MOVING TO CANADA
Helping people relocate from the UK to relocate to Canade
At 1st Choice Removals, we’ve helped thousands of families relocate from the UK to Canada whether for work, retirement, or a fresh start overseas. We’ll guide you through every step, from carefully packing your belongings in the UK to handling customs clearance when your shipment arrives in Canada, making your move as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Whether you’re heading to a city apartment in Toronto or a family home in Vancouver, our experienced team will support you all the way. Known for our care, professionalism, and expertise in UK moves, we bring that same dedication to international relocations. Over the years, 1st Choice Removals has built a reputation for reliability and trust, ensuring even the largest and most complex moves to Canada are handled seamlessly.
HOW WE HELP WITH YOUR MOVE TO Canadaa
PACKING SERVICE
CUSTOMS SUPPORT
CURRENCY EXCHANGE SERVICE
From the moment you get in touch, your dedicated relocation coordinator will create a personalised moving plan tailored to your timeline and budget. Our professional packers use high-quality, international-standard materials to carefully wrap, box, and crate everything from delicate heirlooms to bulky furniture, ensuring each item arrives safely. Once packed, your belongings travel under our full supervision, whether by air or sea, with real-time tracking and seamless door-to-door delivery to any address in Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal, or beyond.
Canada’s customs and border requirements can seem complex, but our in-house specialists handle everything for you. We complete import declarations, bills of lading, customs forms, and all necessary paperwork to ensure clearance is quick, smooth, and free of unexpected charges. For complete reassurance, we also offer fully underwritten marine and transit insurance, covering your possessions from the moment they leave your UK home until they are safely placed in your new Canadian property.
To make your transition even easier, we provide a range of additional services: secure climate-controlled storage if your new home isn’t ready; end-to-end pet relocation, including veterinary paperwork and import approvals; compliant vehicle shipping under Canadian Transport Agency rules; and practical visa and immigration guidance, with referrals to trusted Canadian migration specialists. With the logistics taken care of, you can focus on settling in and enjoying your exciting new chapter in Canada.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How can you help with my move to Canada
With decades of international removal experience, we handle every detail of your UK–Canada relocation. From visa advice and customs paperwork to professional packing, transport and delivery, our fully insured, door-to-door service takes the stress out of moving abroad.
We can even arrange competitive euro currency exchange for deposits, rent and day-to-day expenses. Get in touch for a free, no-obligation quote.
What customs paperwork is needed?
You’ll need a detailed inventory of all household goods and evidence of UK residency (e.g. utility bill or council tax statement). We handle the French import formalities, submit declarations on your behalf and advise on any duties or VAT that may apply.
How is my furniture protected during the move to Canada?
Every item is professionally packed, using sturdy, double-wall cartons for fragile goods and bespoke wooden crates for antiques or artwork.
We’re fully insured, so your belongings are covered from collection in the UK until delivery at your Canadian address.
Can you help with currency exchange?
Yes. We offer a dedicated currency exchange service for euros at competitive rates. You can arrange a one-off transfer for deposits and initial expenses, or set up regular payments for ongoing bills such as rent, utilities and mortgage instalments
