founded 1802, strong business school connections with UK institutions. Frequent MBA faculty and student exchanges.
Acadia University (nearby Wolfville): Historic ties to UK, regular academic exchanges.
NSCAD University: Art and design exchanges with UK art schools.
Typical academic move profile:
Our Halifax International Moving Companies understand the unique requirements of academic relocations:
Academic moves often qualify for expedited customs clearance with proper university documentation. We coordinate with both Halifax and UK university international offices to ensure smooth transitions.
We match you with certified Halifax International Moving Companies from our partner network (AGM Group - BAR, FIDI, and IAM accredited). Your matched Halifax International Mover handles everything from Halifax collection to UK delivery, or UK collection to Halifax delivery – with the unique advantage of DIRECT PORT ACCESS at Halifax Harbour.
Complete our form with your Halifax/Dartmouth area, destination in UK or Halifax, estimated volume or property size, moving dates, special requirements (military relocation, academic move, fragile maritime memorabilia, storage needs).
We match you with the most suitable Halifax International Moving Company based on your route and timeline. This takes 2-4 hours during business hours. Get your FREE quote today! (Fastest turnaround in Canada due to simple logistics)
Your matched Halifax International Mover contacts you for a detailed discussion. They arrange a video survey via Zoom or WhatsApp (accurate for most Halifax homes and UK properties). You receive detailed written quote specifying all services, costs, and timelines.
Take time to review. Ask questions. Compare with other quotes if you wish. Note: NO CROSS-COUNTRY TRANSPORT FEES to itemise – just port access charges. No obligation quote!
Accept the written quote and the Halifax International Moving Company schedules your collection. You receive booking confirmation with dates, services included, payment terms, and contact details. You pay them directly (not us). Provide required documents for customs declarations.
Book online now to secure your sailing date on the weekly direct Halifax-UK service!
Professional Halifax International Movers arrive in Halifax or UK to pack and collect. Your goods travel MINUTES to Halifax Harbour, then direct Atlantic crossing to UK (or reverse). Customs clearance happens at destination. Final delivery to your new home with unpacking if requested.
Total timeline: 3-5 weeks Halifax to UK (fastest in Canada), 3-5 weeks UK to Halifax. You receive updates throughout. Door-to-door service with DIRECT PORT ACCESS guaranteed!
We represent three certified Halifax International Moving Companies (AGM Group). We match you to the right partner based on your Halifax-UK or UK-Halifax route. The partner moving company does the physical work: survey, packing, DIRECT PORT ACCESS at Halifax Harbour, shipping, customs support, and delivery. You pay them directly after receiving their written quote.
We don't search all movers or compare the whole market. We work exclusively with our three vetted, accredited partners who specialise in Halifax International Removals and leverage Halifax's unique advantage: DIRECT PORT ACCESS for the fastest, most affordable Canada-UK route.
Compare prices from accredited Halifax International Movers and book online with confidence. LOWEST COSTS + FASTEST TIMELINE in Canada. No obligation quotes available 24/7.