Pinnacle Removals are trusted European removals specialists providing professional services to help with your move to Malta. Our freight services cover all moves to and from Malta, offering a range of options and flexible delivery dates for complete peace of mind.
With an extensive fleet of high-capacity vehicles and trained removal specialists handling every stage of your move to Malta, you know your belongings will be in safe hands. Our International removals to Malta take advantage of regular shipping and road freight departures to deliver to Malta quickly and efficiently. Whether it be packing services, storage solutions or international moving advice, Pinnacle Removals will be with you every step of the way.
Malta has a way of making life feel brighter. The days are warm, the sea is close, and there’s an easy rhythm that quickly becomes familiar. The island’s strong community spirit and year-round sunshine make it a welcoming place to call home. Pinnacle Removals takes care of every detail of your relocation to Malta, making the move smooth and straightforward so you can settle in and start enjoying your new surroundings.
Pinnacle Removals provides a full range of relocation services to Malta, designed to make your international move as straightforward and stress free as possible. We offer competitive pricing without compromising on quality, using high-capacity vehicles that allow for shared or part-load transport to help keep your moving costs low while ensuring a reliable and efficient service.
The cost of removals to Malta will depend on the size of your shipment and the location of your new home. As a general guide, small moves using shared transport start from around £1,450, while a three-bedroom household move typically costs from about £5,800.
| Destination | Small Move | 1 bedroom | 3 bedroom | 4 bedroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malta | £1,459 | £2,376 | £5,814 | £9,010 |
Malta is a small Mediterranean nation known for its sunshine, historic charm and relaxed pace of life. Ancient sites like the Megalithic Temples and the underground Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum showcase the island’s deep history, while everyday life is shaped by a welcoming community and a vibrant mix of cultures. The economy is strong and diverse, with thriving industries in finance, iGaming, manufacturing, and tourism, making Malta a popular choice for professionals, families and retirees alike.
The cost of living is relatively affordable compared to many Western European countries, and English is widely spoken as an official language, which makes day-to-day life easy for UK nationals. With more than 3,000 hours of sunshine each year, a safe environment and a strong expat community, the island provides an appealing lifestyle for those seeking warmth, stability and a slower pace of life.
Whether you’re planning on moving to Sliema or Valletta, or any other part of Malta, Pinnacle Removals is here to assist you. Our comprehensive moving services ensure a seamless relocation to all areas in Malta including Cospicua and Msida with minimal disruption. With our skilled and knowledgeable team, we have the expertise to support you through any challenges posed by language barriers to ensure a stress-free experience, even if you’re moving to a remote location.
The team at Pinnacle Removals has over 50 years of experience in European relocations, making us a trusted name for international shipping and household moves to Malta. As proud members of the British Association of Removers (BAR), we work to the highest professional standards, ensuring your belongings are safe, secure and well cared for throughout the entire process. Each customer is supported by a dedicated Move Co-ordinator and experienced local partners who provide guidance at every stage, helping with storage, logistics, transport arrangements and customs procedures.
Every aspect of your move to Malta is handled by our skilled team, including professional packing, export wrapping and documentation support. We also assist with return relocations to the UK, offering the same level of attention and care to make the moving experience smooth, reliable and stress free.
Groupage services are a cost-effective option when moving a smaller volume of belongings and a dedicated shipment is not required. Items are professionally packed and consolidated with other consignments heading to Malta, helping to manage costs while still providing a reliable and carefully coordinated service.
This option works particularly well for apartment moves, partial household relocations, or situations where some flexibility around delivery timing is possible. Groupage is commonly used for moves to Malta where efficiency and value are important, without compromising on care or planning.
A full load service reserves transport space exclusively for your move, allowing your belongings to travel directly from collection through to delivery in Malta without sharing space with other consignments. This provides greater control over scheduling and simplifies the overall logistics.
Dedicated transport is well suited to complete household moves, families, or anyone working to a defined timeframe. The exclusive arrangement offers clarity, reliability, and added peace of mind for relocations to Malta.
The cost of moving to Malta is primarily determined by the volume of your belongings and the sea freight container space required.
Pricing depends on whether you require a Full Container Load (FCL) or a shared container (LCL), as well as your final delivery location, including Gozo or properties with restricted access.
We provide free home or video surveys to assess volume accurately and supply a quotation based on the full logistics of your move.
For sea freight removals, the typical door-to-door timeframe is 1 to 4 weeks, including packing, maritime transit and customs clearance with the Malta Customs Department.
Container schedules and port handling times are factored into your delivery estimate before booking.
If you require a faster option for smaller shipments, air freight usually arrives within 7 to 14 days, subject to customs processing.
Used household goods can normally be imported without paying the standard 18% Maltese VAT or customs duties when qualifying for Transfer of Residence relief.
Malta Customs generally requires proof that you have lived outside the EU for at least 12 consecutive months and have owned and used the items for at least six months prior to shipment.
The exemption applies to personal effects intended for continued use and does not cover commercial goods or items for resale.
To clear your shipment as personal property, you will typically need to provide:
Documentation is reviewed prior to shipment to minimise the risk of customs delays.
We offer two main sea freight options depending on the size of your move:
We advise on the most suitable option during your survey based on volume and timing.
Most used household goods can be shipped without issue, but certain items are restricted under EU import rules.
Inventories are checked before departure to ensure compliance with Malta Customs requirements.
Yes. Deliveries to Gozo involve an additional ferry transfer from the main island, which we coordinate as part of the overall logistics plan.
Access arrangements are confirmed during survey stage to ensure suitable delivery vehicles are scheduled.
Yes. If there is a delay between collection and delivery, we can arrange secure UK storage prior to shipment.
We can also coordinate approved storage facilities in Malta where required.
Delivery is then scheduled once your property is ready for access.
Yes, but UK nationals must apply for Maltese residency under the appropriate immigration scheme.
Residency status may be required when applying for duty-free import of household goods.
