Freight to the UK; the best choice for sending passenger cargo
Shipping cargo to the UK has always been a major concern for both travelers, immigrants, and businesspeople. Many Iranians plan to immigrate to the UK for living, work, or study, and they usually want to move some of their belongings to this country. There are various methods for shipping cargo to the UK, which is why many immigrants and travelers seek information about this before traveling. On the other hand, exporters and businesspeople in the field of shipping cargo to the UK face issues such as compliance with trade and customs laws, methods of cargo transportation and customs clearance at the destination, etc. But why is freight to the UK a suitable solution for shipping cargo to this country? On direct flights, there are weight restrictions for passenger cargo, and the costs of excess baggage on flights are very high.
Freight services to the UK
Freight to the UK is a very popular and cost-effective method of transporting cargo. This service can meet and respond to the diverse needs of individuals and companies in different fields. It can be used to send various types of cargo to this country, including:
- Sending furniture and household items to England
- Sending personal items
- Sending commercial and exhibition cargo to the UK
- Sending student cargo
UK Freight Steps
Understanding the concerns of travelers and businessmen, Sepex International Transportation Company offers a set of comprehensive and specialized services through the following steps to safely and legally transport your cargo to the UK:
- After the customer requests to ship cargo to the UK, a free consultation will be conducted first.
- Steps are being taken to obtain the necessary permits for freight transportation.
- Then, the cargo is packaged and palletized using standard equipment and tools by specialized experts.
- On the appointed date, the cargo will be sent to Imam Khomeini Airport.
- Customs formalities are carried out, the required documents are submitted to customs, and the relevant forms are prepared.
- Attaching tags and labels, X-raying and delivering the luggage to the desired airline
- After that, the cargo is legally sent to the UK through the smart terminal at Imam Khomeini Airport.
- Finally, the air waybill will be issued and delivered to the sender at the most appropriate international shipping rate.
- Tracking and tracing shipments along the way and providing progress reports until they reach their destination in the UK are professional support services at Sepex.
In the process of sending cargo from Iran to the UK, all customs formalities and airport services are carried out in a completely professional manner, utilizing the experience and expertise of the experts in the Sepex team. If you have any questions or requests, you can contact our support.
Documents required for freight to the UK
Whether you intend to send your personal belongings to the UK or export commercial shipments to that country, the following documents and information are required:
For passenger freight:
- Copy of flight ticket
- Original and copy of the sender’s passport or national ID card
- Packing list
To send commercial cargo:
- Business card or letter of introduction from the company
- Necessary permits such as health permits, certificates of origin, etc.
- Packing list (list of items in packages)
- Purchase invoice
- Customs documents
Providing complete and flawless documents to the shipping company is one of the important factors in speeding up and facilitating the process of shipping cargo to the UK. If you have any questions or need further guidance in this regard, contact the experts at Sepex to ensure that your cargo is shipped to the UK safely and without any hassle.
Tariffs and freight costs to the UK
The cost of shipping cargo to the UK depends on various factors, the most important of which are the dimensions and weight of the cargo, the type of goods, the shipping time, the type of transportation, the distance and route, the freight company, the packaging method, as well as additional costs such as air waybills, weighing, unloading and loading, warehousing, obtaining permits and customs formalities, obtaining a passenger visa (green card) or an export permit for commercial goods. By accurately calculating all these parameters, the final cost of shipping cargo to the UK can be calculated. To learn about the tariffs for shipping cargo to the UK, you can get the information you need from the experts at Sepex.
Major airports in the UK
In the UK, there are several major airports that are recognized as important hubs for international freight transport. The most important are:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- The largest airport in the UK with four passenger terminals and a dedicated cargo terminal
- Cargo capacity of more than 1.5 million tons per year
- Various facilities for transporting and storing various types of loads
- Convenient access to the land transportation network for transporting cargo to various destinations in the UK
London Gatwick Airport (London Gatwick – LGW)
- The second largest airport in the UK with two passenger terminals and one cargo terminal
- Cargo carrying capacity of about 900 thousand tons per year
- Suitable facilities for transporting and storing various loads such as dangerous goods
- Convenient access to the road network for transporting cargo in and out of the airport
Manchester Airport (MAN)
- The third largest airport in the UK with passenger terminals and loading facilities
- Cargo carrying capacity of about 370 thousand tons per year
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
- The fourth largest airport in the UK in terms of passenger and cargo volume
- Cargo carrying capacity of about 300,000 tons per year
- It has a main passenger terminal and dedicated cargo facilities.
- The existence of equipped warehouses and cold storage facilities for storing and transporting special cargoes.
- Availability of ground transportation services within the airport for loading and unloading cargo
- As an alternative to London
Freight to London
London, as the capital and largest city of England, is one of the most important economic, commercial and cultural centers in the world, which attracts many immigrants and businesses to this city.
London’s very favorable welfare, educational and social conditions have made this city one of the important destinations for living, working and studying, and naturally, as an immigrant-friendly city, it sees a high demand for services for sending goods and belongings to it by individuals and companies.
As a provider of cargo transportation services to London, the international company Sepex will help people who intend to travel, continue their studies, immigrate or work in London, in facilitating the process of transferring their belongings and belongings to the city of London.
Freight to Manchester
Manchester is one of the largest and most populous cities in the northwest of England. This city is considered one of the most important centers of the country economically and culturally, and many travelers travel to this city due to its important location. Therefore, it has a large and international airport of the same name, which is considered one of the most important air transportation hubs in the United Kingdom and has transported more than 28 million passengers and a significant volume of cargo in the past year alone.
Among the services of the SEPX company is freight for applicants to send cargo from Iran to this city. From following up on the request and packaging of the cargo to carrying out customs and air cargo transportation at the best rates by this international transportation company, it will assure travelers that the process of sending cargo to this city will be carried out at a cost-effective cost and ultimately the safety and health of the cargo.
Passenger Freight and Commercial Cargo Shipping to the UK with Sepex
Cargo shipping to the UK is carried out in two ways: passenger and commercial. In the field of passenger cargo shipping, Sepex Group will send their personal belongings and belongings safely and quickly to the desired destination in the UK upon receiving orders from customers. These services include packaging, customs clearance, air freight and delivery at the destination. The company also provides exporters who are active in the field of exporting goods to the UK or other countries with the opportunity to send commercial cargo to this country. Sepex’s international transportation facilities and infrastructure, along with the full support of experts in customs and logistics regulations, will make the process of sending cargo to the UK an easy and hassle-free experience.
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Frequently asked questions
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Some goods are prohibited from entering the UK, while others are restricted. The shipment of firearms, drugs and alcohol, endangered species, meat and dairy products, antiques and diamonds is prohibited, and goods such as gold and silver articles up to 150 grams per person, handmade carpets and rugs up to 20 meters per person, cigarettes up to 200 threads, tobacco up to 250 grams, and EU-made items up to 1,000 pounds are restricted.
IranAir only carries cargo to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), and if someone wants to send cargo to another airport in the UK, they must do so through airlines such as Qatar, Emirates, and Lufthansa, which carry cargo to all major UK airports.
The arrival time of the cargo depends largely on the airline chosen for the cargo. The flight route and cargo traffic at Imam Khomeini Airport can also affect the arrival time of the cargo. It usually takes 4 to 5 working days for the cargo to be delivered from Imam Khomeini Airport to its destination in the UK.
Yes, the cost of shipping freight to different cities in the UK varies, and usually, freight to central and large cities in the UK such as London, Manchester, and Birmingham is cheaper than to smaller, more remote cities.