Professional Removals to France Regal Moving & Storage

A part load sharing a lorry with other customers typically costs from £700 to £1,800, while a fully dedicated vehicle for a house move usually runs from £1,650 to £6,000+, depending on volume, distance to your French destination, and access at both ends. Sharing a vehicle can bring the cost down by around 30 to 50 percent compared with a dedicated van, but it means a wider delivery window. We confirm your exact price with a free, itemised quote after a survey, since every move is different.

Transit time depends on your pickup location, your destination in France, and whether you book a dedicated or shared service. Northern destinations such as Calais, Lille and Paris typically involve less driving distance than southern destinations such as Nice or Marseille, and shared loads take longer since the vehicle makes multiple stops along the route. We confirm an estimated delivery window as part of your quote.

You will typically need a valid passport, a detailed inventory of the goods being shipped, and proof that you are relocating your main home. Depending on your situation, you may also be able to apply for transfer of residence relief to reduce import duty and VAT, provided the application is made before your goods arrive in France. We handle the customs paperwork and will confirm exactly what applies to your move.

Yes, if you are relocating permanently, your vehicle will generally need to be registered with the French authorities, which involves getting a French registration certificate (carte grise) and, in many cases, a roadworthiness inspection. Your UK driving licence may need to be exchanged for a French one, depending on when it was issued and your nationality. We can transport your vehicle as part of your move.

Yes, your pet will need to be microchipped before or alongside a rabies vaccination, wait at least 21 days after vaccination before travelling, and travel with an animal health certificate issued by your vet no more than 10 days before you cross. Requirements can change, so we recommend confirming the latest rules with your vet before your move date.

Yes, Paris moves come with their own access challenges, such as narrow stairwells, pedestrian zones and parking restrictions in the older arrondissements. We plan permits, loading-bay access and delivery windows in advance as part of every Paris move.

Yes, we offer self storage, containerised storage and a collect-and-deliver service at our own Kent facilities, so you can bridge the gap between leaving your UK property and taking keys in France.

Yes, we are a member of the British Association of Removers (BAR) and hold BSI-certified ISO 9001 (Quality Management) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) certification. Our BAR membership includes the Advanced Payment Guarantee, which protects customer deposits and advance payments, covering circumstances such as the removal firm ceasing to trade before the move takes place. Full terms are available through BAR.