Moving overseas?.
Looking for moving services for an international move to or from Australia? Source competitive quotes from our pre-screened network to arrange your international relocation.
We know international moving better than anyone
Muval is Australia's favourite way to move! We've moved over 75,000 happy households.
Not only that, but 9.4/10 customers recommend Muval to their friends and family.
Expert removalists
A removalist truck and two men (depending on the size of your move) will come to collect and deliver your items.
Online booking
Save time calling other removalists for quotes. Find, compare and book your removalist online.
Dedicated service
Our experienced customer service team is available to assist you at every step of your move.
Protective covering
Your items will be protected with heavy blankets using moving industry best practices. These help prevent your items from damage.
Loading & unloading
Full service loading and unloading of the removal truck is included with every move. Packing services are available at extra cost.
Complimentary cover*
Receive $5,000 of complimentary cover on named items for added peace of mind.
*Only available for MuveXpress bookings.
Moving overseas
Moving house is challenging regardless of where your destination is. Navigating not only the logistics but also the added complexities of a move overseas, like visa's and new languages, is a huge task. Our international removalists can assist with moving you and your family more easily.
Start the conversation today with one of our dedicated move specialists and see how Muval can make your next international move easier for you and your family.
Call +61 1300 168 825 to get started.
Find international moving companies to or from Australia
Relocating internationally is a big move.
Luckily, we're here to assist at every step of the way.
Moving overseas for any reason is a major life event and a significant change. Muval's friendly team are here to help assist with all aspects of your move, source quotes and connect you with relevant service providers.
There are a number of important things to be aware of and take in to consideration when moving to a new country. Here are some of the main points from our experience:
- Culture Shock: Moving to a new country with a different norms and values can be overwhelming and stressful for many people. Be prepared to experience culture shock, which can manifest in feelings of disorientation, frustration, homesickness, and anxiety. Try to familiarise yourself with aspects of the culture as much as you can before relocating.
- Legal Requirements: Make sure you are aware of the legal requirements for living in the country, such as visa requirements, work permits, and residency permits. Failure to comply with these requirements can result in fines, deportation, or even imprisonment.
- Personal Safety: Research the crime rate and safety measures in the country you are moving to. Take precautions to ensure your personal safety, such as avoiding dangerous areas and securing your belongings.
- Cost of Living: The cost of living in another country may be significantly different from what you are used to, so it's important to budget accordingly. Research the cost of housing, transportation, food, and other expenses in the country you are moving to.
- Healthcare: Healthcare systems vary from country to country, so it's important to research the healthcare system of the country you're moving to. Determine if you will need health insurance or if you can access public healthcare. This is particularly important when moving from somewhere with a universal healthcare system like Australia to somewhere like the United States of America with a very privatised system.
- Support System: Moving overseas can be a lonely experience, particularly in the early days, so it's important to have a support system in place. This could include friends, family, or a local expat community. There are many expat communities that can be found through groups on Facebook that immigrants have found very helpful to build a community in the early days after moving.
- Mental Health: Moving abroad can be emotionally and mentally challenging. Make sure you take care of your emotional and mental health by seeking support when needed, engaging in activities that bring you joy, and staying connected with loved ones back home.
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Fast, efficient and friendly. The guys were fantastic will definitely recommend these movers to everyone. Extremely happy with our move.
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Called and got helped by JY (jay), very lovely and extremely helpful.
I recently hired this company for 2 moves in just 5 weeks one interstate and the other local. As someone who has never undertaken a move like this on my own, I was initially apprehensive and very nervous. However, I can't express enough how...
Angelo has been amazing, supporting me with providing options for my move. He's very attentive, efficient and knowledgeable. Highly recommend Angelo and thank you again for your help!
The movers that helped us was just brilliant. Packed everything both efficiently and with no damage. Couple of the hard to move pieces from the old property was done as well as it could possibly can. Worth spending the money for more time i...
I used Muval for the first time and found Grace to be fantastic she was very helpful from the first point of contact and explained everything to me I would definitely use them again thanks to Grace
very patient to answer all inquiries being raised. pleasant experienced. good customer service.
Anthony helped us with some quotes. He was efficient, clear and very helpful. We didnt end up using the service for unrelated reasons however the initial service I can vouch for as very good.
Jay is super passionate about his job. He has always been helpful and informative. Would highly recommend Muval to anyone who needs to relocate.
Jess from Muval was super helpful and replied to any questions I had. The whole move went very smoothly and cheaply.
Very friendly and efficient team, reliable and high-quality service. A great choice when you are looking for affordable and excellent moving service!
Thanks for the great service. We moved from Brisbane to Melbourne muval did a great job, it was stress free and very smooth move. Thanks
Sharon at Muval went above and beyond in trying to answer my needs with my move from Perth to Sydney. In the end I went with another company only because all of my specific needs were met. This decision did in no way retract from Sharon and...
Used Muval for interstate moving. Great service. Very friendly and they always try to understand your need and accommodate that. Surely recommend Muval.
Julius was extremely patient with me and very thorough in explaining everything.
Team were easy to deal with and extremely responsive.
Thorough and very helpful support team when booking!
Amazing service from Muval and especially Sharon. Prompt and professional.
Great experience with Michaela, full explanation made it easy for all stress about moving houses
Scheduling process was super easy. Emman took the time to understand my needs and provided all the information required for me to make a decision. Which I did and have booked it all in, ready for my move! Thankyou again for all your help!...
Thanks Muval, fast service and put me in touch with great removalists
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