Sackville-West Moving and StoringSackville-West Moving and Storing

International

International Shipping and Customs

A smoother customs experience from start to finish. We handle export paperwork, packing, and delivery so your art and antiques arrive safely, wherever they need to go.

Building on years of domestic expertise, we operate an international logistics division offering air, sea, and road freight with full customs documentation and compliance, so fine art, antiques, and high-value goods can travel confidently beyond the UK.

Full customs clearance

Export documentation and customs paperwork handled for you, for smooth cross-border movement.

Air, sea, and road freight

The right freight method for the item, timeline, and budget, with full compliance throughout.

Dedicated project manager

Complex international shipments get a dedicated project manager coordinating every stage.

Full transit insurance guidance

Clear guidance on cover, so your items are properly insured for the entire international journey.

Export licensing

Support with export licensing where required for fine art and cultural property.

Bespoke crating for transit

Crating built for the rigours of international transit, whichever freight method is used.

How It Works

A Simple, Seamless Process

01

Consultation

We discuss destination, timeline, and any export licensing or customs considerations.

02

Documentation

Export paperwork and customs documentation prepared in full ahead of shipping.

03

Freight and transit

Shipped by the right method, air, sea, or road, fully insured throughout.

04

Delivery abroad

Cleared through customs and delivered to its final destination.

FAQs

Common questions

Do you handle export paperwork?

Yes, we manage export documentation and customs paperwork as standard for international shipments.

Can you ship fine art and antiques internationally?

Yes, this is a core part of our international service, with bespoke crating and full transit insurance guidance.

What freight options are available?

We offer air, sea, and road freight, and will recommend the right option for your item, timeline, and budget.

Do complex shipments get a dedicated contact?

Yes, complex or high-value international shipments are assigned a dedicated project manager from start to finish.

Ready to arrange international & customs?

Tell us what you need collected, delivered, or stored, and we will come back with a clear, personalised quotation.