Professional Removals Between the UK and Murcia
Thompson & Son Removals & Storage helps individuals and families move between the UK and the Region of Murcia. Supported by our Midlands depot and established Spanish base in Orihuela, Alicante, we can coordinate both sides of your relocation while providing clear guidance from your initial survey through to final delivery.
Every move is different, so our service can be adapted to suit the amount you are taking, your preferred dates and the level of assistance required. Complete household removals, smaller shared loads, professional packing, secure storage and return services from Spain can all be arranged.
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Support at Both Ends of Your Move
Thompson & Son’s Spanish Depot
La Carretera, 93
03369 Orihuela
Alicante, Spain
International removals are easier to manage when your removal company has practical support in both countries. Our Midlands operation coordinates UK collections, while our depot in Orihuela provides a permanent base close to Murcia and the Costa Cálida.
Having an established operation in Spain allows us to support vehicles, arrange local storage and coordinate onward deliveries. Customers also have a team they can contact if moving dates change or access to the Spanish property is delayed.
Rather than offering one standard package, we plan each relocation around the customer. Some people need their entire home packed and transported on specific dates, while others are moving gradually and only require space for several pieces of furniture. Our team will explain the available options and help you choose the service that best suits your circumstances.
A Removals Company That Knows Both Countries
Moving from the UK to Murcia is easier when your removals company understands both ends of the journey. Thompson & Son has a depot in the Midlands and another in Alicante, giving our team practical local knowledge and a reliable base close to your destination.
As a family-run company with more than 60 years of experience, we understand that an international move involves more than transporting your belongings. We’ll help you plan each stage, answer your questions and provide a service shaped around your circumstances, whether you’re moving your entire household or only part of it.
From collection in the UK through to delivery at your new home in Murcia, our aim is to make the experience straightforward, well organised and as stress-free as possible.
In-Person or Video Survey
Thompson & Son begins each move with a detailed survey, helping us understand what you plan to take and what will be required on moving day. Whether completed at your home or by video, the survey gives you an opportunity to show us your belongings, discuss access at both properties and raise any questions about your move.
Before preparing your quotation, an experienced surveyor will assess the volume of furniture, boxes and personal possessions being transported. Customers moving from the UK to Murcia may be offered either an in-person or video survey, depending on their location and availability. For moves from Spain to the UK, we will usually arrange a video survey. These are completed together in real time, allowing our surveyor to guide you through each room and produce a highly accurate assessment.
Following the survey, we can provide a clear quotation based on your individual requirements, with no unexpected charges for items or services already discussed.
We'll Arrange the Paperwork
Thompson & Son will discuss your packing requirements during the survey, including whether you intend to pack independently or use our professional packing service. Depending on the support you need, we can provide suitable packing materials, prepare selected fragile items or pack the entire contents of your home. An accurate inventory can also make the paperwork process easier by providing a clear record of the belongings included in your move.
Since the UK is no longer part of the European Union, moving belongings between the UK and Murcia involves customs documentation. Although this can feel complicated, our team will explain what information and supporting documents are needed, help you complete the relevant paperwork and check everything before submission.
Drawing on our experience of removals between the UK and Spain, we can guide you through each stage and help prevent avoidable delays caused by incomplete or inaccurate documentation. Certain documents will need to be provided or signed by you, but we’ll make the requirements clear so you can prepare with confidence and concentrate on settling into your new home.
Preperation is the key to a smooth international removal.
Moving to another country entails navigating through a complex set of paperwork and regulations, particularly in the post-Brexit era. When relocating to Spain, the required documentation may vary depending on several factors, but here is a detailed overview of the documents and processes you’ll likely need to address:
Passport and Visas: Make sure your passport has ample validity remaining. Depending on the duration of your stay in Spain, you may need a visa or a residence permit. Additional details are provided below.
Work Permit: If your move to Spain is for employment purposes, a work permit will be necessary. It is the responsibility of your employer to apply for this permit and ensure compliance with its conditions.
Residence Registration: After your move to Spain, you must register your residence within a specified timeframe.
Health Insurance: Spain requires proof of health insurance coverage, as access to state healthcare is not automatically granted to residents.
Driving Licence: Your UK driving licence is recognised in Spain for a limited period. If your UK licence is close to expiration, you’ll need to exchange it for a Spanish driving licence.
Customs Forms: For the transportation of personal effects or vehicles, customs declarations may be required, and import taxes might be applicable. We’ll handle all necessary customs paperwork for the items we transport, ensuring a smooth transition to Spain.
Bank Statements and Proof of Income: To rent property or secure certain services in Spain, demonstrating financial stability through bank statements and proof of income is often required.
Tax Documents: Notify the UK HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) about your relocation and familiarise yourself with your tax responsibilities in Spain. Becoming a permanent resident means you’ll be liable for income tax on worldwide earnings in Spain.
Birth and Marriage Certificates: For various registration processes, visas, and other bureaucratic requirements, you might need officially translated versions of these documents.
Pet Documentation: In order to move to Spain with pets, make sure to have their EU pet passport or animal health certificate, up-to-date vaccination records, and any necessary microchip details.
Visas For Spain
If you’re planning to move to Spain from the UK, especially in light of post-Brexit regulations, the visa requirements will vary depending on the length and purpose of your stay. Here’s a specific breakdown tailored to those looking to move to Spain:
For Stays Up to 90 Days
For short-term visits up to 90 days within any 180-day period, UK nationals do not require a visa for tourist, family, or business purposes, thanks to the visa exemption agreement between the EU and the UK. This makes a move to Spain for short periods relatively straightforward for UK citizens.
For Longer Stays or Residency
If your plans to move to Spain include living, working, or studying there for more than 90 days, you will likely need to apply for a long-stay visa. This type of visa acts as a de facto residence permit. Applications must be made prior to leaving the UK.
Types of Visas for Long-term Stay
- Work Visa: Securing employment in Spain requires navigating the work permit process with your employer before applying for the corresponding visa.
- Student Visa: For educational pursuits exceeding 90 days, you must secure admission at a Spanish institution and apply for a student visa.
- Family Visa: Joining a family member who is a resident or citizen of Spain may qualify you for a family visa.
- Non-Lucrative Visa: If you wish to live in Spain for longer than 90 days without engaging in employment or study, the non-lucrative visa requires proof of sufficient funds to support yourself.
Application Process
- First Step: Begin your application online via the official Spanish visa application portal, then schedule an appointment at the Spanish consulate or visa application centre in the UK.
- Documentation: Prepare necessary documents, including evidence of accommodation in Spain, financial means, health insurance, and the purpose of your stay.
- Consideration Period: Processing times for visas can vary, so it’s advisable to start your application well before your intended move to Spain.
Post-Brexit Considerations Brexit has transformed UK nationals into third-country nationals in the EU context, altering the process for those looking to move to Spain to more closely resemble that of other non-EU nations. It’s essential to consult the latest guidance from official sources such as the Spanish Consulate or Embassy in the UK, as immigration policies are subject to change. For individuals with unique situations or seeking detailed advice on their move to Spain, engaging with an immigration lawyer or relocation expert can provide valuable insights and assistance.
Storage Solutions
Thompson & Son can provide secure storage when the timing of your move does not quite align. This may be useful if your Murcia property is not ready, your completion dates have changed or you need time to prepare your new home before everything is delivered.
Belongings travelling to Spain can be held securely at our Alicante depot until you are ready to receive them. Located within convenient reach of Murcia, the facility allows us to store your goods between collection and final delivery without disrupting the wider moving arrangements.
Flexible storage can be included as part of your moving plan, whether you need it for a short gap or a longer period. While your possessions are with us, they will be kept in a professionally managed and secure facility, giving you one less thing to worry about during the transition.
Direct Move
Thompson & Son’s direct move service provides a dedicated removal vehicle for your belongings, with collection and delivery arranged around an agreed schedule. Our team can professionally pack your possessions, prepare a detailed inventory and load everything securely before beginning the journey from the UK to Murcia.
With this option, your belongings remain together in the same vehicle rather than sharing space with several customers’ consignments. Following collection, the vehicle travels by the planned ferry and road route before continuing to your new home in Spain. We will also help prepare the required customs paperwork in advance to reduce the risk of unnecessary delays.
For customers working towards firm completion, travel or property-access dates, a direct move offers greater control over the timetable. You will receive clear communication throughout the journey, along with a planned delivery date so you can make arrangements to receive your belongings at the new property.
Groupage (Shared) Move
Thompson & Son’s groupage service allows your belongings to share vehicle space with other customers moving along a similar route. By combining several smaller consignments into one journey, transport costs can be divided, making this a practical option when you do not need a dedicated removal vehicle.
Customers often choose a shared move when taking a limited number of belongings to Murcia, moving from a smaller property or working with a flexible timescale. Your possessions will be listed, labelled and kept separate from other consignments throughout the journey.
Rather than travelling on dates reserved exclusively for your move, collection and delivery are arranged around our scheduled UK-to-Spain routes. We will provide an estimated timeframe and keep you informed as arrangements are confirmed. Groupage can therefore offer good value, although it is less suitable when you require delivery on a fixed date.
Support at Both Ends of Your Move
International removals are easier to manage when your removal company has practical support in both countries. Our Midlands operation coordinates UK collections, while our depot in Orihuela provides a permanent base close to Murcia and the Costa Cálida.
Having an established operation in Spain allows us to support vehicles, arrange local storage and coordinate onward deliveries. Customers also have a team they can contact if moving dates change or access to the Spanish property is delayed.
Rather than offering one standard package, we plan each relocation around the customer. Some people need their entire home packed and transported on specific dates, while others are moving gradually and only require space for several pieces of furniture. Our team will explain the available options and help you choose the service that best suits your circumstances.
Removals to Murcia and the Costa Cálida
Moving to the Murcia Region?
Murcia offers a very different side of Spain.
The region combines historic cities, Mediterranean coastline, the Mar Menor, established residential communities, golf resorts, traditional Spanish towns and rural areas.
Thompson & Son provides removals to destinations including:
Murcia City • Cartagena • Los Alcázares • San Javier • San Pedro del Pinatar • La Manga • Cabo de Palos • Torre-Pacheco • Mazarrón • Puerto de Mazarrón • Águilas • Lorca
We also deliver to surrounding towns, villages, resorts and urbanisations.
Call 01527 549134 and tell us where you’re moving to.
Moving to the Mar Menor?
The Mar Menor is one of the most distinctive parts of the Murcia region.
Around its shores are popular locations including Los Alcázares, San Javier and San Pedro del Pinatar, with La Manga separating the lagoon from the Mediterranean.
For customers relocating from Britain, this part of Murcia offers everything from apartments and villas to established residential communities and resort properties.
Nearby destinations include Cabo de Palos, Los Belones, Playa Honda, Mar de Cristal and Los Nietos.
Whether you’re moving permanently or furnishing a Spanish property, we can arrange anything from a smaller part load to a complete household removal.
Cartagena & the Mediterranean Coast
Historic Cartagena provides another side to life in Murcia.
Its long history, harbour and Roman heritage make it one of the region’s most distinctive cities, with the Roman Theatre among its best-known landmarks.
The wider Cartagena area also extends towards coastal communities around Cabo de Palos, La Manga and the Mar Menor.
For city-centre apartments or properties with restricted access, tell us in advance. Knowing about narrow streets, underground parking, apartment access or vehicle restrictions helps us plan your delivery correctly.
Call 01527 549134 when you’re ready to discuss your move.
Murcia's Golf Resorts & Urbanisations
Moving to one of Murcia’s golf resorts or residential developments?
We regularly deal with the practical considerations that come with delivering to apartments, villas, gated communities and private urbanisations.
The Murcia region includes well-known golf and residential areas around Torre-Pacheco, Los Alcázares, San Javier, Los Belones and other inland locations.
If you’re moving to a resort, simply give us the name of the development and your property address when requesting your quotation.
We’ll take any security gates, access restrictions or delivery arrangements into account when planning your move.
Start With an Accurate Survey
A detailed survey allows us to understand what you are moving before preparing your quotation. Customers in the UK may be offered an in-person or live video survey, depending on their location, availability and the nature of the move.
During the appointment, an experienced surveyor will assess the approximate volume of your belongings and identify anything requiring additional preparation. Property access, parking, stairs, lifts, fragile possessions and particularly large items can also be discussed.
For customers moving from Murcia to the UK, surveys will usually be completed by live video. These appointments take place with our surveyor in real time, allowing us to guide you through each room and record everything being moved. Conducted carefully, a video survey can provide a highly accurate assessment without requiring an initial visit.
Following the survey, you will receive a quotation based on the services discussed. This helps ensure that vehicle space, staffing, packing materials and delivery arrangements are planned correctly from the beginning.
Removals services to Murcia and the surrounding areas
Full House Removals
Taking Your Whole Home to Spain?
We can collect your household belongings from your UK property and deliver them to your new home in Murcia.
Our team can handle:
- Furniture
- Household contents
- Boxes and personal belongings
- Fragile items
- Professional packing
- Furniture protection
Before your move, we’ll discuss how much you’re taking, access at both properties and your preferred dates.
We’ll then recommend the most suitable transport option for your move.
Smaller Loads to Murcia
You Don’t Need a Full Removal Vehicle
If you’re only taking part of your household, our part-load service may be a better option.
It’s particularly useful for:
- Sofas, beds and larger items
- Boxes and personal belongings
- Apartment contents
- Second-home furniture
- Customers moving to Spain in stages
Your belongings use available space on one of our vehicles travelling towards Spain, rather than requiring a dedicated vehicle.
ASK ABOUT OUR NEXT SERVICE TO MURCIA
Call 01527 549134
Mercia to UK removals
Planning on returning to Britain? We know the sunshine isn’t for everyone!
We also provide removals from Murcia back to the UK.
Whether you’re returning permanently, selling a Spanish property or simply sending furniture and personal belongings back to Britain, talk to us about our return services.
Full household removals and smaller return loads can both be arranged.
Our Spanish depot provides a useful base for coordinating collections before belongings begin their journey back to the UK.
Moving to the Murcia Region?
Moving from the UK to Murcia is easier when your removals company understands both ends of the journey. Thompson & Son has a depot in the Midlands and another in Alicante, giving our team practical local knowledge and a reliable base close to your destination.
As a family-run company with more than 60 years of experience, we understand that an international move involves more than transporting your belongings. We’ll help you plan each stage, answer your questions and provide a service shaped around your circumstances, whether you’re moving your entire household or only part of it.
From collection in the UK through to delivery at your new home in Murcia, our aim is to make the experience straightforward, well organised and as stress-free as possible.
Why Choose Thompson & Son?
Thompson & Son combines more than 60 years of removals experience with practical knowledge of relocations between the UK and Murcia. Every move is carefully planned around the volume of belongings, preferred timescale, packing requirements and property access involved.
Reasons to choose our team include:
- Our Own Spanish Depot: An established operational base in Orihuela, Alicante.
- Regular UK–Spain Service: Vehicles travelling between Britain and Spain.
- Full Moves & Smaller Loads: From a few pieces of furniture to an entire household.
- UK-Wide Collection: We can arrange collection from locations throughout the UK.
- Murcia & Costa Cálida Coverage: Coastal, inland, city and resort destinations.
- Professional Packing: Packing and furniture protection available.
- Customs Assistance: Help preparing the documentation required for your move.
- Spain to UK Returns: Moving back? We operate in both directions.
Check out some of our recent removals to Murcia
Blackburn to La Florida
We recently completed a dedicated full house removal from Blackburn to La Florida in Alicante province.
Using an individual vehicle (rather than groupage) meant the transport schedule could be planned around this customer’s move without combining their belongings with other consignments. Everything was collected from the Blackburn property before beginning the journey to Spain.
The customer chose to pack their own boxes and prepare their belongings before collection. Our removal team then handled the loading, transportation and delivery to La Florida.
Swansea to Calpe
We recently completed a part-load removal from Swansea to Calpe, transporting our customer's furniture and personal belongings to their new home on the Costa Blanca.
The service included full packing and professional wrapping of the furniture before the journey to Spain, helping ensure everything was properly protected for international transport.
Using our regular UK–Spain service, the customer's belongings were collected in Swansea and delivered to their property in Calpe, with our Spanish operation supporting the move once in Spain. The photograph shown here was taken as we approached Calpe on the N-332 – This is the Peñón de Ifach, which is quite a sight to see.
Swansea to Calpe
We recently completed a part-load removal from Swansea to Calpe, transporting our customer's furniture and personal belongings to their new home on the Costa Blanca.
The service included full packing and professional wrapping of the furniture before the journey to Spain, helping ensure everything was properly protected for international transport.
Using our regular UK–Spain service, the customer's belongings were collected in Swansea and delivered to their property in Calpe, with our Spanish operation supporting the move once in Spain. The photograph shown here was taken as we approached Calpe on the N-332 – This is the Peñón de Ifach, which is quite a sight to see.
Discuss Your Requirements
Planning Your Move to Murcia
Thompson & Son can support you throughout your move between the UK and Murcia, providing practical guidance from your first enquiry through to final delivery. Backed by more than 60 years of removals experience, our family-run team will plan the service around your belongings, schedule and individual requirements.
Detailed surveys, flexible packing options, customs paperwork support and secure storage can all be included where required. Whether you choose a dedicated vehicle or a more economical shared move, you will receive clear communication and careful handling at every stage. Contact our team when you are ready to discuss your plans and receive a personalised quotation for your move.
Murcia Removals FAQs
Do you cover the whole Murcia region?
We cover destinations throughout Murcia, including Murcia City, Cartagena, Los Alcázares, San Javier, San Pedro del Pinatar, La Manga, Mazarrón, Águilas and surrounding areas.
Do you cover the Mar Menor?
Yes. We provide removals throughout the Mar Menor area, including Los Alcázares, San Javier and San Pedro del Pinatar.
Do you deliver to golf resorts and urbanisations?
Yes. Give us the name of the development and any known access or security arrangements when requesting your quotation.
Can you move a small amount of furniture?
Yes. Ask about our part-load service if you don’t need a complete removal vehicle.
Do you provide professional packing?
Yes. We can provide packing and furniture protection as part of your move.
Can you collect anywhere in the UK?
Yes. UK-wide collection can be arranged.
Do you bring belongings from Murcia back to Britain?
Yes. We provide both full removals and smaller return loads from Murcia to the UK.
How do I get a quotation?
Call 01527 549134 or send us your collection address, Murcia destination, approximate volume and preferred moving dates.
