International Removals to Egypt (2026)
Planning an international move to Egypt? Whether you are relocating to Cairo for a new posting, settling on the Mediterranean coast in Alexandria, or moving your family home to Giza, Flyto Relocation ships your household goods door-to-door from anywhere in Europe. We handle the sea or air freight, the export paperwork, and the coordination with vetted customs and delivery partners on the ground in Egypt, so you deal with one English-speaking coordinator from collection to delivery.
Egypt is a rewarding but bureaucratic destination for a household move. Customs clearance can be slow, documentation requirements are strict, and duty treatment depends on your visa status. That is exactly where an experienced European mover earns its keep: we get the details right before your shipment sails, so your belongings are not stuck on the quayside in Alexandria while paperwork is chased.
How Flyto works: European hubs, trusted Egyptian partners
Flyto is a European international mover with our own hubs across Northern, Central and Southern Europe. We are honest about our model: we do not run an office in Egypt. Instead, we consolidate and dispatch your shipment from our own European facilities and clear and deliver it through carefully vetted local partners in Egypt. One coordinator owns your move end to end, so nothing falls between two companies.
For most household moves to Egypt we ship by sea, routing to the main entry ports of Alexandria, Damietta or Port Said. Alexandria is the recommended port of entry for household goods thanks to its Mediterranean routes and broad carrier access, while Damietta and Port Said serve as major container and transshipment hubs. For smaller, urgent shipments we can move part or all of your consignment by air into Cairo. From the port or airport, your goods are cleared and delivered inland to Cairo, Giza, Alexandria or wherever you are settling.
Our removal services to Egypt
- Full container load (FCL) — a dedicated 20ft or 40ft container for whole-home moves, giving you the most control and the fastest clearance.
- Shared container / LCL groupage — you pay only for the space you use, ideal for flats, part-loads and smaller households.
- Door-to-door delivery — collection from your European address through to placement in your new Egyptian home.
- Professional packing — export-grade wrapping, materials and inventory, with fragile and part-packing options.
- Storage — secure short- or long-term storage at our European hubs if your Egyptian home or residence permit is not yet ready.
- Air freight — for essentials you need quickly into Cairo.
- Transit insurance — comprehensive marine cover so your belongings are protected in transit.
What a move to Egypt costs
Every international removal is priced individually, so we do not publish flat figures that would mislead. The main cost drivers for a move to Egypt are:
- Volume — the cubic metres you ship, and whether you fill a full container or share one.
- Origin and access — where in Europe you are collecting from, and whether stairs, long carries or a parking permit are needed.
- Sea versus air — sea is far more economical for full households; air is faster but priced by weight.
- Services — full packing, storage, insurance value and inland delivery distance in Egypt all affect the total.
- Customs duties and taxes — these depend heavily on your visa status and whether items are used or new (see below).
For an accurate, no-obligation quote based on your actual inventory and route, use our advisor and we will build the numbers around your move.
Customs, duties and paperwork in Egypt
Egyptian customs are administered by the Egyptian Customs Authority and the process can be slow and bureaucratic, so preparation matters. Key points to understand:
- Used personal effects relief. Used household goods and personal effects may qualify for relief from duty when they are genuinely for personal use, not for resale, and you can show ownership and prior use. This relief is tied to holding a valid residence permit or work visa. Anyone without a valid work visa or residence status can be required to pay full duties and taxes on the shipment.
- Licensed clearing agent. Import clearance must be handled through a licensed Egyptian customs broker. Flyto works with vetted local clearing partners who know the procedures at Alexandria, Damietta, Port Said and Cairo airport.
- Advance cargo registration. Shipments must be pre-registered through Egypt’s NAFEZA digital platform with an Advance Cargo Information (ACI) number before arrival. Cargo without ACI approval can be delayed or refused — we handle this for you.
- Physical inspection. Household shipments are subject to physical inspection at the port. You generally need to be in Egypt during clearance, though you do not have to attend the inspection in person.
- Restricted items. Some goods are restricted or prohibited (for example certain electronics quantities, alcohol, drones, satellite equipment and items deemed sensitive). We review your inventory in advance and flag anything of concern.
- Duties on new items and currency volatility. Duty rates on new goods vary widely by category, and duties are calculated in Egyptian pounds. Because the EGP exchange rate has been volatile, the effective duty payable on new items can shift. Treat any duty estimate as changeable and confirm the live position before you ship.
Visas and residence
Your immigration status is central to how your shipment is treated. To claim relief on used personal effects you normally need a valid work visa or residence permit in place. If you are moving for a job, your employer typically sponsors a work permit and residence visa; if you are retiring or joining family, a residence permit is the route. We will ask about your status early so your customs paperwork lines up with your entitlement — getting this wrong is the most common cause of unexpected duty bills.
Why choose Flyto for your move to Egypt
- Rated 4.9 from 500+ reviews — a track record built on getting complex international moves right.
- Honest hubs-plus-partners model — our own European facilities, vetted Egyptian clearance and delivery partners, and one coordinator across the whole chain.
- Fully insured, door-to-door — comprehensive transit cover and delivery into your new home, not just to a port.
- English-speaking coordination — clear communication throughout, so nothing is lost between countries or languages.
How long does a move to Egypt take?
Sea freight from European hubs to Egyptian ports typically takes around one to three weeks in transit, depending on the port, sailing schedule and whether you have a full or shared container. On top of the sea leg you should allow time for collection and packing in Europe, port handling, and customs clearance in Egypt, which can add one to several weeks given inspection and paperwork. For a whole-home LCL move, a realistic end-to-end window is often four to eight weeks. Air freight into Cairo is much faster for urgent items, usually a matter of days plus clearance. We give you a schedule specific to your route once we have your inventory and collection date.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to pay customs duty when moving to Egypt?
Used household goods and personal effects may be relieved of duty if you hold a valid residence permit or work visa and the goods are for your own use, not resale. Without valid residence or work status, full duties and taxes can apply. New items are treated differently and may attract duty.
Which Egyptian port will my shipment arrive at?
Most household goods enter through Alexandria, which is the recommended port for personal effects, though Damietta and Port Said are also used depending on routing. Air shipments arrive into Cairo.
Does Flyto have an office in Egypt?
No, and we are upfront about that. Flyto is a European mover with its own hubs across Europe. In Egypt we work through vetted local customs-clearance and delivery partners, coordinated by a single Flyto point of contact so your move stays seamless.
Can you move a whole house, or just a few boxes?
Both. We offer full container loads for whole-home moves and shared-container LCL groupage where you only pay for the space you use, which suits flats and part-loads.
How much will my move to Egypt cost?
It depends on your volume, origin, sea or air routing, services and customs treatment. We do not quote flat prices because they would be misleading — request a tailored quote and we will price your actual move.
What documents do I need for customs in Egypt?
Typically your passport and visa or residence permit, a detailed packing inventory, and shipment registration through the NAFEZA platform with an ACI number. Our local clearing partner confirms the exact list for your situation before you ship.
Get your Egypt removal quote
Ready to plan your move to Cairo, Alexandria or Giza? Talk to a Flyto relocation advisor for honest guidance and a tailored, no-obligation quote built around your inventory, route and timeline.
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