INTERNATIONAL REMOVALS · LONDON TO ITALY 🇮🇹
We pack, dismantle, load, transport and unpack everything at your new home in Italy. Exclusive vehicle, no shared loads. Fixed price includes packing materials, ferry, fuel, insurance, road tolls and customs. Delivery in 4 to 5 days.
Most international removals companies rent you a van and leave you to figure out the rest. You pack, you load, you deal with customs, and if something goes wrong at the border, that is your problem.
Octagon is different. We arrive at your London home, pack every room, wrap every item, dismantle all furniture, load everything into our exclusive vehicle, handle the UK export declaration, cross the Channel, drive through France, clear your goods through Italian customs (Agenzia delle Dogane) via our licensed customs agent, deliver to your new home, reassemble everything, and unpack every box.
One fixed price. One person you can call at any point. No surprises on moving day or at the border.
EVERYTHING INCLUDED
We pack every room, wrap every item, label every box. You do not touch a thing unless you want to.
Taken apart at your London home, rebuilt exactly as it was at your new home.
Every item catalogued and photographed before loading. Full list provided to you and used for customs documentation.
Your belongings travel in our vehicle only. No shared loads, no waiting for a container to fill.
We handle the paperwork and work with our licensed customs agents to clear your goods correctly.
One person manages your move from first call to final delivery. Available throughout the journey.
Packing materials, ferry, fuel, insurance, road tolls and customs agent fees. Nothing added later.
If there is a gap between collection and delivery, your belongings are held in our CCTV-monitored storage facility in London.
CLARITY FROM DAY ONE
CUSTOMS & DOCUMENTS
Italy is an EU member state. Since Brexit, moving household goods from the UK to Italy crosses an international customs border. Your belongings must be declared through the Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli (Italian customs and excise authority).
Transfer of Residence relief allows you to import your used household goods into Italy without paying import duty or IVA (VAT at 22%), provided you qualify: you must be genuinely relocating your main residence to Italy, you must have been resident outside the EU for at least 12 consecutive months, and the goods must have been owned and used by you for at least 6 months. You must obtain a certificato di residenza from your local Comune and an Italian codice fiscale (tax identification number).
Clearance time: 3 to 7 working days - Italian customs can be slower than northern European countries
If documentation is incomplete, Italian customs (Agenzia delle Dogane) will assess your household goods for import duty and IVA at 22%. Italian customs can require physical inspection of goods, which causes delays.
The codice fiscale is essential - without it, your customs declaration cannot be processed. Apply for your codice fiscale at the Italian consulate in London before departure. It is free and can often be issued the same day.
We work with licensed customs agents registered with the Italian Agenzia delle Dogane e dei Monopoli. The vehicle reports directly to our agent upon arrival in Italy. Your goods are professionally cleared without you visiting any customs office.
Your Route
London → Dover → Calais → Paris → Lyon → Turin → Rome
WHAT YOU CANNOT TAKE
Requires Italian firearms permit (porto d'armi). Cannot be included in household goods.
Strictly prohibited. Prescription medication requires doctor's letter and Ministry of Health declaration.
EU phytosanitary rules prohibit import from non-EU countries.
Require phytosanitary certificate. Potted plants with soil are rejected at the border.
Seized by the Guardia di Finanza.
Dangerous goods - prohibited in household removals.
Do not qualify for Transfer of Residence relief - duty and 22% IVA may apply.
Italy has strict laws on cultural property. Antiques may need export clearance from both UK and Italy.
WHERE WE DELIVER
Lazio
Italy's eternal capital. Rich history, vibrant culture, and a large international community. The centre of Italian government and a major hub for international organisations.
Lombardy
Italy's financial and fashion capital. The highest salaries in Italy, excellent international schools, and superb transport links. The busiest destination for British professionals.
Tuscany
The heart of the Renaissance. Popular with art lovers, academics, and retirees. Smaller and more manageable than Rome or Milan, with outstanding food and wine.
Piedmont
An underrated city with excellent quality of life. Home to Fiat and a growing tech sector. More affordable than Milan with easy access to the Alps.
Emilia-Romagna
Italy's culinary capital. Home to Europe's oldest university. A prosperous, well-connected city with a strong sense of community.
Campania
A vibrant, chaotic city with incredible food and proximity to the Amalfi Coast and Pompeii. Significantly cheaper than northern cities.
Tuscany
Rolling hills, vineyards, and restored farmhouses. The most popular rural Italian destination for British families and retirees.
Lombardy
Stunning lakeside living close to Milan and the Swiss border. Popular with high-net-worth individuals and families.
LIFE IN ITALY
Italy is cheaper than London, especially outside Milan and Rome. Southern Italy and rural Tuscany offer particularly good value. Food and wine are outstanding and affordable.
QUESTIONS ANSWERED
Door-to-door delivery from London to Italy typically takes 4–5 days. This includes packing, loading, ferry crossing, transit, customs clearance, delivery and unpacking.
You will need a valid passport, proof of UK residence for 12 months, proof of your new address in Italy, a detailed packing inventory, and a non-cession declaration. We guide you through every document.
If you qualify for Transfer of Residence relief, your used household goods can be imported duty-free. You must have lived outside the EU for at least 12 months and the goods must have been used for at least 6 months. We handle the application.
Yes. The price we quote after your survey is fixed. It includes packing materials, ferry, fuel, road tolls, insurance and customs agent fees. Nothing is added on moving day.
No. Your belongings travel in our exclusive vehicle. We do not use shared loads or groupage. Your items are the only items on the truck.
Yes. We are specialist handlers of pianos, antiques, and high-value items. Each piece is wrapped, protected, and handled by experienced movers. We have moved grand pianos, art collections, and fragile antiques across Europe.
Since Brexit, household goods crossing from the UK to EU countries like Italy require customs declarations on both sides. Our licensed customs agent handles the entire process: you do not visit any customs office.
Ideally yes, at both ends. However, you can nominate a trusted representative to be present on your behalf at either the collection or delivery address.
We recommend booking 6 to 8 weeks in advance, especially for summer moves. This allows time for customs documentation, ferry booking, and route planning. We can accommodate shorter timelines when needed.
Yes. If there is a gap between your collection and delivery dates, your belongings are stored in our CCTV-monitored, insured facility in London at no additional charge for reasonable periods.
Call us on 0208 521 8000 for a free quote within 1 hour.