The Cheapest Way to Ship to New Zealand from the UK (updated for 2021)

How to get cheap shipping to New Zealand without compromising on quality of service

If you're moving to New Zealand, you’ll no doubt want to minimise the costs of your shipping. However, although you are keen to get the cheapest shipping from UK to NZ you can, you need to be careful of quotes that are considerably cheaper than others, as they could cost you more further down the line. Unfortunately with the effects of the coronavirus pandemic and a worldwide shortage of shipping containers, the costs of international shipping to New Zealand have increased in 2021. However, at PSS International Removals, we have endeavoured to keep our prices as competitive as possible and if you follow the suggestions in this guide you can still get cheap shipping to New Zealand from the UK. Here we’ll look at how to get the best value on your shipping, rather than simply the cheapest. We’ll also show you how to check your quote to see what is and is not included as well as warning you about false economies that won’t save you money in the long run. After all, you want cheap but not too cheap! See also our previous article to find out how much it costs to ship to New Zealand from the UK . This details the various costs involved and gives you some ballpark figures. Better still click here to get a personal quote for your shipping:

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Is It Expensive to Ship to New Zealand from the UK?

Posting or sending smaller quantities of personal goods to New Zealand can be expensive. For example airline excess baggage fees can be very expensive and you are still limited to how much you can send. Also air courier charges for sending boxes of belongings from the UK may not be economical for large quantities. However, shipping by sea to NZ could be a lot cheaper than you think if you make use of an international removal service or specialised personal shipping service. Unlike with excess baggage fees, the more boxes you send, the more economical it becomes. Considering New Zealand is over 12,000 nautical miles away (22,000km), when you compare the costs of moving house all the way to Auckland with moving across the UK it doesn’t seem quite so expensive. However, when you’re migrating across the world you’ll have lots of other costs to consider so you’ll still want to save as much money as you can on your shipping.

Low Cost Shipping Methods to New Zealand

Below we will look at all the different low cost ways you can ship your personal effects when you are moving to New Zealand. The most suitable service will largely depend on how much you are shipping and how quickly you need your belongings to arrive. Once you have chosen the most appropriate service there are a number of ways you can further reduce the cost of your shipping, so make sure you check out our cheap shipping tips below.

Cheap Parcel and Package Shipping to NZ

If you are looking to send a small package or parcel, it is probably best to just use Royal Mail. There are also parcel services online like Parcel Monkey that you can use to find the cheapest quote. However, cost per kilo is quite expensive so if you need to send larger quantities, it’s best to look at other options such as Excess Baggage and Personal Shipping Services as offered by PSS International.

Cheap Excess Baggage / Luggage Shipping to New Zealand

If you have more bags than your airline luggage allowance, you should definitely look at cheaper shipping options.

• Airline excess baggage fees – expensive but you can save if you book in advance.
• Excess Baggage Service by Air – these air courier services offered by companies such as PSS are ideal if want to save money but time is important.
• Send by sea – this is the cheapest option and personal shipping services such as offered by PSS provide a door-to-door international shipping service to NZ.

So for cheap luggage shipping plan ahead and ship by sea, it may take 8-12 weeks but can save you a lot of money. Check out our guide to shipping luggage to New Zealand.

Cheapest Way to Ship Boxes to New Zealand

If you only have a small number of belongings to send or are moving from a small property, you may be able to save on your postage costs from UK to New Zealand by using a box shipping service. This involves sending your belongings in boxes provided by the shipping company. The more boxes you send, the cheaper it is per box. You can also save more money by packing yourself, but professional packing is still available if you need help.

This method is obviously not suitable for sending large items like furniture which will need an international removals service.

Cost Effectively Shipping Furniture to New Zealand

That brings us nicely onto the cheapest ways to ship furniture to New Zealand. The exciting thing is, considering the distances that are involved, moving furniture and other items using NZ furniture removal companies are surprisingly cheap. They do however require an international furniture removals service with specialist packing and handling. If you are moving the entire contents of your home you can book a whole 20 foot or 40 foot container.  If you are shipping a smaller load, you can group your belongings to share with others moving to the same city or country and split the shipping container price to NZ

Cheap Car and Vehicle Shipping to New Zealand

When you are making a big move to New Zealand, it's likely that you will want to ship out your car along with everything else as many cars are more expensive down under. There are several different options available for doing this, which could save you some money. The most popular methods of shipping cars out are:

• Roll On Roll Off (RORO) - This can look like the cheapest way to do it, but you need to factor in the time and cost of delivering your vehicle to the port and also picking it up at the port in New Zealand. RORO prices also don't include customs clearance and many other fees so you'll usually save trouble and money using a container shipping service.
• Another cost-effective way to transport your car is to ship it along with your furniture and all your other belongings using a large shipping container. As you are sending everything together at one time, you could save quite a lot of money that would have been otherwise spent on different shipping methods.

Vehicle can be a complicated process so check out our guide to shipping cars to New Zealand or speak to one of our consultants who will be able to advise you whether it's worthwhile in your situation.

Tips on How to Get the Best Value Shipping Quote for New Zealand

Now we've discussed the most common shipping methods, you'll be interested in finding out tips on how to save even more money. The following advice will help you:

• Obviously shipping to New Zealand by sea is cheaper than air freight.
• Although the time your belongings will spend in transit is from 6 to 12 weeks, you should always factor in some extra time, just in case your belongings are delayed in customs.
• Choose an international shipping company with a good reputation that ships from UK to New Zealand regularly - they know how to get the lowest prices.
• Always check the small print on quotes to see exactly what is included in the price and what charges are excluded.
• Have a clear out and try to limit how much you take, leave older items and things you have no use for behind.
• Conversely, you need to make sure you take enough, as you will find a lot of things are more expensive in New Zealand. Although you could save on shipping costs, you could still end up paying when it comes to replacing your stuff. For example, white goods, tools and other similar equipment are worth taking along.
• Try to book as far in advance as you can when relocating to New Zealand. When you give the shipping company more time you give them the chance and flexibility to offer you a cheaper price.
• For cheaper quotes try to ship at the quietest time of the year. During busy seasons, prices can be a lot more expensive. Busy seasons tend to be January to February and October to November.
• The greater the volume you ship, the lower the price per cubic foot gets.
• Seek out expert advice, - ask the shipper you are using to help ensure all your documents and forms are completed properly.
• You could save money by packing your things up yourself, if you are only sending small items - but this may cost more in insurance premiums.
• Negotiate! Most moving companies to NZ operate within extremely tight margins, there is no harm in asking for a discount, as they may be able to quote you a better price.
• Don't have the shippers collect from your property, but instead deliver the items you can to their depot.
• Although you should invest in shipment protection cover or marine insurance, you don’t need to cover everything – just the delicate and valuable items and not items such as older clothing and other items like duvets.

What You Should Avoid Taking

There are things that you should try to avoid shipping to NZ. You should check exactly what items are permitted and those that are subject to custom duties. You can't avoid basic quarantine inspection fees, but you'll want to avoid additional fees for treatment, cleaning, disposal of . Make sure all your electrical goods and electronic devices are compatible with the supply to your new home.

Tips for Avoiding Custom Charges, Quarantine Fees and Other Costs

• Ideally, if you are looking to save as much money as possible, you need to make sure you fully understand the customs regulations in NZ to avoid unnecessary taxes and costs. You will have to pay these taxes and fees before you can receive your shipment
• It's duty and tax free to send personal and household items, if you've been away for over 21 months. However, you need to ensure you are in New Zealand when your things arrive.
• Always ensure any items you are sending are not prohibited - avoid animal, vegetable and plant products for instance and make sure you are not sending any items that are classified as suspicious by the Ministry for Primary Industries. If they want to investigate and inspect, this could incur more fees and costs.
• You can see the up to date NZ MPI charges and fees here.

Warning: Is Your Shipping Quote Too Cheap?

It might sound a bit odd to ask that question. However, have you ever heard the phrase 'if something looks or sounds too good to be true, it probably is'? This applies to cheap shipping quotes. This is a very competitive market, so most removal companies and shipping companies that are offering the same services should be quoting roughly the same amount. Be wary of any cheap quote that is a little lower than you expected compared to others you've received. Check carefully what is involved and included before choosing your shipping company. Some points to bear in mind include:

• Quotes based on port to port transit will be cheaper, however, you'll probably find a door-to-door service easier.
• Are all the quotes you are receiving for shipping the same volume and are they covering all the items you want to send?
• Is the quote for an all-inclusive removals service, including all packing, clearance at customs, delivery etc.?
• It could be that the shipper is using unaccredited shipping lines which is why they can offer cheaper rates, but the risk of something going wrong is greater.
• The packing may not be done to a professional standard or use high-grade materials.
• The shipping or removals company may not have the proper FIDI FAIM or BAR Overseas accreditation.
• Unreliable, unregulated and inexperienced agents may be utilised at the New Zealand end.

 Why PSS International Removals Can Offer Low Cost Shipping to New Zealand

With the tips and advice above you will find it much easier to find a shipping company that offers cheap shipping to New Zealand. Although you don't have to look much further than here at PSS International Removals. We can offer you reasonably cheap quotes on shipping the contents of your property here in the UK to your new place in New Zealand. You may be wondering how and why we are able to offer such great deals. There are several great reasons why including:

• The fact that we specialise in overseas shipping and international removals to New Zealand.
• We help thousands of people with relocations to New Zealand every year.
• Thanks to the large volumes we ship, we have been able to negotiate the best shipping rates.
• We are not a spring chicken when it comes to the removals business, so we can offer services that are as efficient as they are affordable.
• The advisers on our team are fully experienced in completing the documents and forms and can help you to not only do this quickly but also accurately.
• We regularly ship to New Zealand, so we can often offer lower cost shared container and groupage options.
• For our customers who need to use a more urgent form of shipping, we have been able to secure some of the best air freight rates.
• The packers on our team are highly skilled, professional and efficient at their job. They are the best in the business, as far as we're concerned and although they are very quick, they are also. very careful and ensure every item is packed securely and safely.
• Our move managers have the experience and knowledge to offer quick and accurate answers for all your questions and queries.
• At the quote stage of planning your move, our estimators have enough experience and knowledge that they can give you a very accurate assessment.
• They also offer handy tips and advice about packing, what you should take and what you may be best not taking and why.

Shipping to New Zealand - Get Your Quote Today

If you are ready to relocate and are interested in finding out just how much it will cost to move to New Zealand, we urge you to contact us today to receive a completely free, no-obligation quote from one of our team. They can discuss options with you to ensure you get the lowest price when shipping to New Zealand with PSS International Removals. For more information on some of the services we offer and to arrange for us to give you a quote, check out the following links:  

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