The United Kingdom
Through decades of experience in relocation, we have formulated the most efficient ways of properly moving you and your family to the UK. We can assist you with a safe and stress-free international move to The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
Culture
The culture of the United Kingdom has been influenced by many factors including: the nation’s island status; its history as a western liberal democracy and a major power; as well as being a political union of four countries with each preserving elements of distinctive traditions, customs and symbolism.
Geography
The total area of the United Kingdom is approximately 244,820 square kilometres (94,530 sq mi). The country occupies the major part of the British Isles[143] archipelago and includes the island of Great Britain, the north-eastern one-sixth of the island of Ireland and some smaller surrounding islands. It lies between the North Atlantic Ocean and the North Sea with the south-east coast coming within 22 miles (35 km) of the coast of northern France, from which it is separated by the English Channel.
Economy
The UK has a partially regulated market economy.[241] Based on market exchange rates, the UK is today the fifth-largest economy in the world and the second-largest in Europe after Germany. HM Treasury, led by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, is responsible for developing and executing the government’s public finance policy and economic policy. The Bank of England is the UK’s central bank and is responsible for issuing notes and coins in the nation’s currency, the pound sterling. Banks in Scotland and Northern Ireland retain the right to issue their own notes, subject to retaining enough Bank of England notes in reserve to cover their issue.
History
Settlement by anatomically modern humans of what was to become the United Kingdom occurred in waves beginning by about 30,000 years ago. By the end of the region’s prehistoric period, the population is thought to have belonged, in the main, to a culture termed Insular Celtic, comprising Brittonic Britain and Gaelic Ireland.
Government and politics
The United Kingdom is a unitary state under a constitutional monarchy. Queen Elizabeth II is the monarch and head of state of the UK, as well as fifteen other independent countries. These sixteen countries are sometimes referred to as “Commonwealth realms”. The monarch has “the right to be consulted, the right to encourage, and the right to warn”.
Stress-Free, from Packing to Unpacking
If you are planning on moving beyond our borders, be it a neighbouring country or somewhere overseas, consider OMS.
Emigration is complicated and stressful and certainly not the time to take undue risk. Our expert consultants will guide you through a safe and professional relocation process.
Take a piece of home with you.
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International Expertise
Our consultants are expertly versed in all aspects of overseas moving
World Wide Network
With more than 2000 top class overseas agents you can be assured of all the knowledge and expertise required to move you securely.
International Packing Standard
We have perfected the art of packing, wrapping and the moving of people's prized possessions. Including cars, works of art, fine china and many more delicate effects.
FREE personalised Estimate
Don’t know how much your relocation is going to cost? Just fill up our moving quote form, and we’ll get back to you in a jiffy with a free estimate!
Relocating your effects
During your move, you will be allocated a single point of contact who will keep you updated throughout the process. You will be able to contact your consultant at any time regarding any questions or concerns you may have.
Container Shipping
You can watch the container being packed, locked and sealed at your residence. The lock and seal is only broken at your new residence – as long as it is not stopped for customs examination.
Packing & Wrapping
We provide expert packing and wrapping services to ensure that your belongings are well-protected for their long journey.
Liability Cover
Although our packing materials and methods are of the highest quality, and our staff highly trained, we recommend that our clients arrange for liability cover of their effects during transit and storage.
Secure storage
You may need to have your belongings stored until you move into your new home. We provide secure storage at both your current residence and at your destination. 24hrs Camera surveilance armed security service
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can You Assist With My Visa?
For entry into most countries, on a long-term or permanent basis, it will be necessary to have the appropriate Visa and passport requirements. You should contact the Consulate of the country to which you are relocating to ensure that your documentation is in order, and that entry of both yourself and your goods is allowed. Some countries apply strict regulations to the importing your household effects and heavy financial penalties can be applied if the appropriate Visa’s or work permits are not in place. Overseas Moving Scene cannot advise you in respect of immigration and the Consular Representative should be equipped to advise you of all documentary requirements and how to apply for appropriate Visa’s and work permits.
Do you provide insurance cover?
The varied sizes, shapes and structures of household furniture create inherent risks, and, despite our special packing materials and careful handling by our staff, these risks cannot be fully eliminated. Overseas Moving Scene has a limited liability policy which can be extended to cover wider forms of liability if required.
The United Kingdom
Start your journey today by requesting a furniture removal quote and leaving the rest up to us.
