Movecorp are experts in Shipping Containers to Tuvalu
Opting to use container shipping to Tuvalu from the UK is a great idea. If you have an abundance of household items to take over to Tuvalu, but you’re not sure how, don’t leave anything behind, bring it all with you using our freight shipping.
Movecorp are experts in sending shipping containers to Tuvalu from the UK because we have done it so many times. No matter the size of the delivery or the items being shipped, we’ll get the job done right every time.
Living in Tuvalu
Tuvalu is a small island nation located in the South Pacific Ocean. It is roughly located between Hawaii and Australia, and specifically comprises nine islands. It has a population of 10,640, and a territorial area of 10 square miles. The nation was previously a British colony but is now simply a member of the Commonwealth which it joined in 1978. It also has a treaty of friendship with the United States. Almost all Tuvaluan’s are Christians, and the nation has a Christian state church. Like other countries in the region, obesity represents a serious problem and; 68% of the adult population is classified as overweight. Culture is centred around tradition in Tuvalu. The creation of unique clothing and worn accessories is a form of expression, particularly amongst females. Dance is also a key aspect and is performed at all communal events and to celebrate the arrival of prominent leaders and individuals. Subsistence agriculture is the form of work for most Tuvaluans; the most valuable form of work is foreign labour, and remittances from Tuvaluans working in Australia and New Zealand are a crucial source of income for the nation. Tourism is virtually non-existent in the country, and only around 400 people visit for tourism annually.
Useful Tuvalu Travel Info
| Flight Time From UK |
Currency |
Main Airports |
Main Shipping Ports |
| 32hrs |
Australian Dollar |
Funafuti |
No Major Ports |
How Do I Use Shipping Containers to Tuvalu?
Shipping containers to Tuvalu from the UK is easy with Movecorp. All you have to do is give us a call for a quick, free quote so that we can begin to understand your shipping needs. From there, we will send out a surveying service team to assess the items you wish to ship in a container to Tuvalu.
After that, our expert wrapping and packing team will prep your items for shipping and put them in our shipping containers. You can opt to use a shared container or a sole-use container. Almost anything can be shipped, from sofas and beds to computers and bikes – simply ask!
Then we will ship your goods to Tuvalu and unpack them upon arrival at your chosen destination. Easy peasy!
How Much Does It Cost to Send Shipping Containers to Tuvalu?
It will be faster but more expensive if you opt to use air freight. If you have a large load of items, you will need to use a sole-use container. This way you can fill the entire shipping container, the 20ft or 40ft options, as needed.
Included in the cost of shipping containers to Tuvalu:
- A move coordinator to help with the whole process
- Insurance on your goods
- Packing and unpacking
- Door-to-door collection and delivery
What are the shipping methods for sending items to Tuvalu?
Air FreightSea FreightShipping-containers to Tuvalu via Air Freight
If you need your belongings in Tuvalu in a hurry, airfreight is the quickest transit method to move your possessions internationally. Shipping-containers via air freight are highly convenient, but this does come with a higher price tag. Your quote for Tuvalu Shipping-containers is calculated based on the weight of your consignment, meaning it is not so economical for larger loads such as an entire home.
If you are only sending a one bedroom flat, some boxes of clothes or a few items of furniture to Tuvalu but you require them urgently, air freight is a convenient transport method. Many Removals.co.uk customers will make use of our air freight to Tuvalu service cooperatively with another method of transportation. Such as sending a small number of items they need as a priority via air freight and everything else they can send via sea freight to cut costs.
Another factor that might influence the cost of your Shipping-containers to Tuvalu via air freight is what happens with your goods upon their arrival in Tuvalu. You can choose to collect your goods at the airport yourself, or you can request that diligent moving teams deliver your goods to the kerbside of your new home.
Shipping-containers to Tuvalu via Sea Freight
For Shipping-containers to Tuvalu, sea freight is one of the most favoured transport methods due to its cost-effectiveness and ease for our clients. Shipping-containers to Tuvalu via sea freight can sometimes be a slow process, therefore we advise that you allow ample time for your delivery.
Shared container load is the ideal Shipping-containers to Tuvalu choice if you have a small consignment such as a one bedroom flat, a studio apartment or a small office space. All of your goods and furnishings will be wrapped, packed and loaded onto a shared shipping container to Tuvalu and you will only pay for the space this baggage occupies.
Dedicated container load is the recommended Tuvalu Shipping-containers method if you are sending an entire home load or a large commercial office space. You will pay to receive the sole use of a 20ft or 40ft shipping container. A 20ft container will fit a three-bedroom home comfortably and 40ft is sufficient space if you want to send a vehicle amongst other goods.
Owing to our partnership with a number of global removals organisations, your goods will be delivered to the destination of your choice in Tuvalu, by a team of movers that are committed to delivering a premium service.
Why Choose Movecorp for Your Container Shipping to Tuvalu?
At Movecorp, we are so confident in our services for shipping containers UK to Tuvalu that we offer a price match service. If you can find a better price, we will try to beat it.
Make sure you enjoy your trip abroad by trusting in Movecorp to handle all the hard parts when shipping containers to Tuvalu.
