Moving abroad

New Zealand

Moving to New Zealand
Like Australia, New Zealand has a large UK expat population. It is one of the most popular retirement destination, and a major holiday destination. It is also one of Atlantic's main destinations for removals and shipping.

Atlantic International Movers provide a comprehensive removals, storage and shipping service to New Zealand. Services can include full packing and unpacking, insurance and storage at either end. Your move requirements will be discussed with one of our moving consultants, and every detail from the packing and collection through to delivery and unpacking will be agreed. Throughout your move, a move manager will ensure that everything goes to plan, and keep you informed of progress at all times.

Shipping is usually by dedicated container, part-load container or airfreight. New Zealand has complex customs and import regulations that apply to moves from the UK – please view this factsheet and talk to your relocation consultant for further information.

If you would like us to survey your possessions and provide a quotation to move to New Zealand please complete this simple form, or you can complete this online questionnaire and we can provide a quotation by email.

New Zealand
Immigration to New Zealand is a popular choice. New Zealand is a vibrant young country which boasts a high quality of life alongside its cultural positives. In New Zealand you are never more than two hours drive away from the sea. Trips to the coast can be a part of all New Zealanders’ daily lives.

New Zealand has strict laws governing moving with pets. Dogs and cats are generally allowed but other pets may be barred from your move to New Zealand. Abels provide advice on moving with pets here whilst New Zealand’s laws on the matter can be found in the links below. 

Whilst only slightly larger than the UK in terms of land area, New Zealand has a population density of 32 people per square mile at last count.

The beautiful, isolated North and South Islands of New Zealand are separated from their Australian neighbours by about 1,400 miles of South Pacific Ocean. Due to this surrounding ocean in moving to New Zealand you will benefit from a comfortable climate which is neither unbearably hot or cold.

New Zealanders are proud of their low crime rates, low unemployment levels and strong economy. Tourism and agriculture are the largest sectors of New Zealand’s employment.