Planning to Relocate to Germany?
Germany is one of Europe’s strongest economies, home to global companies and thriving industries including engineering, automotive, technology and finance. It offers excellent job opportunities, high wages, strong public services and a high standard of living, which is why hundreds of thousands of expats now call Germany home.
Whether you’re moving to Munich, Berlin, Frankfurt or a smaller city, we provide a complete UK–to–Germany removals service to make your move as smooth as possible.
With over 47 years’ experience and two generations of family involvement, Mr Shifter has carried out thousands of domestic and commercial relocations. Over 90% of our customers recommend us, and we bring this same level of service to every European move we handle.
How We Handle Your Goods When Moving to Germany
International moves involve more regulation than a standard UK removal, particularly when it comes to customs, packing and documentation. To protect your belongings and keep everything compliant, we:
Provide a full packing service
Our team professionally pack your belongings and compile a detailed box-by-box inventory. This helps avoid prohibited items being shipped and reduces the risk of delays at customs.
Wrap and seal all furniture
Furniture is wrapped in blankets and sealed from the moment it leaves your home until it reaches your new property. This improves security, reduces the risk of tampering and makes it easier to confirm the condition of items on arrival.
Plan schedules in advance
Your surveyor will talk you through packing dates, collection, transit times and delivery windows so you know exactly how the move will run.
Our goal is to keep your relocation to Germany organised, compliant and as stress-free as possible.
Preparing for Your Move to Germany
Over 250,000 Brits now live in Germany, with many choosing major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt and Hamburg. Whether you’re relocating for work, family or a fresh start, preparing early will make your move abroad far smoother.
We can guide you through:
- What to take with you and what to store or leave behind
- Preparing essential documents, inventories and customs information
- Coordinating move dates around key exchange or handover times
- Options for storing items in the UK if your German property isn’t ready
Our team is on hand throughout the process, so you feel supported from the first enquiry right through to final delivery.
Regular Services to Germany
We operate regular removal services between the UK and Germany throughout the year, including:
- Dedicated full-household removals
- Shared-load / part-load services
- Single-item transport
- Commercial and office relocations
- UK storage before or after your move
With 47 years of experience, local knowledge and a fleet of purpose-built furniture trucks and medium/large removals vans, we’re a reliable choice for your move to Germany or anywhere in mainland Europe.
Over 47 Years of Removals Experience
We’ve been providing professional removals services for over 47 years. Starting with a single small transit van, we’ve grown to:
- 5 purpose-built furniture trucks
- 4 medium and large removals vans
- A secure storage facility with breathable wooden containers
This history reflects our commitment to careful handling, investment in equipment and long-term customer relationships.
Professionally Trained Staff
Popular Relocations in Germany
- Munich
- Düsseldorf
- Frankfurt
- Berlin
- Hamburg
- Nürnberg
- Stuttgart
- Bremen
- Cologne
- Essen
- Bonn
- Regensburg
- Heidelberg
- Freiburg
- Hannover
- Mannheim
- Dresden