How long does shipping from Turkey to UK take?

Sea freight from Turkish ports (Mersin, Istanbul, Izmir) to UK ports (Felixstowe, Southampton) takes 14–20 days in transit. Add 3–7 working days for UK customs clearance. Air freight from Istanbul or Ankara to UK airports arrives in 3–5 days.

What documents are needed to import household goods to the UK from Turkey?

UK customs requires a detailed packing list, your passport, proof of your previous Turkish residence (such as utility bills or Turkish address registration), and an HMRC Transfer of Residence (ToR) relief application (TOR01 form). Barta Logistics manages all documentation preparation and submits the customs entry on your behalf.

How has Brexit affected shipping from Turkey to the UK?

Since 1 January 2021, all goods entering the UK from outside the UK — including from Turkey — require a full customs declaration. Household goods being imported as part of a residence transfer can qualify for Transfer of Residence (ToR) relief, which exempts them from import duty and VAT, provided you meet HMRC eligibility criteria.

Do I pay import duty on personal effects moving from Turkey to the UK?

Under HMRC's Transfer of Residence (ToR) relief, qualifying household goods and personal effects are exempt from UK import duty and VAT. To qualify, items must have been owned and used abroad for at least six months, and you must be transferring your normal place of residence to the UK. Our team applies for ToR relief on your behalf.

Which ports do you use for Turkey to UK shipments?

Turkish origin ports are Mersin (south), Ambarli/Istanbul (west), or Izmir (Aegean), depending on your pickup location in Turkey. UK arrival ports are Felixstowe or Southampton. We arrange collection from your Turkish address and delivery to your UK address.

Can I ship a vehicle from Turkey to the UK?

Yes. Vehicles can be shipped from Turkey to the UK via RoRo vessel. Post-Brexit, UK import duty and VAT apply to vehicles unless they qualify for ToR relief, which covers personal-use vehicles brought as part of a household removal. Contact us for a vehicle-specific quote.

Can I bring food items from Turkey to the UK?

The UK restricts the import of certain food items from outside the UK/EU, particularly meat, dairy, and fresh produce. Packaged and commercially produced foods are generally permitted in personal quantities. We recommend declaring all food items and allowing our team to advise you before shipping.

How do I get a quote for Turkey to UK shipping?

Use the Get a Quote button on this page. Our team responds within one business day with a fixed-price quote. We can arrange a video survey if you would like to show us the volume of goods before committing.

Shipping from Turkey to UK

Post-Brexit Import Specialists for Turkish Removals

Turkey to UK Shipping Services

Shipping from Turkey to the UK has changed significantly since Brexit. All goods entering the UK from Turkey — including household effects — now require a formal customs declaration under HMRC rules. Barta Logistics specialises in post-Brexit Turkish imports, ensuring your shipment clears UK customs without delays or unexpected charges.

We operate consolidated (LCL) and full container (FCL) services from Turkey's main ports — Mersin, Istanbul (Ambarli), and Izmir — to UK ports including Felixstowe and Southampton. Sea freight transit times are 14–20 days. Our team handles all Turkish export documentation and UK import customs clearance, including the HMRC Transfer of Residence (ToR) relief application that exempts qualifying household goods from UK import duty and VAT.

Barta Logistics is based in Birkenhead, Merseyside. Our bilingual English–Turkish team manages every stage from collection at your Turkish address to delivery at your UK door. We provide fixed-price quotes and have been operating UK–Turkey logistics routes for over two decades. Whether you are bringing a few boxes of personal items or an entire household, we handle it efficiently and transparently.

What's Included

Pre-move survey and itemised inventory in Turkey

Professional packing at your Turkish address

LCL (shared container) and FCL (full container) sea freight

Air freight for urgent or high-value shipments

Turkish export customs clearance

UK import customs clearance (post-Brexit)

HMRC Transfer of Residence (ToR) relief application

Door-to-door delivery across the UK

Temporary storage at UK destination

Marine cargo insurance

Turkey to UK Shipping — Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before shipping from Turkey to the UK.

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