Removals to Italy from the UK: Costs & Customs 2026

Last updated: 23 October 2026

From a farmhouse in Tuscany to a flat in Milan, removals to Italy are a long road trip, about 1,000 to 2,000 miles. Most moves go by road through France and the Alpine tunnels, with ferries to Sicily and Sardinia. Since Brexit, customs paperwork matters too. Here is what removals to Italy cost in 2026 and how it works.

Removals to Italy: typical costs in 2026

Destination	2–3 bedroom house (full load)	Part load (about 200–400 cu ft)	Typical transit (full load)
Milan, Lombardy, Lake Como	£3,000–£4,800	£1,200–£2,200	3–4 days
Piedmont, Liguria	£3,000–£4,800	£1,200–£2,200	3–4 days
Tuscany, Umbria, Le Marche	£3,300–£5,200	£1,300–£2,400	3–5 days
Rome, Lazio, Abruzzo	£3,500–£5,500	£1,400–£2,500	4–5 days
Puglia, Calabria, Campania	£3,800–£6,000	£1,500–£2,800	4–6 days
Sicily, Sardinia	£4,200–£6,800	£1,700–£3,200	5–8 days

Indicative prices. Hilltop villages, narrow lanes and historic centres with traffic restrictions (ZTL) often need a smaller shuttle vehicle.

Aerial view of the sea at sunset — Moves to Sicily and Sardinia include a ferry crossing from the mainland.

Access: the hidden cost of Italian removals

Many Italian homes are in places large lorries can’t reach:

ZTL zones: limited traffic zones in historic centres need permits for vehicles.
Hill towns: steep, narrow lanes mean goods are moved into a small van (a shuttle).
Stairs and lifts: older palazzi often have no lift, and an external furniture lift may be needed.
Country roads: farmhouses at the end of unmade roads may need a 4×4 or a smaller vehicle.

Send your mover photos and a map pin of the access before you get a quote.

Customs after Brexit

Household goods moving from Great Britain to Italy count as an import into the EU.

Relief for transfer of residence: used belongings you have owned for over six months can usually enter free of duty and VAT.
Documents: an inventory, your passport, your Italian residence certificate or a declaration of intent to reside, your codice fiscale and proof of your UK residence
Timing: goods should normally arrive within 12 months of your move.
Second homes: relief may also apply with conditions, so check before you book.

Vehicles loading onto a ro-ro ship — Most removals to Italy travel by road through France and the Alps.

Residency and the codice fiscale

Before you move, get your codice fiscale (Italian tax code) from an Italian consulate or the local Agenzia delle Entrate. After arrival, register your residence (residenza) at the town hall (comune). Both are needed for customs relief, utilities and healthcare.

Tips for a smooth move

Get three quotes from companies with regular Italian runs.
Share access photos with each remover.
Ask about storage if your Italian purchase completes late.
Use a part load for smaller moves, as it can cost half the price.
Check the insurance, especially for fragile antiques.

Read our Guide du déménagement international, plus moving to Italy from the UK for visas, healthcare and the cost of living.

Foire aux questions

How much do removals to Italy cost?

A 2–3 bedroom house typically costs £3,000–£6,800 for a full load, depending on the region.

How long does a removal to Italy take?

A full load usually takes 3–6 days from collection, or up to about 8 days to Sicily or Sardinia.

Do I pay import duty on furniture moving to Italy?

Usually not, if you qualify for transfer of residence relief and provide the right documents.

What is a ZTL?

A limited traffic zone in an Italian historic centre that needs a permit for vehicles.

Do I need a codice fiscale to move to Italy?

Yes. You need the Italian tax code for customs, utilities, banking and healthcare.

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