Importing Your Personal Effects
Greece and its islands have always been a popular European destinations for UK citizens looking to move overseas. Consequently Britannia has been providing an excellent shipping service to this location for many years. Household and personal effects can be transported to Greece in various ways; overland by road van, by sea containers or by air.
Custom clearance/documentation
Greece is a full member of the EU and although the custom clearance situation is generally more relaxed certain documentation is still required dependant on the method of shipment. Britannia will advise you of the requirements prior to your move.
Prohibitions and Restrictions
In general it is in your interest not to import the following items:
- Firearms & ammunition
- Inflammable goods & substances
- Plants & plant material
- Foodstuffs, perishables or otherwise
- Alcohol, narcotics and dangerous goods
- Offensive material
Transit Times
Transit times can vary subject to the method of transport chosen, size of your consignment and the final destination. Britannia will advise you once this information is established.
Computer Tracking
Through satellite and computer technology we are able to monitor the progress of your consignment.
Bar Coding
All Groupage consignments will be bar coded before they are loaded into the shipping container. This will ensure that no items are left at origin.
Domestic Pets
Britannia can recommend a specialised shipper of animals to assist you in sending your family pet(s) from home to home. They will coordinate all documentation and necessary veterinary procedures.
Motor Vehicles
There are few countries outside the EU where it is practical or possible to send motor vehicles. Britannia will be able to guide you further on this.
Britannia In Greece
Britannia has established a long standing and successful relationship with a network of dedicated removers who will assist you with your destination services. Their full contact details will be sent to you prior to the forwarding of your consignment. Our agents are part of our extended Britannia family and we meet with them on a regular basis to ensure high standards of service are maintained.
Storage
Should you require storage prior to delivery this can be arranged. You should expect to pay locally a one off storage handling fee, plus a monthly storage charge. Please ensure that your marine insurance policy is extended for the period of the storage.
Insurance
Britannia Movers International is regulated by the Financial Services Authority and accordingly is authorised to provide fully comprehensive marine insurance cover. An insurance pack will be forwarded to you if requested.
Destination Services
If you have selected a full door to door service Britannia will deliver the goods to your new home. Goods will be placed in the relevant rooms. All furniture will be unwrapped and cartons packed by Britannia will be unpacked to a flat surface and all used packing materials will be removed from site on the delivery day.
Although there will be insurance implications you retain the right not to have some or all items unpacked should you choose.
Alternative destination services are available subject to final destination and method of transport, Britannia can advise you of the options available.
On Arrival
Britannia can offer advice and information on a variety of aspects relating to living in Greece.
