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REMOVALS TO AND FROM SPAIN

Moving to Spain? We offer weekly
services to Spain from the UK!
From full relocations to single items; dedicated or shared-load services

For a secure, professional, and stress-free move from the UK to Spain.

Trust Matthew James Global Relocations.

• Your own Move Manager                           • IAM, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & ISO 45001 accredited

• Fully trained and vetted staff                   • Superior quality packing materials

• Family business for four generations  • Fully electronic inventories 

• Free home or virtual survey                      • Depots in Madrid, Barcelona & Costa del Sol

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• Superior quality packing materials
• Family business for four generations
• Fully electronic inventories 
• Free home or virtual survey
• Depots in Madrid, Barcelona & Costa del Sol

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Professional UK to Spain Removal Services You Can Rely On

When you book a UK to Spain removal with Matthew James, you are choosing a team that understands what it takes to move between two countries properly. We collect from across the UK and deliver throughout Spain, regularly moving our clients to and from Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Alicante and Malaga, to name a few, and handling the practical details so you don’t have to.

From planning the journey and preparing the paperwork to delivering your belongings into your new home, we take care of your move from start to finish. Whether you are relocating to a city apartment or a coastal property, your UK to Spain move is managed carefully, clearly, and with experienced oversight at every stage.

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European Shared Load
A part/shared load service is a cost effective way to move your goods to and from your destination. The reason this service is so cost effective is that you share the vehicle with other consignments and therefore the vehicle costs are also shared. All consignments are individually prepared, numbered, labelled and inventoried to ensure all items are correctly delivered to you. The main advantage of a part load service is that you will receive the Matthew James service of excellence at the most cost effective price.
European Dedicated Service
A dedicated service gives you the flexibility to choose your collection and delivery dates. This service guarantees the Matthew James service of excellence and peace of mind that your moving dates can be fixed, allowing you the convenience to make travel arrangements and plan your arrival. All delivery dates are subject to EU laws on driving time. We can confirm the timing prior to any booking.
European Premium Service
A direct service combines Matthew James’ service of excellence with the added advantage of a dedicated collection date and express delivery timescale. Handling of your effects is minimised as they remain on the same vehicle throughout. Although your delivery will be carried out in conjunction with other clients consignments, this means you will share the cost of the vehicle and your consignment will be prioritised for onward delivery typically within 7-10 days of collection.

Why not try our shared
load service and save up to 70%

As a modern, forward thinking company, we utilize the latest QR code technology to ensure your goods are traceable at all times, giving you not only peace of mind and a smooth customs process, but also a level of confidence that simply can’t be matched.

We create an electronic inventory and label every item with a unique QR code.
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Each item is scanned as it leaves your home and is loaded onto our vehicle.
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If not already achieved in transit, your consignment awaits customs clearance at our depot.
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After clearance, each consignment is loaded separately onto our vehicle.
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Upon delivery, we scan each item off our vehicle and into your new home.
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We create an inventory and label every box with a unique QR code
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Each item is scanned as it’s loaded into the van
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Your consignment awaits customs clearance at our depot
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After clearance, each consignment is loaded separately onto the vehicle
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At destination, we scan each item off the vehicle and into your new home
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Expert Spanish Customs Support from an Experienced In-House Team

If you have ever sent a parcel abroad or bought goods from overseas, you will already know that customs clearance can be difficult to navigate and that costs can quickly add up if the process is not handled correctly.

That is why we manage the Spanish customs process ourselves, preparing the required documentation and ensuring all customs requirements are met before your belongings reach the border. With detailed knowledge of Spanish and EU customs procedures, we handle the process carefully and correctly to avoid delays and unnecessary complications.

For UK to Spain moves, we typically clear customs at key border points such as La Jonquera or Irun, depending on the route and timing of the move. We oversee the process from start to finish, deal directly with customs authorities, and keep you informed at every stage, allowing you to focus on your relocation while we take care of the detail.

You are in safe, experienced hands with Matthew James.

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Why Matthew James Removals is your best choice for Removals to Spain

Free home or virtual survey
We offer a free survey to assess your moving needs. One of our expert and knowledgeable surveyors will be happy to answer any question you may have either in person or via a guided video call using your smartphone, giving you flexibility, without compromising accuracy.

Your own Move Manager
From your very first enquiry, you'll be assigned a dedicated Move Manager as your single point of contact, meaning no call centres and no crossed wires, just direct, expert support from someone who cares, whenever you need it.

Free home or virtual survey
We offer a free survey to assess your moving needs. One of our expert and knowledgeable surveyors will be happy to answer any question you may have either in person or via a guided video call using your smartphone, giving you flexibility, without compromising accuracy.
In-house customs team
With constantly changing laws and prices skyrocketing, Post-Brexit customs can be a nightmare to navigate. That’s why our experienced in-house team handle all documentation and communication with customs offices, ensuring a smooth, stress-free process allowing you to benefit from a swifter and more cost effective move.
In-house customs team
With constantly changing laws and prices skyrocketing, Post-Brexit customs can be a nightmare to navigate. That’s why our experienced in-house team handle all documentation and communication with customs offices, ensuring a smooth, stress-free process allowing you to benefit from a swifter and more cost effective move.
Subcontracting?
Unlike most movers in the modern age who outsource to the cheapest subcontractor, we keep control of your move from start to finish. For UK and European jobs, we do our absolute best to keep everything in-house, providing you with our own experienced, vetted and trusted professional crews for your move, from start to finish. For sea shipments, we work only with tried and trusted local agents who share our ethos and high standards.
Your own Move Manager
From your very first enquiry, you'll be assigned a dedicated Move Manager as your single point of contact, meaning no call centres and no crossed wires, just direct, expert support from someone who cares, whenever you need it.
Subcontracting?
Unlike most movers in the modern age who outsource to the cheapest subcontractor, we keep control of your move from start to finish. For UK and European jobs, we do our absolute best to keep everything in-house, providing you with our own experienced, vetted and trusted professional crews for your move, from start to finish. For sea shipments, we work only with tried and trusted local agents who share our ethos and high standards.
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Nervous About Your Move to Spain? We Have the Answers

At Matthew James Removals, we bring decades of international and local experience to every move we handle. Whether you are relocating to a city, a coastal town, or further inland, we understand the practical realities of moving to Spain and know how to manage them properly. Our complete service takes care of the planning, coordination, and on-the-road detail of your removal to Spain, allowing you to focus on settling in and enjoying the move.

With four generations of experience, services designed to handle every type of move, and a wide range of professional packing materials, you can be confident you are in capable hands. From removals to Spain through to relocating back to the UK, we manage your move carefully, clearly, and with experienced oversight throughout.

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Professional removal services to any new home around the world

Whether you are moving from Calgary to Carlisle, Aberdeen to Australia, or even Guadalajara in Spain to Guadalajara in Mexico, we can help you make the move with confidence.

Our established and trusted partner network allows us to support moves to more than 25,000 destinations across 195 countries. With our vehicles departing regularly from the UK to mainland Europe and onward connections to Australia and destinations worldwide, we are equipped to handle international removals of all sizes and distances.

From the very beginning, we use our experience to guide you through each stage of your move, offering clear advice, answering your questions, and taking care of your belongings throughout the journey. Our role is to make the process straightforward, well organised, and as stress free as possible.

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We’re proud to be accredited and industry-regulated

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With year-round sunshine and more than 8,000km of beaches it is no surprise that Spain is the most popular destination for Brits moving abroad. Combine that with the laid-back lifestyle, reasonably priced properties, and landmass twice the size of the UK with only two-thirds of its population and you can see why Spain is one of our most frequently requested removals destinations. Whether you are moving just a couple of items to a new holiday home or relocating entirely to sunnier climes, we’ll take the same care, door to door.

Weekly removals to Spain…

At Matthew James Removals we offer weekly Spain removals all year round. From dedicated removals to shared-loads or even single items, we offer a service to meet your requirements. Our expertise, know-how, local knowledge and specialist vehicles make us the obvious choice for moving to Spain and throughout Europe.

Recognition

Our company has been accredited to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001. We are also an IAM Trusted Mover (International Association of Movers). An accreditation gained from the world’s largest trade association for the global removals industry.

Our depots in the UK & Spain

All of our depots in the UK and Spain offer fully containerised storage facilities in modern and secure warehouses. We understand that the things you store with us are precious to you. We treat everything with the highest level of care, just as you would yourself.

Insurance

We can arrange a bespoke insurance policy aligned with your Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum service, to ensure that your treasured possessions are covered in the unlikely event of an accident occurring. Please speak to your designated Move Manager who can guide you through this process and advise you accordingly.

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Popular areas in Spain

Matthew James Removals have been helping families complete local moves in Spain as well as International moves to Spain. Here are some of our recommended places to move in Spain:

Ibiza
Majorca
Menorca
Malaga
Marbella
Puerto Banus
Estepona
Sotogrande

The below areas are also within our relocation and removal service areas

Over one million UK expats currently call Spain their home, with the majority of relocation occurring in three main areas: Andalucia in the South; Mallorca, the largest of the Balearic Islands; and the Valencia region on Spain’s east coast. A large British presence means English is widely spoken but it is wise to learn some Spanish for convenience and to help integration. This is especially important if you intend to work in Spain.

How can I move to Spain after Brexit?

Now that the UK has left the EU, the rules on moving permanently to Spain have changed; you can travel to Europe for up to 90 days within a 180-day period after Brexit, but you will now need a visa if you are moving to another country within the EU. Most countries will also require that your passport is valid for at least six months before you travel, no matter how long your stay, so ensure your passport is up to date well before you plan to move.

British ex-pats who wish to move to Spain after Brexit or an extended period now need to apply for a visa that corresponds to the purpose of their stay. A visa application for an adult currently costs €80, and the application must be submitted from within the UK, within 90 days of your intended travel date. 

There are three types of visas that allow you to work and live in Spain: the combined work permit and residence visa, the student visa, and the visa for family reunification or retirement. It is also worth noting that you will need to obtain a foreign identity number known as Número de Identidad de Extranjero or NIE, as well as a Tarjeta de Residencia or residency card.

For more advice on obtaining a Spanish visa, check out our Can I Move to Spain After Brexit guide for further details on the visa process and life in Spain after Brexit. 

Taxing and pensions in Spain

Non-residents will pay tax on any income arising in Spain; this includes bank interest, business dividends, property income or wages. Income tax rates are similar to the UK’s and range between 24-45%. Further details can be found at expatica.com.  

You can also continue to receive your UK state pension if you are retiring to Spain, providing you inform the DWP before your move. You may also be eligible for other UK benefits, of which further details can be found on the Gov.UK website. 

Travelling in Spain

Travelling in Spain is simple and convenient. Spain boasts an extensive network of roads and railways and has over 91 airports, of which Madrid, Malaga, Palma, Alicante, Valencia and Barcelona are the biggest.  

As of May 1, 2022, British driving licenses are invalid in Spain, as the UK has left the EU. Spanish and British authorities are negotiating whether UK licence holders can exchange their UK licenses for Spanish ones without needing to take a test. More information can be found on the Direccion General de Trafico.

How can Matthew James Removals help me with my move to Spain?

With its hot weather, vibrant culture, delicious food and exquisite wine, it is no surprise that Spain is one of the most popular destinations for British ex-pats.  

At Matthew James Removals, we have decades of removals experience, so you can rest assured that we will take care of every detail of your move. Our dedicated team is here to help your Spain removals go smoothly and stress-free, letting you enjoy your new life in Spain. Contact us for a free quote.

We have a logistics depot in Spain and of course we can also help clients who wish to to organise removals to the UK from Spain or removals to Ireland from Spain.

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Let us answer your questions for your move to Spain from the UK

At Matthew James Removals we have the local knowledge and industry experience to handle all of your relocation needs, wherever in Spain you choose to move. With over 4 generations and 30 years of experience as well as depots across Barcelona, Madrid and Malaga, you can be sure you’re in the most capable hands with your removal to Spain.

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