International Removals to Israel (2026)
Moving your home to Israel is a big step, whether you are settling in the coastal energy of Tel Aviv, the history and quieter pace of Jerusalem, or the port-city practicality of Haifa. Flyto Relocation is a European international mover that ships household goods to Israel by sea and air, door to door, with one English-speaking coordinator looking after your move from collection in Europe all the way to your new front door. This page explains honestly how we work, what a move to Israel involves, and how customs treats new immigrants and work-visa holders very differently, so you can plan with confidence.
Why Flyto for a move to Israel
We are not the cheapest man-with-a-van, and we do not pretend to be a local Israeli firm. What we are is a specialist European international remover with our own consolidation hubs across Northern, Central and Southern Europe. That means when you move from London, Berlin, Paris, Amsterdam, Madrid, the Nordics or almost anywhere in Europe, your goods are handled by our own network for the European leg, then shipped to Israel and cleared and delivered by carefully vetted local partners on the ground. You get the reassurance of a single point of contact, transparent planning and proper insurance, rather than a chain of strangers passing your life between them.
How Flyto works: hubs plus partners, one coordinator
Here is the honest version of our model, because it is also our biggest selling point. Flyto owns and operates hubs in Europe. We do not keep an office in Israel. Instead, we combine our European infrastructure with established, vetted destination partners in Israel who handle port clearance and final delivery. One Flyto coordinator manages the whole chain so you never have to chase separate companies in two countries.
For most household moves to Israel, goods travel by sea freight to the ports of Haifa or Ashdod, the two main entry points for personal effects. Faster or smaller consignments can move by air freight when timing matters more than cost. Your coordinator recommends the right mode based on volume, budget and how quickly you need your belongings.
Our services
We tailor the move to how much you are shipping and how much you want us to do:
- Full Container Load (FCL) — a dedicated 20ft or 40ft container for larger homes, typically the fastest and most secure option for a whole household.
- Less than Container Load (LCL) and groupage — you pay for the space you use and share the container with other consignments. Ideal for flats and part-loads.
- Door-to-door service — collection at your European home, export handling, shipping, customs support in Israel and delivery to your new address.
- Professional packing and materials — full or partial packing, export-grade wrapping, and inventory preparation for customs.
- Storage — secure short- or long-term storage in Europe or at destination if your dates do not line up.
What drives the cost
Every move is quoted individually, so rather than invent figures, here are the honest drivers that shape your price:
- Volume and weight — the single biggest factor; FCL versus LCL depends on how much you ship.
- Origin and access — where in Europe you are moving from, plus stairs, lift access and parking distance at both ends.
- Sea versus air — air is faster but considerably more expensive per cubic metre.
- Packing and services — full packing, dismantling and special crating for art or pianos add cost.
- Destination and port charges — terminal handling, wharfage and clearance fees at Haifa or Ashdod are separate from any customs duty relief.
- Insurance — comprehensive marine cover based on the declared value of your goods.
Customs and paperwork: your status changes everything
This is the part that surprises many people, so read it carefully. Israel Customs treats your shipment very differently depending on your immigration status, and getting the paperwork right before your goods sail is essential.
New immigrants (olim) under the Law of Return receive generous relief. If you make Aliyah, you gain Israeli citizenship and “oleh” benefits, including tax-free importation of household and personal effects. You must present your immigration booklet (Teudat Oleh) at clearance. The exemption typically allows up to three separate duty-free shipments within a three-year window from your Aliyah date, provided you owned the goods and lived abroad for at least a year beforehand.
Work-visa holders (for example a B/1 visa) are treated as temporary foreign residents. Rather than an automatic exemption, they may be required to post a bank guarantee or deposit, often arranged through the sponsoring employer or institution, which is released when the goods are eventually re-exported. In practice this means a work-visa move needs more forward planning and paperwork than an oleh move.
Regardless of status, a detailed, valued inventory is central to smooth clearance. Note too that the customs exemption covers duty and tax only — it does not remove separate port and terminal charges. Present both routes to Israel neutrally: Aliyah under the Law of Return leads to citizenship and oleh benefits, while a B/1 work visa keeps you as a temporary resident. Your coordinator will help you assemble the right documents for your situation, but immigration status decisions are yours to make with the relevant authorities.
One further note: regional security conditions and port operating status in Israel can vary. We always advise checking current, official government travel and shipping advice for your route close to your move date, and we keep you updated on any impact to schedules.
Why customers choose Flyto
Flyto Relocation holds a 4.9 rating from over 500 reviews, earned by doing the unglamorous parts well: clear communication, careful handling and honest timelines. Your shipment is fully insured, your coordinator speaks English, and because we run our own European hubs you deal with one accountable company rather than a loose chain of subcontractors. We tell you plainly what we handle ourselves and where our vetted Israeli partners take over — no marketing fog.
How long does it take?
Transit time depends mainly on your European origin and the shipping mode. Sea freight to Haifa or Ashdod from Western and Northern Europe generally takes a few weeks in transit, plus time for collection, packing, export handling, port processing and customs clearance at destination. LCL and groupage take longer than a dedicated FCL container because consignments are consolidated. Air freight is far quicker for the shipping leg but suits smaller loads. Your coordinator gives you a realistic door-to-door window once your volume, origin and paperwork are confirmed.
Frequently asked questions
Do you ship door to door from Europe to Israel?
Yes. We collect from your European home and deliver to your address in Israel, coordinating export, shipping and clearance through our vetted local partners, all managed by one Flyto coordinator.
Which Israeli ports do you use?
Household goods by sea normally enter through Haifa or Ashdod, the two main ports for personal effects. Air freight arrives via airport handling for faster, smaller shipments.
Can I get a customs exemption on my belongings?
New immigrants (olim) under the Law of Return can usually import household and personal effects duty-free by presenting a Teudat Oleh, subject to conditions. Work-visa holders may instead need to post a bank guarantee or deposit. We help you prepare either way.
FCL or LCL — which should I choose?
Choose FCL for a full house when you want the fastest, most secure option, and LCL or groupage for flats and part-loads where you pay only for the space you use. Your coordinator advises based on your inventory.
Is my shipment insured?
Yes. We arrange comprehensive marine insurance based on the declared value of your goods, and we recommend a full valued inventory to support both cover and customs.
Do you handle packing and storage?
Yes. We offer full or partial professional packing with export-grade materials, and secure short- or long-term storage in Europe or at destination if your dates do not align.
Get your personalised quote
Tell us where you are moving from, roughly how much you are shipping and your target dates, and we will build an honest, tailored plan for your move to Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Haifa or anywhere in Israel.
Start your Israel removal quote with a Flyto advisor