Removals to Spain - What you need to know

Over 300,000 Brits are currently living in Spain. If you’re thinking of joining them, then there are a few things you ought to know. Moving abroad is, of course, a massive step, so it’s best to arm yourself with plenty of knowledge to make your move to Spain as simple and straightforward as possible.

That’s why we’ve put together this handy guide to moving to Spain, including information on how to go about it and why D Durrant is the right removals company for the job.

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Moving belongings abroad with D Durrant Removals

When moving to Spain, making sure you have an international removals company you can rely on is a massive priority. Here’s why customers make D Durrant their number one choice.

  • We have the experience – We have demonstrable experience in European removals, specifically removals from UK to Spain.
  • We know the rules and regulations – We can help you handle duty regulations, restrictions and any required documentation.
  • We know Spanish cities, towns and villages – We know the ins and outs of dealing with Spain’s characteristically narrow streets and hard-to-access homes.
    Your belongings are safe and secure in transport – Once we’ve loaded your belongings on our lorries, we accompany them on sea crossings and on the road all the way to your Spanish home. They’re safe and secure every step of the way.
  • Fragile and heavy items? No problem – Our moving teams have the brawn to deal with heavy items like safes and a soft touch for fragile homewares such as chandeliers. We’re also experts on moving items which are weighty and delicate like pianos.
  • We packing and unpack with care – We’ll pack your belongings with the utmost care to protect them from damage during the journey and unpack with the same attention to detail on arrival.
  • We deliver on time – We know how important it is to customers to have their belongings delivered on time, and our experience and know-how makes sure we stick to your agreed schedules.
  • We’ll clean the home you’re leaving professionally – Don’t forget the home you’re leaving! We can clean it thoroughly so that prospective buyers or renters will see it at its very best.
  • We’re an independent family-run business which cares for customers – As a family business we are 100% focused on providing the very best removal services you can find. We’re proud of our reputation and we will always go the extra mile for customers.
    We’re friendly and efficient – We have all the same specialist furniture removal equipment and protective materials as a larger companies, but we also guarantee friendly, personal care and attention which is sometimes missing from larger firms.

To find out more about how we can help you move to Spain with ease, check out our International Removals page for information and to see our glowing testimonials from happy customers!

Moving pets to Spain

If you want to move to Spain and take your furry friend with you, they’ll need their very own pet passport. To get one, your pet will need to be microchipped and have a rabies vaccination at least 30 days before you move. If you’re flying, then you’ll need a Fit To Fly certificate from your vet close to the time you depart. If you have a dog, they’ll also need treatment for tapeworm. Once this is done, your vet can issue your pet with a passport.

Most airlines will insist that you have a special travelling container for your pet that’s well ventilated and allows enough room for the animal to move around and lie down. It’s a good idea to label your pet’s kennel so it won’t get lost during the transit, and be sure to give your pet enough food and water for the journey.

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has created approved types of containers for cats, dogs, ferrets and birds flying in the cabin and as cargo. The majority of airlines accept these guidelines. For more information, read the IATA requirements before you fly.

Moving a vehicle to Spain

If you want to import your car to Spain, there are three key things you need to know:

1. You don’t need to pay VAT on any car that you’re taking to Spain, as long as you’ve had it for more than six months and you’re moving from another European country.

2. New cars cost more: If you’re moving to Spain with a new car, it’s a bit more expensive. New vehicles are subject to 21% VAT. What’s more, non-EU citizens will also have to pay an additional 10% in import tax.

3. If you have a non-EU vehicle, you’ll need to register it straightaway. However, if you’re importing a car from another European country, you’ll have up to six months to register it. You’ll also need to pay a registration tax called an Impuesto Especial sobre Determinados Medios de Transporte (whether you’re moving from an EU or non-EU country). The cost of moving a vehicle to Spain will vary depending on its value and emissions.

This article offers a helpful guide to registering a vehicle in Spain.

Spanish duty charges and restricted items

Bear in mind that some items incur a duty tax when they enter Spain, whilst others will require a licence before they are allowed into the country. For example, any plants you bring with you when you move to Spain will require a Phytosanitary Certificate, and sports guns require a licence and permission for use. If you’re bringing art or antiques with the intention of selling them, a duty charge will be payable, but for items over 100 years of age shipped as personal items, this charge doesn’t apply.

This article from ExpatFocus offers some more information about Spanish customs duties and restrictions.

European removal company to Spain

Our friendly and efficient team of removals professionals have extensive experience in international removals to Spain and a range of other European countries.