Moving to South Africa from the UK

Moving to South Africa

If you need the services of a reliable removal service from or to South Africa, make sure you choose Ark Relocation. As professionals in International removals to South Africa, your valuables are in expert hands.

From shared loads to full relocations, single items to baggage, allow Ark Relocation to take the hassle out of your moving adventure.

Common Moving Services To South Africa

Shipping abroad is often a complex process and every country has different local regulations and customs requirements. The costs involved for air freight or shipping are going to rely on the precise size (and in some cases the weight) of the consignment.

We suggest air freight when you need your furniture and valuables promptly. If you decide on shipping all or most of your effects, we suggest the option of dedicated containers for your home removal to South Africa.

Groupage Service (part load)

For a smaller shipment, we suggest our groupage service (part load) as a cost-effective and practical option. The price depends on the container size, service required, and cubic capacity. Part loads are shipped to our dedicated warehouse for loading and consolidation.

A fully-loaded container

Can be directly delivered to your new home when access allows. The export packaging services that we provide involve detailed inventories dedicated to customs. This service also includes “All Risk” Marine Insurance cover.

At Ark Relocation, we provide routine removal services both from and to South Africa. From single items to shared loads, or dedicated removals, we provide a service to match up to your requirements. Our know-how, specialist vehicles, expertise, and local knowledge, mean we should be your number one choice if you plan on moving to South Africa.

Living in South Africa

Spanning an area of more than 1.2m square kilometres, South Africa shares borders with Mozambique, Botswana, Namibia, Swaziland, and Zimbabwe. In addition to world-famous nature reserves, South Africa has several great cities including Johannesburg, Durban, Capetown, and Pretoria which is the biggest.

With a population of close to 57 million people, this country is steeped in languages, nationalities, religions, and different cultures. This is why moving to South Africa is regarded as a cosmopolitan country with people from across the globe choosing to make this their new destination of choice.

The low costs and higher standards of living attract several ex-pats that want their money to stretch further than it usually does in many other western countries.

Climate in South Africa

South Africa is also very popular due to its attractive climate. The Indian and Atlantic Oceans surround this country to the west, south, and east so ex-pats that move to South Africa can look forward to temperate and warm climates in just about every region. This is particularly true around the western areas and the Cape of this country where expatriates are forgiven if they think they have landed up in the Mediterranean.

UK citizens can take advantage of visiting South Africa for 90 days without the need for a visa. However, if you plan to visit for longer you will need a visa. For more information on how to apply for a visa, you can visit the South African Department of Home Affairs website.

Schooling is one of the mandates from the age of 7 to 15 in South Africa. There are various excellent state schools to choose from and many international schools located mainly in the bigger cities. For information relating to health, education, driver’s licences, and taxation refer to the South African government website.

Popular Destinations To Live In South Africa

• Cape Town

Southern Suburbs, Northern Suburbs, False Bay (Simonstown, Fish Hoek, Muizenberg), Helderberg (Somerset West, Strand, Gordon’s Bay).

• Durban

Waterfront, Hillcrest, Umhlanga.

• Pretoria

Waterkloo, Waterkloof Ridge, Brooklyn.

• Johannesburg

Northcliff, Bedfordview, Fourways, Rosebank, Parktown, Greenside, Melville, Randburg and Ferndale, Sandton, Bryanston, Midrand.

• Port Elizabeth

Walmer, Bunkers Hill, Summerstand, Selborne, Humewood, Nahoon.

 

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Gabby Gomes On 4th February 2022   /   emigrating to South Africa, international removals, Moving to South Africa, overseas moving company, relocating to South Africa, shipping to South Africa