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Almada is a city on the south bank of the Tagus, directly opposite Lisbon, connected by the Ponte 25 de Abril suspension bridge and the Ponte Vasco da Gama. It is dominated by the Cristo Rei statue on the cliff above the river. Almada offers lower property prices than Lisbon north bank with easy bridge access into the capital. London to Almada is about 1,590 miles by road, approached via the A2 south from Lisbon or the Ponte Vasco da Gama from the east.
A dedicated vehicle from London to Almada takes 3 to 4 days. Part load removals take 10 to 21 days. The lorry approaches Almada via the A2 motorway from the south, crossing into the Lisbon south bank without needing to navigate Lisbon city traffic. This makes Almada actually easier to approach by lorry than many parts of Lisbon north bank. Almada is on the Lisbon south bank consolidated run along with Seixal, Barreiro and Setúbal.
Almada has generally good lorry access via the A2 and the EN10. The modern city centre and the residential zones of Pragal, Cova da Piedade and Monte de Caparica are fully accessible. The historic Cacilhas waterfront area, directly below the Cristo Rei cliff, has some narrow streets and restricted parking near the ferry terminal. Costa da Caparica, the long Atlantic beach south of Almada, is accessible via the EN377 with good lorry access to the beach resort apartments.
International Removals Companies is a free enquiry matching service operated by DATACONTEXT (UK) LTD (company 07425576). It does not carry out removals. It connects each Almada enquiry with one suitable vetted FIDI-certified partner mover. The partner mover contacts you directly and provides the quote.
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Almada is approached by removal lorries via the A2 motorway from the south, bypassing Lisbon entirely. The A2 junctions at Almada Norte and Almada Sul give direct access to different parts of the municipality. Modern residential zones including Pragal, Monte de Caparica, Laranjeiro and the commercial zones around the Almada Forum shopping centre all have full lorry access. The approach from Lisbon via the Ponte 25 de Abril is possible but the bridge approach road in Almada has some steep sections and tight exits. The A2 approach from the south is preferable.
The Cacilhas waterfront, directly below the Cristo Rei statue, has some narrow quayside streets near the river ferry terminal. Most residential addresses in Cacilhas are in the streets above the waterfront and accessible. Costa da Caparica to the south has good beach road access on the EN377 and EN10-7. Summer lorry parking near the Caparica beach front is limited in July and August. Book an early morning delivery slot. Properties on the cliff-edge above the Cristo Rei viewpoint have standard road access from the EN10.
These are rough planning guides only. The actual price depends on your UK collection address, the Almada delivery address, access at both ends, volume, packing level, move date, storage and customs requirements. The partner mover confirms the actual price after a survey.
Boxes and items up to about 15 m³. Flexible date required.
From about £950
to about £2,100
Transit 10 to 21 days.
8 to 15 cubic metres. Dedicated vehicle.
From about £1,150
to about £2,300
3 to 4 days dedicated.
20 to 35 cubic metres. Dedicated vehicle.
From about £2,600
to about £4,700
3 to 4 days dedicated.
35 to 55 cubic metres. Full lorry.
From about £4,000+
Priced after a survey.
Since Brexit, all goods moving from the UK to Almada need Portuguese customs documentation. Portugal is an EU member state. UK household goods entering Portugal are treated as imports since January 2021. The customs authority is Autoridade Tributária e Aduaneira (AT).
The partner removal company provides commercial documentation and inventory paperwork. They cannot provide legal or tax advice. Check official sources and confirm your eligibility before goods move.
Removal companies and moving companies cover the UK to Almada route via the Channel Tunnel. London to Almada is about 1,590 miles. A dedicated vehicle takes 3 to 4 days. Part load removals take 10 to 21 days. International Removals Companies connects each Almada enquiry with one suitable FIDI-certified partner mover free. Almada is approached via the A2 from the south, making it easier for lorries than many Lisbon north bank addresses.
House removals to Almada cost from about £950 for a part load to about £4,700 for a two-bedroom home on a dedicated vehicle. A studio or one-bedroom home costs from about £1,150 to £2,300. A 3 to 4-bedroom home costs from about £4,000. All are planning guides only. The partner removal company confirms the actual price after checking your Almada delivery address, access, volume and move date.
International moving companies and overseas removal companies covering Almada serve the full Lisbon south bank corridor including Seixal, Barreiro and Setúbal on the same consolidated run. The A2 gives excellent access from the south without requiring lorries to cross Lisbon. The partner moving company confirms the Lisbon south bank delivery schedule at the quote stage.
Yes. Since Brexit, all removals from the UK to Almada require Portuguese customs clearance under the bagagem de mudança process. Most people moving primary residence to Portugal qualify for full exemption from import duty and 23% Portuguese VAT if goods have been owned and used for at least six months. You need a NIF (Número de Identificação Fiscal) and a Certificado de Bagagem from the Portuguese Consulate General in London before goods leave the UK. Apply via portaldasfinancas.gov.pt before goods leave the UK.
FIDI FAIM is the international quality standard for removal companies and moving companies covering Portugal. To earn accreditation, a removal company must pass an independent audit by Ernst and Young covering more than 200 quality and operational criteria. The audit repeats every three years. It covers insurance levels, staff training, vehicle maintenance, claims handling and customer service procedures.
For house removals, overseas removals and international moving to Almada, FIDI accreditation means the removal company has documented customs procedures for Portuguese deliveries, verified insurance cover, and a formal complaints process. International Removals Companies connects enquiries with one FIDI-certified removal company free. DATACONTEXT (UK) LTD, company 07425576, has operated the service since November 2010.
BAR Overseas, FEDEMAC and IAM accreditations are also recognised for international moving companies and overseas removal companies on the UK to Portugal route.
The more detail you give the partner mover upfront, the more accurate the quote. Here is what to gather before you submit your enquiry.
These pages may help if your move involves nearby areas or if you are comparing removal routes in Lisbon Metropolitan Area.
Send the UK collection postcode, full Almada delivery address, inventory, access details and preferred move date. One FIDI-certified partner mover confirms the quote, the Channel Tunnel crossing plan and the Portuguese customs documentation required.
Get a Almada Removal QuoteFree. One FIDI-certified partner mover. DATACONTEXT (UK) LTD (company 07425576), operating since November 2010.
International Removals Companies connects Almada removal enquiries with one suitable vetted partner mover. Partner movers hold FIDI FAIM, BAR Overseas, FEDEMAC and IAM accreditations where confirmed. Working Member of AGM Group since 2010.
Prices, transit times, insurance cover, customs paperwork and accreditation details must be confirmed by the removal company before booking.