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REMOVALS TO UAE AND DUBAI

Decades of experience in UK to UAE and Dubai moves

For secure, professional, and specialist international removals, choose Matthew James. We move thousands of happy customers to Dubai and the UAE each year without so much as a bump in the road.

• Your own Move Manager
• Fully trained and vetted staff
• Family business for four generations
• Free home or virtual survey
• IAM, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & 45001 accredited
• Superior quality packing materials
• Fully electronic inventories
• Depots in the UK, Madrid, Barcelona & Malaga

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• Your own Move Manager
• IAM, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & 45001 accredited
• Fully trained and vetted staff
• Free home or virtual survey
• Family business for four generations
• Superior quality packing materials
• Fully electronic inventories
• Depots in UK, Madrid, Barcelona & Malaga

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Plan your move to the UAE with Matthew James

Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah or anywhere else in the UAE: we tailor every move to your destination, timescale and requirements. From complete household relocations to smaller moves, our experienced team will help you choose the most suitable service and guide you through every stage of your move.

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International Groupage

Our International Groupage service is a cost-effective way to safely move your goods overseas. Your costs are minimised by sharing the container with other clients’ consignments, meaning you also share the costs. All consignments enjoy our Platinum Service as standard, meaning they are expertly packed, wrapped and electronically inventoried, to ensure their safe arrival. It’s an excellent service for movers with more flexible dates who require the excellent Matthew James service performed in the most cost-effective way.

FCL Full Container Load

Our FCL (Full Container Load) service offers you the exclusive use of a dedicated shipping container, ensuring your goods are securely packed, handled with the utmost care, and transported directly to your destination. Every item is expertly packed, platinum wrapped and electronically inventoried for complete transparency and peace of mind. By minimising both transit time and handling, our FCL service provides a faster, safer and more efficient shipping solution tailored to your needs.

Air Freight

When time is of the utmost importance, our Airfreight service is the perfect solution for transporting smaller consignments quickly and efficiently. Enjoy faster delivery times, with most shipments arriving anywhere in the world within just 14–21 days. Each item is carefully platinum-wrapped, expertly packed and fully electronically inventoried by Matthew James, for complete security and peace of mind. Your belongings are flown directly to your required destination before being handled by one of our trusted partners, ensuring a smooth, safe, and swift delivery every time.

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How it works

We create an electronic inventory and label every item with a unique QR code.
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Each item is scanned onto our vehicle and returned to our secure warehouse.
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Your consignment is consolidated with other shipments for the same destination.
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We load each customer’s goods separately into your shared container, scanning the QR codes off as we go. Your container is then shipped by one of our trusted international partners.
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Upon arrival, your shipment is unloaded into our partner’s warehouse, ready for customs clearance.
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Our partner completes your delivery to your new home, closely following your instructions.
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We create an inventory and label every item with a unique QR code
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Each item is scanned into the vehicle and returned to our warehouse
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Your consignment is consolidated with other shipments for the same destination
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We load each shipment separately into the container, checking the QR codes as we go
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The container is shipped by one of the world’s largest shipping lines
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At destination, your shipment is unloaded into our agent’s warehouse for customs clearance
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Our agent delivers to your new home in accordance with your instructions
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Trusted, acclaimed and accredited International Removals to UAE & Dubai

When it comes to the aspect of your move that is outside of Europe, we only arrange for the most trusted of our partners to handle your goods.

From the shipping companies to local assistance, we only enlist the help of companies with whom we have built strong and firm relationships over our decades of operation.

We wouldn’t put our good reputation at risk without doing our due-diligence and ensuring our partners understand and share our company ethos and dedication to an immaculate customer experience.

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Our Platinum wrapping and packing service, included in the cost of your move to the UAE and standard in all international moves

When you choose Matthew James, you feel safe in knowing that your treasured possessions are safe with us, regardless of whether they are high in sentimental value or financial.

With a bespoke, purpose-built removals fleet and a team of in-house removals specialists dedicated to the careful handling and safe transport of every item, you can rely on our team to look after your move, whether it is big or small.

Our Platinum package comes as standard on all our international moves, meaning your goods will receive a full packing, wrapping and electronic inventorying service. Any especially precious items will be placed into a custom made wooden crate.

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Why choose Matthew James for your move to Dubai or the UAE

Moving to the UAE is a significant step, and choosing the right removals company can make all the difference. With four generations of experience, dedicated Move Managers and the majority of our work carried out by our own teams, we provide a personal service from your first enquiry through to delivery.

Free home or virtual survey

We provide a free survey in order to build a bespoke quote tailored to your requirements. We can either visit you in person at your home, or if you prefer, we can conduct a virtual survey online.

Your own Move Manager

Upon your first contact, you will be allocated your own Move Manager who will oversee your move from start to finish. This gives you a personal touch and helps you with anything you may need along the way.

Family firm for four generations

With Ann, in her 80s, completing day-to-day quality assurance checks, Matthew and his sister Rachel as directors overseeing the smooth running of the operation, Owen, Matthew’s son on the frontline in Europe and, finally, Owen’s son Rowan showing a keen interest in trucks, the Matthew James passion is stronger than ever!

Subcontracting?

We are one of the few companies who can safely say that the vast majority of our work is handled in-house by our own crews. Your move will not be outsourced to the cheapest provider, meaning your move remains in our control, every step of the way.

We’re proud to be accredited and industry-regulated

From anywhere in the UK to your new home in Dubai or elsewhere in the UAE

Regular Removals to UAE & Removals to Dubai

At Matthew James Removals we offer regular removals to Dubai and the UAE, no matter the time of year. From dedicated international removals via the sea, faster movements via airplane or shared groupage containers, we can guarantee a removal service that meets your requirements. Our expertise, know-how, and local knowledge make us the obvious choice for moving to Dubai.

Recognition

Our company has been accredited to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001. We are members of IAM (International Association of Movers), the world's largest trade association for the global removals industry, and of the Furniture & Home Improvement Ombudsman.

Our storage facilities in Europe

All of our depots in the UK and Spain offer fully containerised storage facilities in modern and secure warehouses. Shared-loads are consolidated at our depots in the UK and Spain for onwards transport to all of Europe and even beyond to the rest of the world.

Insurance

We can arrange a bespoke insurance policy aligned with your Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum service, to ensure that your treasured possessions are covered in the unlikely event of an accident occurring. Please speak to your designated Move Manager who can guide you through this process and advise you accordingly.

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Reasons to relocate to UAE

Moving to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a decision made by thousands of expats every year. In fact, around 88% of the people in the UAE are expats, with native Emiratis making up just 11–12% of the population. There are various reasons why so many people, including many Brits, are attracted to a new life in the UAE. The luxurious lifestyle, job opportunities and lack of personal income tax on salaries are just some of the incentives for choosing to start a new life in this thriving federation.fortune+1

The UAE is made up of seven emirates: Abu Dhabi (the capital), Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm al‑Quwain, Ras al‑Khaimah and Fujairah. Each emirate has its own ruler and some local regulations, but most major laws (including labour and immigration rules) are set at federal level. Dubai and Abu Dhabi are far and away the two most popular emirates for work and housing, but it’s worth researching the different opportunities and costs in each of them. While there is no personal income tax on salaries, the UAE does have 5% VAT and some excise taxes, so you will pay tax on many goods and services you buy.

The landscape of the UAE consists of approximately 90% desert, with some mountainous terrain, especially in the north. All of that sand is great for sandboarding and desert safaris, but there are plenty of green spaces to be found in the cities. The UAE is known for its sweltering heat during the summer months, when temperatures can approach 50°C. Nearly all buildings, and even many bus stops, benefit from air conditioning, especially in the modern apartments that make up the majority of accommodation in the UAE.

Arabic is the official language of the UAE, but English is still widely spoken, and most expats get by with English alone, though it’s always worth picking up a few Arabic phrases. As a UK citizen with a full British passport, you’re eligible for a free visa on arrival in the UAE, allowing a stay of up to 90 days within any 180‑day period for tourism or visiting. If you intend to stay longer and work in the UAE, you’ll need a work/residence permit sponsored by an employer or obtained through a qualifying freelance or investor route. Entry requirements can change, so check current guidance before you travel.

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Planning your move to Dubai or the UAE?

From your first enquiry through to delivery, our experienced team is here to answer your questions and help you prepare for your move. Request a detailed quotation and discover the most suitable options for your relocation to Dubai or anywhere in the UAE.

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Removals to Dubai FAQs

UK passport holders currently get a 90-day visa on arrival, free of charge. If you’re moving permanently or plan to work in the UAE, you’ll need a longer-term visa or work permit arranged in advance, requirements can change, so check current guidance before you travel.

Groupage means sharing a container with other customers’ consignments heading to the same destination, which usually costs less, but your collection and delivery dates depend on when the container is full. FCL gives you exclusive use of a dedicated container, so your goods travel alone and the dates are more fixed. Air freight is the fastest option, suited to smaller consignments where time matters most.

It depends on the service and route. Air freight is fastest, groupage and full container moves by sea take longer since timing depends on the destination and shipping schedules. Your Move Manager will confirm a realistic window for your specific move before you commit.

Yes, we can arrange a bespoke insurance policy aligned with your packing service tier, so your possessions are covered in the unlikely event of an accident. Your Move Manager can talk you through the right level of cover for your move.

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