Cargo from United Kingdom to Turkey
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End-to-End Cargo Shipping from the United Kingdom to Turkey
Neva Logistics orchestrates groupage shipping, oversized transport, full truck loads (FTL), personal-effects removals, dedicated air freight and fast express delivery from London, Manchester, Birmingham, Liverpool and Bristol to Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Bursa and Antalya. Leveraging daily road departures and multiple weekly freighters, we deliver a seamless door-to-door freight forwarding UK → Turkey service with customs clearance, insurance and live tracking included.
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What We Ship from the UK to Turkey
Our consolidated and full-load services cover every major product line—exported under one roof and pre-cleared through HMRC CDS and the Turkish Ministry of Trade Gümrük.
Why Choose Neva for UK → Turkey Freight
Bi-national hubs
Strategic warehouses near London Gateway & Istanbul Airport ensure faster cross-docking.
Dual customs desks
In-house brokers file UK export & Turkish import entries ahead of departure.
Daily air uplift
Consolidations ex-Heathrow to IST, SAW & ESB with IATA-compliant screening.
All-risk insurance
Cargo valued at up to £2 million covered with Lloyd’s of London insurers.
Transit Times & Shipping Costs to Turkey
| Service | Transit Time | Indicative Cost* | Typical Cargo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air freight (≥ 50 kg) | 1-2 business days | £6.00 – £8.00 / kg | Urgent spares, high-value electronics |
| Groupage pallet (120×80 cm, ≤ 250 kg) | 5-7 days door-to-door | £300 – £350 / pallet | E-commerce stock, packaged parts |
| Full truck load (13.6 m tautliner) | 4-6 days door-to-door | £3 500 – £4 200 per truck | Bulk production, oversized items |
*Prices are the upper end of current market rates (July 2025) and include fuel & security surcharges. Request a tailored quote for exact costs.
Import Duties & Taxes in Turkey
📦 Personal belongings
Used household goods can qualify for Gümrük Muafiyeti (duty relief) when supported by a residence permit and packing list.
- Duty: 0 %
- VAT: 0 %
- Docs: passport, residence permit, inventory
🏢 Commercial shipments
Goods originating in the UK attract duties under the UK-Turkey FTA’s preferential tariff schedule. Non-qualifying items pay duties up to 20 % plus VAT at 18 % on the CIF value.
- Duty: 0-20 % (commodity-code dependent)
- VAT: 18 %
- Excise: tobacco, alcohol, fuels
Full tariff data is available via the Turkish Customs “Tariff Nomenclature” tool here.
Frequently Asked Questions: UK → Turkey
What documents do I need for Turkish import?
Commercial invoice, packing list, CMR/bill of lading, ATR 1 or EUR 1 (for preferential duty), and import declaration lodged via the Turkish single-window.
How long does road freight take?
Full truck loads typically reach Istanbul in 4-6 days; groupage pallets add 1-2 days for consolidation.
Can you ship oversized machinery?
Yes—low-bed trailers with permits for Turkey (K 1 & K 3) handle cargo up to 3.2 m width / 4.1 m height.
Which airports receive air cargo?
Primary gateways are Istanbul Airport (IST), Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) and Ankara Esenboğa (ESB).
Is cargo insurance mandatory?
Not legally, but we strongly recommend all-risk cover, especially for high-value electronics and temperature-sensitive goods.
Client Reviews: UK → Turkey Shipments
“Our automotive components left Birmingham on Monday and were on our Istanbul assembly line by Friday—fantastic coordination.”
🚗 Ahmed T., Birmingham → Istanbul
“Needed an express air shipment of medical devices—Neva got them from Heathrow to Ankara overnight and handled all paperwork.”
💉 Sarah L., London → Ankara
“We relocated from Manchester to Izmir—personal effects arrived intact and on time, with zero customs hassle.”
🏠 James & Aylin, Manchester → Izmir
