"Honestly, the relief I felt when everything arrived in Dublin was overwhelming. After months of planning this move, having one thing go perfectly smoothly almost made me cry."
International Moves: Ship Your Personal Effects Overseas
Flat-rate overseas shipping for personal effects and household goods — without the cost of a full container.
Step 1 of 3 · Shipment
Thanks — we got your quote request.
We'll be in touch within one working day, usually the same day. Check your inbox for a confirmation email.
10,000+ Shipments Delivered
Tens of thousands of successful international moves from the US to destinations worldwide — including Ireland, the UK, and Europe.
In Business Since 2004
20+ years moving households and freight from the US to destinations across Europe and beyond.
Door-to-Door Service
We collect from your US home and deliver to your new front door. You handle nothing in between.
Flat-Rate Packages
One price covers everything — pickup, ocean transit, customs clearance, and final delivery.
Moving overseas is one of the biggest decisions you will ever make. Whether you are relocating to Ireland to be closer to family, starting a new chapter in the UK, or taking a career opportunity in Europe, shipping personal items internationally should not add to the stress. City Post Express has been helping people make small international moves for over 20 years, and our door-to-door international shipping service is designed specifically for those who need to ship more than a few suitcases but less than a full container.
Our mini move service handles shipments of 20 or more boxes, along with small furniture items, personal effects, and household goods. We use co-load and partial container options to give you the cost efficiency of shared shipping without sacrificing the security of your belongings. Every item is inventoried, professionally handled, and tracked from your door in the US to your new home abroad.
Flat-rate pricing means you know exactly what you are paying before we pick up a single box. No hidden surcharges, no surprise customs fees, no bait-and-switch quotes. As an FMC-licensed freight forwarder (License #034938), we operate under strict federal regulations that protect you as a consumer. Our experience is your experience — and after tens of thousands of successful moves, we know exactly how to get your life from here to there.
We handle everything from initial consultation and packing guidance through customs clearance and final delivery. You focus on the exciting part of starting your new life. We handle the heavy lifting — literally.
Who Is This For?
Anyone relocating overseas from the US who needs to ship personal effects, household goods, and small furniture. Ideal for individuals and families moving to Ireland, the UK, or anywhere in Europe — whether you're an expat moving home or starting a new chapter abroad.
Ready to Get Started?
Get a free, no-obligation quote today.
Get a QuoteNo obligation. Response within 24 hours.
Why This Service Works
Built around what actually matters when you are shipping your life overseas.
Flat-Rate, No Surprises
You know the exact cost before we pick up a single box. No volume surcharges, no fuel adjustments, no customs handling fees added after the fact.
Dedicated Move Coordinator
One real person manages your entire move from initial quote to final delivery. No call centers, no ticket systems — just a direct line to someone who knows your name and your shipment.
Co-Load Efficiency
Share container space with other shipments to keep costs down without compromising the security of your belongings. Every item is individually inventoried and separated.
Complete Customs Handling
We prepare and file all customs documentation, including Transfer of Residence applications for duty-free import where eligible.
How International Moves Works
Our simple process gets your belongings where they need to be
Get Your Free Quote
Tell us where you are moving, roughly how many boxes and items you have, and when you need them to arrive. We will provide a flat-rate quote with no hidden fees — usually within 24 hours.
Pack and Prepare
We provide detailed packing guidelines and a full inventory checklist. You can pack yourself or arrange professional packing through us. We will schedule a convenient pickup date at your US address.
We Ship and Clear Customs
Your belongings are securely loaded into a shared container, shipped across the Atlantic, and cleared through customs at the destination. We handle all documentation and duties paperwork on your behalf.
Delivery to Your New Home
Once cleared, your shipment is delivered to your new address. You will receive tracking updates throughout the journey so you always know where your belongings are.
What's Included in Every Shipment
A complete door-to-door service — no surprise add-ons.
Not Sure What You Need?
Tell us what you are shipping and where. We will recommend the right service and give you a clear, flat-rate quote.
Get a Free QuoteNo obligation. Response within 24 hours.
Why Choose City Post Express
Choosing who ships your personal belongings overseas is a big decision. Here is why thousands of families and individuals trust us.
20+ Years on These Routes
We have been shipping personal effects from the US to Ireland, the UK, and Europe since 2004. That experience means fewer delays, better rates, and the confidence that comes from having done this tens of thousands of times.
Your Money is Protected
Your shipment and your deposit are backed by a federal bond and full consumer protection. We are federally licensed, which means strict financial responsibility standards — so your money is safe from the moment you book.
Irish-Owned, Personal Touch
Founded by Robert Swords, City Post Express is built on relationships, not call volumes. You deal with real people who understand what it means to move your life overseas — because we have done it ourselves.
Where Are You Moving To?
Door-to-door shipping worldwide. The following are some of the most popular destinations. For any destinations, our services include shipping options, transit times, customs and duty-relief information, packing tips, and flat-rate pricing.
Australia
The long haul done right. Ocean and air freight from the US to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and every postcode in between — biosecurity and customs handled.
Explore AustraliaCanada
From the Midwest to Montreal, Texas to Toronto — we've been shipping personal belongings from the US to Canada for 20+ years. Cross-border trucking,, and air — one flat rate, no border headaches.
Explore CanadaGermany
Europe's largest economy — we get your belongings to Germany safely and clear them through the Zollamt without issue.
Explore GermanyMexico
Shipping personal belongings from the US to Mexico — with the Menaje de Casa paperwork sorted, customs cleared, and your boxes delivered to your door anywhere from Tijuana to Tulum.
Explore MexicoNorway
Moving to Norway from the USA — flat-rate, door-to-door shipping with Tolletaten customs (flyttegods) handled for you. 20+ years on the US-to-Europe route, Irish-owned.
Explore NorwayPoland
Shipping to Poland from the US — flat-rate, door-to-door, with the customs paperwork (mienie przesiedlenia) prepared for you. 20+ years on the route, Irish-owned.
Explore PolandPortugal
To Lisbon, Porto and the Algarve — door-to-door shipping to Portugal with customs, Certificado de Bagagem and delivery handled.
Explore PortugalUnited Kingdom
Post-Brexit customs changes? We have you covered. Ship to England, Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland with confidence.
Explore United KingdomHelpful Shipping Guides
Written by our team based on real shipments and customs experience.
Moving to Ireland from the US — Shipping Guide
Everything you need to know about moving to Ireland from the US — shipping costs, transit times, Transfer of Residence duty relief, customs clearance, and practical tips from a company that has been shipping personal belongings to Ireland for over 25 years.
Cheapest Way to Ship Overseas from the US
Compare the cheapest ways to ship overseas from the US — USPS, FedEx, UPS, DHL, and ocean freight — with real pricing for 2025–2026. Includes cost comparison tables, tips to reduce international shipping costs, and a decision framework for choosing the right method based on your shipment size.
Moving to Spain from the US — Complete Shipping Guide
Everything you need to know about moving to Spain from the US — shipping options, costs, customs regulations, visa requirements, and a step-by-step timeline. From City Post Express, your FMC-licensed international shipping partner.
What Our Customers Say
Real feedback from people who trusted us with their international move.
"After comparing four different international movers, City Post Express was the only one that gave us a flat rate with zero asterisks. The others all had fuel surcharges, customs handling fees, or vague estimates that kept changing."
"Third time using CPE. Will not use anyone else."
"My mother-in-law recommended City Post Express after she used them for her own move to Kilkenny. Now I understand why she would not stop talking about them. Genuinely seamless from start to finish."
"Robert walked me through the customs paperwork line by line. I had no idea what a Transfer of Residence form was, and he made it completely painless. My 28 boxes cleared Irish customs without a single issue."
"I was terrified about shipping my grandmother's china overseas. They packed each piece individually and everything — every single piece — arrived without a scratch. That meant more to me than I can say."
"Got quotes from three companies. One was double the price. Another could not give me a firm number. CPE gave me a flat rate on the phone and stuck to it."
"Moving home after twelve years in the States was emotional enough. Jennifer made the logistics the one part I did not have to worry about. She even called to check in after delivery."
"Straightforward and professional. Twenty-two boxes door to door in under four weeks."
"My sister used City Post last year and told me not to bother looking anywhere else. She was right. Same great experience — they clearly do this at a high level consistently."
"We were worried about timing — our lease ended August 1st and we needed everything in Cork by September. Robert coordinated the whole schedule and our boxes were waiting for us when we landed."
"Honestly, the relief I felt when everything arrived in Dublin was overwhelming. After months of planning this move, having one thing go perfectly smoothly almost made me cry."
"After comparing four different international movers, City Post Express was the only one that gave us a flat rate with zero asterisks. The others all had fuel surcharges, customs handling fees, or vague estimates that kept changing."
"Third time using CPE. Will not use anyone else."
"My mother-in-law recommended City Post Express after she used them for her own move to Kilkenny. Now I understand why she would not stop talking about them. Genuinely seamless from start to finish."
"Robert walked me through the customs paperwork line by line. I had no idea what a Transfer of Residence form was, and he made it completely painless. My 28 boxes cleared Irish customs without a single issue."
"I was terrified about shipping my grandmother's china overseas. They packed each piece individually and everything — every single piece — arrived without a scratch. That meant more to me than I can say."
"Got quotes from three companies. One was double the price. Another could not give me a firm number. CPE gave me a flat rate on the phone and stuck to it."
"Moving home after twelve years in the States was emotional enough. Jennifer made the logistics the one part I did not have to worry about. She even called to check in after delivery."
"Straightforward and professional. Twenty-two boxes door to door in under four weeks."
"My sister used City Post last year and told me not to bother looking anywhere else. She was right. Same great experience — they clearly do this at a high level consistently."
"We were worried about timing — our lease ended August 1st and we needed everything in Cork by September. Robert coordinated the whole schedule and our boxes were waiting for us when we landed."
"No drama. No surprises. Just a well-run operation that does what they say they will do."
"The biggest worry I had was customs duties eating into my budget. City Post handled my Transfer of Residence application and I ended up paying zero duty on everything. That alone saved me a fortune."
"A friend from my expat group in Paris recommended CPE, and now I have recommended them to three more people. The French customs process seemed daunting but they handled every piece of documentation."
"Jennifer was incredible. She answered every panicked email I sent — and there were a lot of them — with patience and actual answers, not canned responses."
"I keep telling people: the flat rate is real. What they quoted is what I paid. After getting burned by hidden fees with a different company on a previous move, that meant everything."
"Used them two years ago for a small shipment and came back for the full mini move this time. Exact same level of service both times."
"Robert personally called me when my shipment cleared UK customs. That kind of individual attention from an actual person — not a chatbot, not a ticket system — is why I chose them."
"Packed up 24 boxes of my life and handed them over to people I found online. Sounds terrifying when I put it that way, but from the first phone call I trusted them completely. Every box arrived perfect."
"Comparing their quote to what I paid in excess baggage fees on my last international move — I wish I had known about CPE sooner. Five boxes on a flight cost me more than 26 boxes with City Post."
"My cousin in Galway used them. My aunt in Dublin used them. Now I have used them. It is the family-approved moving company at this point."
"Everything about this company is built around removing stress. The tracking, the communication, the flat pricing — it all just works. Moved 30 boxes and never once felt anxious about it."
"No drama. No surprises. Just a well-run operation that does what they say they will do."
"The biggest worry I had was customs duties eating into my budget. City Post handled my Transfer of Residence application and I ended up paying zero duty on everything. That alone saved me a fortune."
"A friend from my expat group in Paris recommended CPE, and now I have recommended them to three more people. The French customs process seemed daunting but they handled every piece of documentation."
"Jennifer was incredible. She answered every panicked email I sent — and there were a lot of them — with patience and actual answers, not canned responses."
"I keep telling people: the flat rate is real. What they quoted is what I paid. After getting burned by hidden fees with a different company on a previous move, that meant everything."
"Used them two years ago for a small shipment and came back for the full mini move this time. Exact same level of service both times."
"Robert personally called me when my shipment cleared UK customs. That kind of individual attention from an actual person — not a chatbot, not a ticket system — is why I chose them."
"Packed up 24 boxes of my life and handed them over to people I found online. Sounds terrifying when I put it that way, but from the first phone call I trusted them completely. Every box arrived perfect."
"Comparing their quote to what I paid in excess baggage fees on my last international move — I wish I had known about CPE sooner. Five boxes on a flight cost me more than 26 boxes with City Post."
"My cousin in Galway used them. My aunt in Dublin used them. Now I have used them. It is the family-approved moving company at this point."
"Everything about this company is built around removing stress. The tracking, the communication, the flat pricing — it all just works. Moved 30 boxes and never once felt anxious about it."
International Moves — Frequently Asked Questions
Other Services That Might Suit You
Ocean Freight
The most cost-effective way to ship a full household overseas. Shared or full container options, 4–6 weeks transit, customs clearance included.
Learn MoreStudent Shipping
Heading to college in Ireland or the UK? Ship your boxes door-to-door from anywhere in the US. Affordable flat-rate packages designed for students.
Learn MoreFurther reading
Moving to France from the US — Complete Shipping Guide
Complete guide to moving to France from the US. Covers shipping options (ocean freight, air freight, mini moves), costs, French customs regulations including the franchise douaniere transfer of residence exemption, visa types, cost of living, healthcare, and step-by-step settling-in advice from a freight forwarder with 25+ years of experience.
Customs Clearance for International Shipping: Complete Guide
Complete guide to customs clearance for international shipping from the US to Europe. Covers the customs clearance process step by step, Transfer of Residence duty-free rules, country-by-country requirements for Ireland, UK, Germany, France, Spain, and Italy, required documents, timelines, duties and taxes, and prohibited items.
Transfer of Residence Relief: The Complete Guide
How to bring your household goods into Ireland, the UK or the EU duty-free under Transfer of Residence Relief. Rules, forms, timing, by destination.
Moving to Ireland from the US — Shipping Guide
Everything you need to know about moving to Ireland from the US — shipping costs, transit times, Transfer of Residence duty relief, customs clearance, and practical tips from a company that has been shipping personal belongings to Ireland for over 25 years.
Ready to Ship a Few Rooms Overseas?
Tell us how many boxes you're moving and where. We'll send a flat-rate mini-move quote within 24 hours — pickup, ocean freight, customs, and door delivery included.
No obligation. No hidden fees. Just honest, flat-rate shipping.