Moving from the UK to Romania
Romania is a growing UK–Europe moving destination, with returning nationals and relocating professionals heading to Bucharest, Cluj-Napoca, Timisoara, Brasov and Iasi. It is one of the longer European road moves, crossing several countries, so plan for longer transit times.
How Much Does It Cost to Move from the UK to Romania?
| Home size | Shared load | Dedicated vehicle |
|---|---|---|
| Studio / 1-bed | £1,700 – £3,400 | £2,700 – £4,700 |
| 2-bed | £2,400 – £4,400 | £3,700 – £6,200 |
| 3-bed | £4,000 – £7,200 | £5,800 – £9,500 |
| 4+ bed | £5,800 – £10,000 | £8,000 – £13,000 |
Prices include packing, the Channel crossing, multi-country transport and delivery.
What affects the price
- Distance — Romania is around 2,000–2,400 km by road, crossing several borders.
- Volume — the main driver.
- Mountain and rural access — Transylvania and rural towns can add transport time.
How Long Does It Take?
| Service | Typical transit |
|---|---|
| Dedicated vehicle | 4 – 7 days |
| Shared / part load | 2 – 4 weeks |
Customs & Paperwork After Brexit
- Detailed valued inventory.
- Transfer of residence relief — used household goods can usually be imported duty- and VAT-free when you move your main home to Romania, if owned for at least 6 months.
- Customs declaration handled by your remover.
- CNP / proof of residence and ID support the process.
Visas & Residency
UK citizens need the appropriate residence/work permit for stays beyond 90 days. After arrival you apply for residency and receive a CNP (personal numeric code) used across tax, healthcare and administration. Check current rules with the Romanian General Inspectorate for Immigration and GOV.UK.
Popular Destinations
- Bucharest — capital, business and services.
- Cluj-Napoca — tech and university hub.
- Timisoara — western city, closer to the EU core.
- Brasov & Transylvania — scenery and lower costs.
The Moving Process Step by Step
- Book a video survey; get 3 itemised quotes from movers with Romania experience.
- Prepare your inventory and proof of residence.
- Declutter and pack.
- Collection in the UK and Channel crossing.
- Multi-country road transport into Romania.
- Delivery in Romania.
- Apply for residency and your CNP.
How to Save Money
- Declutter hard — the distance makes volume costly.
- Use shared load / groupage with flexible dates.
- Avoid peak summer slots.
- Combine with other consignments heading east.
Choosing an International Remover
Use BAR Overseas / FIDI members experienced with eastern European routes and customs, with transit insurance and clear pricing. Benchmark the UK leg with our calculator and read the international moving costs guide.