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📊 International Kolkata Removals Facts: Kolkata is a major port city on India’s east coast, offering direct sea access. Sea freight takes 5–6 weeks to Kolkata Port. A 20ft container holds a typical 3-bedroom home.
Kolkata Moving & Shipping Cost: £2,900–£6,800 depending on volume. As a port city, Kolkata saves £300–£800 compared to inland destinations like Delhi or Hyderabad. NRIs qualifying for Transfer of Residence save £2,000–£6,000 in customs duties. Get your UK to Kolkata shipping quote below.
We are the official online platform for three FIDI-FAIM and BAR Overseas certified international moving companies. For 16 years, they have trusted us to connect customers with specialist UK to Kolkata international movers who handle this exact route.
Whether you're shipping to Kolkata from UK for the first time, an NRI returning after years abroad, or relocating for work in West Bengal’s growing economy, we match you with one of our three certified partners who handles everything—from packing in the UK to customs clearance at Kolkata Port and delivery across the city.
Over 850,000+ customer requests since 2010, we’ve learned what matters most when moving to East India. Our service is completely free. You pay the mover directly.
Kolkata Port (also known as Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port) is one of India’s oldest and busiest eastern ports. While it has fewer weekly sailings than Chennai or Mumbai, it offers direct access for East India—avoiding costly inland transport.
Kolkata is West Bengal’s capital and a cultural, educational, and commercial hub. Whether you’re returning as an NRI, relocating for work in IT or education, or moving for family reasons, our certified movers specialise in East India logistics.
All quotes include door-to-door delivery to any address in Kolkata and surrounding areas:
Our service handles complete households or single boxes—with expert packing for Kolkata’s humid climate.
⚠️ Kolkata Climate Warning: Kolkata has extreme summer heat (40°C+) and very high humidity year-round, with heavy monsoons June–September. Wooden furniture may warp, leather can crack, and electronics risk moisture damage. Consider shipping only high-value or sentimental items—and buying climate-appropriate furniture locally.
Prohibited: Firearms, narcotics, pornographic material, counterfeit currency.
Restricted (permits needed): Alcohol, tobacco, prescription meds, plants, seeds.
Our movers advise during your pre-move survey.
If you’re an NRI returning permanently, you may qualify for duty-free import under TR rules—saving £2,000–£6,000 in customs duties at Kolkata Port.
⚠️ Important: You must be physically present in India when your shipment clears customs at Kolkata Port. Original documents required.
Kolkata is ideal if you’re moving to East India—it avoids the high inland transport costs of routing through Mumbai or Chennai.
From £1,500 (shared container) to £6,800 (full 40ft). Typical 3-bed house: £2,900–£4,500. As a port city, Kolkata is cheaper than inland destinations.
5–6 weeks to Kolkata Port, plus 3–5 days for customs and delivery. Total: 6–8 weeks door-to-door.
Yes—especially for TR claims. While it has fewer sailings than Mumbai, customs staff are experienced with NRI documentation.
Yes—all quotes include door-to-door delivery across Greater Kolkata, including Howrah, New Town, and Salt Lake City.
Yes—if claiming TR. You must be present with original documents when your container arrives at Kolkata Port.
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We are the official online platform for three FIDI-FAIM and BAR Overseas certified international moving companies. Since 2010, they have trusted us to connect them with customers seeking international removals UK to Kolkata and worldwide.
Our platform is led by Darren Benjamin, who has run this service since launch. His information is verifiable on Companies House. He also has over a decade of additional experience in the moving industry, including his role as Secretary of ONEMOVE LIMITED since 2013.
Our service is completely free. You pay the mover directly. We share the name of your matched mover before you agree to anything.
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