Removals to Philippines | Simpsons International Removals

The Move

The Philippines welcomes returning residents warmly, and the paperwork reflects that.

Whether you are a returning Filipino resident or relocating for the first time, we ship household goods across the Philippines regularly. Returning residents in particular can benefit from duty-free privileges worth understanding before you book.

Sea freight suits a full household, and air freight covers anything you would rather have on arrival.

Popular destinations we ship to

ManilaCebuDavaoQuezon CityBoracayPalawan

Typical Transit Times

Sole-use container6–8 weeks

Shared (groupage) container8–10 weeks

Air freight1–2 weeks

Times shown are to port. Please allow additional time for Philippine customs clearance on arrival. We recommend booking 2 to 4 months ahead of your move date.

Your options

Choose the right way to ship

Every move to Philippines is different, so we shape the service around yours.

Sea · Sole-use

Your own 20ft or 40ft container

Your belongings travel alone, packed and sealed at your door and not opened again until they reach you. The fastest and most secure sea option.

Best for: full household moves

Sea · Shared

Groupage / part-load container

Your goods share container space with other shipments on the same route, splitting the cost between several moves. Slightly longer transit, but excellent value.

Best for: smaller moves, flexible budgets

Air Freight

Fast-track for essentials

Air freight suits the things you need soon after you land, such as documents, clothing and everyday items. It arrives in a fraction of the time.

Best for: essentials & smaller shipments

Excess Baggage

A few boxes or suitcases

Not moving a whole household? Our excess baggage service is a simple, affordable way to send personal items and smaller consignments overseas.

Best for: light movers & students

Good to know

Returning residents can benefit from real duty-free privileges

Qualifying returning residents, often called balikbayans, can bring used household goods into the Philippines free of duty under set conditions. We help you confirm your eligibility and prepare the paperwork well ahead of time.

Balikbayan privilege

Qualifying returning residents can bring used household goods in free of duty.

Electronics allowances

Duty-free electronics are limited by quantity, and extras beyond these can attract charges.

Restricted items

Firearms and certain foods cannot travel in a standard household shipment.

Inventory & valuation

A detailed, valued inventory is required for Bureau of Customs clearance.

★★★★★

Moving back home after fifteen years abroad felt daunting, but Simpsons explained our balikbayan privileges clearly and the whole process went smoothly.

Illustrative example · UK to Manila, Philippines

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