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Removals to Odivelas, Portugal from the UK. Removal companies and moving companies matched free. About 1,590 miles from London via Channel Tunnel. Dedicated vehicle: 3 to 4 days. Part load: 10 to 21 days. One FIDI-certified partner mover. Portuguese customs apply since Brexit. Get a free quote ›
🚚 UK to Odivelas: the route

Getting a household across to Odivelas

Odivelas is a municipality immediately north of Lisbon, carved out of the northern part of the Loures municipality in 1998. It is a compact, densely urban area connected to Lisbon by the Odivelas Metro line and the IC22. It offers lower property prices than Lisbon city while remaining within the metro area boundary. London to Odivelas is about 1,590 miles by road via the Channel Tunnel.

A dedicated vehicle from London to Odivelas takes 3 to 4 days. Part load removals take 10 to 21 days. Odivelas is on the Lisbon consolidated run, positioned just north of Lisbon on the IC22. The A9 CREL ring road passes to the west of the municipality, giving lorries a bypass route that avoids Lisbon city traffic.

Odivelas is a densely built urban municipality with mainly apartment blocks. The IC22 and the A9 CREL give clean approaches. Most streets in Odivelas are urban residential roads with standard widths for a removal lorry. The main access challenge is kerbside lorry parking in the denser residential zones, particularly in Pontinha, Ramada and Caneças. An early morning delivery slot before peak commuter traffic is recommended for addresses near the IC22 urban corridor.

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 Odivelas enquiry with one suitable vetted FIDI-certified partner mover. The partner mover contacts you directly and provides the quote.

Free. One FIDI-certified partner mover. No obligation to proceed.

Removal lorry on the UK to Odivelas, Portugal route
UK to Odivelas: Channel Tunnel, then road through Spain into Portugal.
📍 Key route facts
  • 📍 London to Odivelas: about 1,590 miles
  • ⛵ Crossing: Channel Tunnel
  • 🕑 Dedicated vehicle: 3 to 4 days
  • 🕑 Part load transit: 10 to 21 days
  • 📄 Portuguese customs apply since Brexit
  • 📂 NIF number needed before customs application
  • 🏆 FIDI FAIM: Ernst & Young audit every 3 years
Odivelas removal companies: IC22 and A9 approach, urban parking in dense residential zones

Odivelas removal companies: IC22 and A9 approach, urban parking in dense residential zones

Odivelas town centre and the main residential zones are accessible by lorry via the IC22 and A9 CREL. Modern apartment developments throughout the municipality have standard road access. Pontinha, Odivelas town and Póvoa de Santo Adrião are all on good urban roads. The Metro line serves the area, which means the streets in the most densely populated zones can have heavier pedestrian and vehicle traffic during commuter hours. An early morning delivery before 08:00 is recommended for the densest urban zones.

The northern parishes of Odivelas including Ramada and Caneças are slightly less dense and have more suburban character. These are generally easier for lorry parking than the immediate IC22 corridor. Caneças sits on the edge of the Lisbon urban area and has some rural-character roads leading into the Loures hills. For any address in the municipality with restricted kerbside parking, the partner mover confirms a delivery window and parking management before booking.

Send before enquiring: full delivery address, floor level, lift dimensions where relevant, parking access, gate width, and photos of narrow access routes. This lets the partner mover confirm the right vehicle and give an accurate price with no surprises on move day.
Removal team preparing goods for Odivelas, Lisbon Metropolitan Area
The partner mover checks Odivelas access details before confirming the quote.
Common Odivelas property types
  • Moradia: detached house. Standard lorry access in most cases.
  • Apartamento: flat. Check lift width (many older lifts are 65 to 80cm).
  • Quinta: farm or wine estate. Confirm track surface and gate dimensions.
  • Herdade: large estate, common in Alentejo. Sand track access in many cases.
  • Vila: villa. Confirm driveway width and turning space.
💷 Removal costs to Odivelas

How much does a removal to Odivelas cost?

These are rough planning guides only. The actual price depends on your UK collection address, the Odivelas 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.

Part load

Boxes and items up to about 15 m³. Flexible date required.

From about £950

to about £2,100

Transit 10 to 21 days.

Studio or 1-bed

8 to 15 cubic metres. Dedicated vehicle.

From about £1,150

to about £2,300

3 to 4 days dedicated.

2-bedroom home

20 to 35 cubic metres. Dedicated vehicle.

From about £2,600

to about £4,700

3 to 4 days dedicated.

3 to 4-bedroom home

35 to 55 cubic metres. Full lorry.

From about £4,000+

 

Priced after a survey.

All are planning guides. The removal company confirms the actual price after checking your route, inventory, access, insurance level, customs requirements and move date. Relay vehicles, packing services, specialist items and storage are priced separately.
📄 Portuguese customs for Odivelas removals

Portuguese customs: what applies to Odivelas deliveries

Since Brexit, all goods moving from the UK to Odivelas 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).

Required documentation
  • Detailed inventory (lista de bens) of all goods being moved
  • UK collection address and full Odivelas delivery address
  • NIF (Número de Identificação Fiscal), your Portuguese tax number. Obtain before applying for relief
  • Proof of UK residence before the move (utility bills, council tax)
  • Details of any vehicles, antiques, wine or specialist items
Official sources: check before goods leave the UK
Bagagem de mudança is the Portuguese customs process for transferring permanent residence. It covers the transfer of residence relief (isenção de direitos aduaneiros e de IVA por transferência de residência), which removes Portuguese import duty and 23% VAT on your household goods if you are moving your primary residence to Portugal. Goods must have been owned and used for at least six months. You need a NIF number first, then apply for a Certificado de Bagagem from the Portuguese Consulate General in London (allow 4 to 8 weeks). Apply via portaldasfinancas.gov.pt before goods leave the UK.

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.

Odivelas removal questions answered

Common questions about removals to Odivelas

What removal companies go to Odivelas from the UK?

Removal companies and moving companies cover the UK to Odivelas route via the Channel Tunnel. London to Odivelas 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 Odivelas enquiry with one suitable FIDI-certified partner mover free. Odivelas is on the Lisbon consolidated run with IC22 and A9 access.

How much do house removals to Odivelas cost?

House removals to Odivelas 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 Odivelas delivery address, access, volume and move date.

What moving companies cover UK to Odivelas removals?

International moving companies and overseas removal companies covering Odivelas serve the Lisbon north corridor alongside Loures and Amadora. The IC22 and A9 CREL give efficient access without crossing central Lisbon. The partner moving company confirms the Lisbon north delivery schedule at the quote stage.

Do overseas removals to Odivelas need customs paperwork?

Yes. Since Brexit, all removals from the UK to Odivelas 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.

🏆 Why use a FIDI-certified mover for Odivelas

Choosing removal companies and moving companies for Odivelas: FIDI FAIM accreditation

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 Odivelas, 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.

Working Member of AGM Group since 2010. Partner movers hold FIDI FAIM, BAR Overseas, FEDEMAC and IAM accreditations where confirmed. Prices, transit times, insurance cover, customs paperwork and accreditation details must be confirmed by the removal company before booking.
FIDI-certified removal service to Odivelas, Lisbon Metropolitan Area, Portugal
Accreditations to look for
  • 🏆 FIDI FAIM: Ernst & Young audit, 200+ criteria
  • 🏆 BAR Overseas: British Association of Removers
  • 🏆 FEDEMAC: European Federation of Movers
  • 🏆 IAM: International Association of Movers
📝 What to prepare for your Odivelas removal quote

What to send when you enquire about removals to Odivelas

The more detail you give the partner mover upfront, the more accurate the quote. Here is what to gather before you submit your enquiry.

🏠 Your UK collection address
  • Full postcode
  • Floor level and lift access
  • Parking for removal lorry
  • Steps, narrow corridors, tight corners
🇧🇹 Your Odivelas delivery address
  • Full address including postcode
  • Floor level and lift dimensions
  • Gate width and track surface
  • Any access restrictions or pedestrian zones
📚 Your inventory
  • Number of rooms and rough volume
  • Any large, fragile or specialist items
  • Vehicles (needs separate process)
  • Wine, antiques or high-value goods
📄 Customs and legal
  • Your NIF number if already obtained
  • Whether you are transferring primary residence
  • Whether goods have been owned 6+ months
  • Any items that may need separate permits
📅 Your move date
  • Preferred collection date
  • Flexibility: part loads need a flexible window
  • Portuguese property completion date
  • Storage needed before or after delivery?
📷 Helpful extras
  • Photos of narrow access or gates
  • Lift dimensions if relevant
  • Any previous quotes for comparison
  • Packing service needed or self-packing?
📍 Nearby Portugal routes that may also help

These pages may help if your move involves nearby areas or if you are comparing removal routes in Lisbon Metropolitan Area.

📞 Get your Odivelas removal quote

Start your removal to Odivelas

Send the UK collection postcode, full Odivelas 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 Odivelas Removal Quote

Free. One FIDI-certified partner mover. DATACONTEXT (UK) LTD (company 07425576), operating since November 2010.

International Removals Companies

International Removals Companies connects Odivelas 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.