Check out the excess baggage FAQs to help you on your way.
If you're about to send personal goods or excess baggage to Ireland, talk to the experts in international shipping, Seven Seas Worldwide. We're here for every eventuality, whether you're moving to Ireland as a student, moving home with family or just visiting for an extended break, we can help you for every stage of the journey. Ship to Ireland with the people in the know.
Why choose Seven Seas Worldwide for shipping to Ireland?
It's a good point so let's round up a few good answers for you:
- Baggage charges are going up all the time. If you leave your baggage with Seven Seas Worldwide, the airlines can't hit you with those nasty hidden fees
- Sending items by sea is a greener and more affordable option than by air (though we do provide that too if you're in a hurry)
- You'll be looked after by our team from beginning to end because we have a global network of depots
- We collect and deliver, door-to-door, at a time that suits you
- We're a friendly bunch
In addition to this, you can also get a free online quote for shipping to Ireland thanks to our nifty freight calculator. Give it a go.
International Shipping To Ireland
We're not a boring old shipping company. We like to think we're a bit more personal than that, so we've provided a range of services that will help you with every aspect of your moving experience whether you need a hand with your holiday luggage or you're moving overseas for good. Oh and if you're moving abroad don't forget to take a look at our MoveCube® - the latest and greatest way to relocate your belongings overseas (or nationwide, for that matter). We also offer a range of services for students including some unbeatable deals on storage. We'll even throw in boxes and packing materials too.
Do you need to move items for business? Let us help via our commercial shipping services which include our amazing new Commercial MoveCube®, ideal for bulk shipping to (and from) Ireland and throughout the world. From skis and surfboards to office equipment and clothing, we can move it for you.
Call us now on 1 300 216 698 and see how the Seven Seas Worldwide team can help.
Things To Consider When Shipping To Ireland
There are certain restrictions in place when shipping to Ireland, so here's a list of items that could 'cause delays' as they say at train stations. This is just a snippet of the many pages of Irish customs information but it will give you an idea of what you should leave at home.
- Firearms, ammunition, explosives, etc.
- Plants or bulbs
- Birds, poultry and eggs
- Hay or straw
- Live animals of any kind (please don't try to smuggle your pet pug)
- Any kind of controlled substance
If you're travelling to Ireland from another EU country, here are the maximum quantities allowed for cigarettes and alcohol:
- Cigarettes: 800
- Cigars: 200
- Cigarillos: 400
- Smoking tobacco: 1 kg
- Spirits: 10 litres
- Wine: 90 litres
- Beer: 110 litres
Just to let you know, there's more, Ireland is covered by our excellent MoveCube® service. The MoveCube® is a large container inside a trailer which can move the contents of a two-bedroom flat. It's a very simple process whereby we drop the MoveCube® off at your door, you load it up with boxes and we return to collect it again to take to your chosen destination. Easy. Click on the video below:
Worried? Stuck? Confused? Don't worry, we're here to help with every aspect of your shipping to Ireland - get yourself a free online quote now or give us a call on 4001816698 to find out how we can make things easier for you.