Stranks Removals and Storage moves families, professionals and businesses from the UK to Portugal. Founded in 1941 and now in its fourth generation, the Strank family firm is a full British Association of Removers (BAR) member, certified to BS EN 12522, and operates from an Ashford depot with direct access to the Channel ports at Folkestone and Dover. That combination of more than 80 years of family removals experience and a Kent base close to the Continent makes us well placed to plan and carry out your Portugal move.
Every Portugal removal starts with a thorough survey of what needs moving, either in person or via video call. We confirm the route, any access requirements at your UK address or Portuguese destination, and agree a clear timeline. You will receive a written quote with no surprises.
Our team offers a , partial packing, or fragile-only packing for delicate or high-value items. We supply the right materials and pack to the standards required for a long-distance European move. When our team packs, your belongings are covered under our insurance from the point of packing. If you prefer to pack yourself, we can advise on materials and method.
We collect from your UK address on the agreed date. Our crew handles furniture dismantle and reassembly where needed, loads the vehicle carefully and carries out a condition check on your belongings before departure. For more on how we manage residential moves, see our service.
If your Portuguese property is not ready on your move-out date, our holds up to 250 containers across 13,000 sq ft at our Ashford warehouse. Your goods stay in individually numbered, sealed containers. We call this our Better Value Safe and Secure Storage, and it is available for as long as you need.
We route through the Channel ports from our Ashford base and transport your belongings directly to your property in Portugal. Full-load and part-load options are available, so you only pay for the space your move requires. See our for more detail.
Four generations of the Strank family have been moving homes and businesses since 1941. David Strank runs the business today from our Ashford depot, with his son Matthew now working alongside him as a remover. The firm holds full British Association of Removers (BAR) membership, including the BAR Advanced Payment scheme logo, and is certified to BS EN 12522, the British Standard for furniture removal services. Our Ashford depot runs 4 trucks, 5 vans and a team of 17 staff, so your move to Portugal is handled by an experienced, properly equipped crew rather than a small subcontracted outfit.
On Referenceline our rating stands at 9.7 out of 10 from 380 reviews since 2007, with 98% of customers saying they would recommend us. On Sirelo and Google we hold a 9.8 rating from 34 reviews. We are also Checkatrade certified and a member of the Furniture and Home Improvement Ombudsman scheme.
We collect from across Kent and the wider South East. Our main departure points for Portugal moves are Ashford, Folkestone, Dover and Canterbury, with collections from Maidstone and Hythe also regularly arranged. For moves originating further afield in the UK, contact us to discuss collection logistics from your address.
The most common destinations for UK to Portugal moves are the Algarve, Lisbon and Porto. Algarve deliveries suit retirees and second-home buyers relocating to the coastal towns of Faro, Albufeira and Lagos. Lisbon and Porto are the primary destinations for professional and family relocations. We plan the Portugal-side route during your survey, confirming access, any building entry restrictions, and the likely delivery window.
Transit times from Kent to the Algarve typically run seven to ten working days for a full-load move. Part-load moves may take longer depending on the consolidation schedule. We confirm the expected window in writing before your collection date.
Since Brexit, moving personal belongings to Portugal requires customs clearance. People relocating permanently can usually claim Transfer of Residence relief, which allows used household goods to enter free of import duty and VAT if the residency and ownership conditions are met. In practice this means a detailed valued inventory, a Portuguese tax number (NIF), and a baggage certificate (certificado de bagagem) issued by the Portuguese consulate in the UK. We guide you on the documentation and coordinate at the border. We are not customs or tax advisers, so we recommend confirming your eligibility with the Portuguese authorities (Autoridade Tributária) or a relocation specialist before the move.
Yes. We handle the complete process from survey and packing through to collection, European transport and delivery to your address in Portugal. Part-load moves are also available if you are moving a smaller volume of belongings. Get a quote for your move.
Transit times from Kent to the Algarve typically run seven to ten working days for a full-load move, with part-load moves taking longer depending on the consolidation schedule. We confirm the expected delivery window during your survey so you can plan your arrival and any temporary accommodation.
Since Brexit, moving belongings to Portugal involves customs clearance. People relocating permanently can usually claim Transfer of Residence relief, which allows used household goods to enter free of import duty and VAT if conditions are met. This requires a valued inventory, a Portuguese tax number (NIF) and a baggage certificate (certificado de bagagem) from the Portuguese consulate. We guide you through it, though we recommend confirming your eligibility with the Portuguese authorities.
Yes. Our Ashford warehouse stores up to 250 containers across 13,000 sq ft. If your completion date slips or you need time to settle before delivery, your belongings are held securely in sealed, individually numbered containers. See our storage page for full details.
Yes. Stranks is BAR-accredited and certified to BS EN 12522, which audits our vehicles, training, processes and storage. We carry appropriate insurance for European relocations, and your move coordinator will confirm the cover levels during the survey.
Yes. We offer full, partial and fragile-only packing. For a long-distance move to Portugal we recommend at least a fragile pack for glassware, artwork and electronics. When our team packs, your belongings are covered under our insurance from the point of packing.
Yes. Kent removals to Portugal are a core part of our European work. Our Ashford depot sits close to the M20 and the Channel ports at Folkestone and Dover, which keeps journey times and transit costs lower than moving from further inland. See our house removals page for more on how we handle residential moves.