Removals to Cyprus

Get in touch...

"*" indicates required fields

Checkbox

A Guide to Moving to Cyprus

It is not surprising why Cyprus is popular for British Expats – a year round warm climate, stunning beaches and coastline and a fascinating culture are all aspects that the Mediterranean Island can offer new residents.Cyprus is an interesting place for expats to live, whilst enjoying Western European culture, you can also experience Asian and African influences, all adding to the unique character of the island.

Shipping to Cyprus 

If you are planning a removal to Cyprus, you have several options with regards to shipping your personal and household effects.

Sea Freight – Shared Container (Groupage) or Sole Use Container (Full Container Load – FCL)

Shipping to Cyprus via sea freight is the most common method of transporting your household items. It is generally more economical then shipping via air freight if you have furniture and other larger items to ship. A sole use container means that you will have sole access to a 20ft, 40ft or 40ft high cube container. A shared container is useful for smaller shipments, a part house for example. In this case, you are charged on a volume basis (cuft) for the amount of space your shipment uses in the container.

Air Freight 

Air freight shipping is another service which we can offer. The main benefit of this type of service is a shorter transit time.

Your International Consultant will be able to advise with regards to which option/s are best for you during the quotation stage. You may require a combination of different services e.g. a shared container shipment and a small air freight shipment.

 

Customs Requirements for Shipping to Cyprus 

Shipments originating from EU member countries

Shipments are inspected at random.

Regulations regarding importing food in your shipment: dry and canned food only.

Up to 12 sealed bottles are allowed (applicable to sole use containers only).

Up to 20 open alcohol bottles are allowed (applicable to sole use containers only).

New items (i.e. owned and used for less than six months) are dutiable.

Shipments originating from non-EU member countries

All shipments from non-EU countries are inspected by Customs officials.

Regulations regarding importing food in your shipment: permit required from the Ministry of Health.

Alcohol restrictions: same as above for EU member countries.

New items (i.e. owned and used for less than six months) are dutiable.

For diplomatic shipments, please contact us for advice.

Shipping a car, bike or boat to Cyprus

All persons shipping a car, bike, or boat to Cyprus must attend Customs in Limassol.

International Students

Students returning home from a period of studying abroad will be charged tax and duty for importing new and used personal effects, the amount charged will depend on the items being imported.

Please note that customs regulations can change on a regular basis. Please contact us if you require a full Customs Guide to Cyprus.

Our Accreditations

As one of the leading providers of overseas removals services on a national and international scale, we pride ourselves on providing a professional and friendly service from our highly trained and competent team. We have been recognised as one of the leading international moving companies by the networks below and we are, therefore, proud of our credentials and the quality standard they represent. In 2023 we became the most trusted moving company in the UK.
International Removals

October’s Insight into International Shipping by the British Association of Removers

3 October 2023

New Zealand

Things To Consider When Buying A Home In New Zealand 

2 October 2023

Company News

Celebrating Our “Great Place to Work” Certification

27 September 2023

USA

My Seamless Move to LA with John Mason International: A Personal Account

25 September 2023

New Zealand

New Zealand’s Festivals and Cultural Events: Embrace Local Celebrations

21 September 2023

Company News

John Mason International to Speak at IAM’s 61st Annual Meeting & Expo in Toronto

19 September 2023

Some of our Customer Reviews

The packers were careful, quick and courteous. I highly recommend this company and would definitely use them again! Efficient, polite, punctual: could not ask for more.

Hertfordshire, UK to Virginia, USA - March 2023

From start with Michelle to finish with Gill the level of service was excellent. John Mason and its international partners handled my move from Devon to Australia seemingly effortlessly. I couldn't ask for better.

Devon, UK to Perth, Australia –April 2023

Absolutely one of the best movers I have worked with. Pleasant helpful admin staff and the delivery drivers were absolute angels sorting and moving the boxes where I asked them to. Arrived exactly when they said it would.

Yorkshire, UK to Sydney, Australia - March 2023

Read more independent reviews about us on TrustPilot
Instant Quote
Speak to us now on 0800 093 2623