Cargo from Germany to United Kingdom
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Cargo Shipping from Germany to the United Kingdom – Air, Road & Express
Neva Logistics organises air freight, express delivery vans, groupage transport and full truck loads for companies and private shippers moving goods from Berlin, Hamburg, Munich, Frankfurt am Main or Stuttgart to London, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow or Bristol. Our door-to-door service covers the whole Germany → UK corridor, including customs clearance, certified packing, cargo insurance and live tracking. Whether you need same-day air freight Germany to UK, cost-efficient groupage shipping, secure oversized cargo transport or a dedicated full truck load via the Channel Tunnel, we deliver safely and on time.
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What Cargo We Ship from Germany to the UK
From Bavaria’s high-tech plants to the Port of Hamburg’s export hubs, we move every type of freight and pre-clear it through Zoll and the UK’s HMRC CDS.
Why Choose Neva Logistics
One contact, one invoice, complete visibility – a turnkey solution for every load size and speed requirement.
Brexit-ready clearance
T1 transit, GVMS border codes and CDS import entries filed in advance.
Express & economy
From two-driver sprinter vans to economy groupage, pick the speed that fits.
Cargo security
GDP cool chain, ISPM-15 crates, shock sensors & full insurance cover.
Transit Time & Shipping Costs Germany → UK
| Service | Weight/Volume | Transit Time* | Typical Cost (max) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air freight | ≥ 50 kg chargeable | 1–2 working days | € 6.0 / kg |
| Groupage pallet | 1 EU pallet (≤ 250 kg, 1.2 × 0.8 m) | 4–6 working days | € 260 / pallet |
| Full truck load (FTL) | 13.6 m trailer (33 pallets / 24 t) | 2–4 working days | € 2 400 / truck |
*Transit times quoted door-to-door, subject to booking cut-off and traffic.
Import Duties & Taxes in the UK
📦 Personal belongings
Relocating families may claim Transfer of Residence (ToR 1) relief for used household goods.
- 🔹 Duty: 0 % once ToR 1 approved
- 🔹 VAT: 0 %
- 🔹 Docs: ToR 1 ref, passport, packing list
🏢 Commercial cargo
EU-origin goods meeting rules of origin enter duty-free; otherwise the UK Global Tariff (0–12 %) applies plus 20 % VAT on CIF.
- 🔹 Duty: 0 % for qualifying EU goods
- 🔹 VAT: 20 %
- 🔹 Excise: alcohol & tobacco subject to extra charges
Frequently Asked Questions: Germany → UK Shipping
Which documents are required for UK import?
Commercial invoice, packing list, CMR / airwaybill, T1, CDS import entry and your GB EORI.
How fast is express van delivery?
Door-to-door Berlin → London in 24–30 hours with two drivers and live GPS.
Can you handle refrigerated pharmaceuticals?
Yes, GDP-certified reefer trailers and active air containers with temperature logs.
Are there items I cannot ship?
We cannot carry weapons, narcotics, counterfeit goods, endangered species or ADR class 1 explosives.
Is tracking available for all services?
Every shipment receives a tracking ID with milestone alerts by email, SMS or API.
Do I need cargo insurance?
We recommend all-risk marine cover for fragile or high-value goods. We arrange policies with global underwriters.
Client Reviews: Germany → UK Shipments
“CNC line from Stuttgart reached Manchester in 72 h, crated and delivered straight to our factory floor.”
🏭 Lars P., Stuttgart → Manchester
“Pharma pallets stayed at +2 °C all the way Hamburg → Heathrow. Impressive temperature reports.”
💊 Sabine K., Hamburg → London
“Relocation boxes from Berlin arrived in Glasgow intact, drivers very helpful with unloading.”
🏠 Anna & Tom, Berlin → Glasgow
“Express van collected on Friday Munich, delivered Monday morning London – outstanding.”
🚚 Oliver S., Munich → London
