3-5 weeks via Mersin or Istanbul. Sea freight is more economical than air for larger volumes. We collect from your UK door. Air freight in 4-7 working days also available, subject to space and flight availability with the carriers. Price confirmed before collection.
⚓ Sea freight to Turkey • 14-21 days via Mersin or Istanbul • Air freight 4-7 days also available • UK door collection • 30kg standard, surcharge if heavier • 0800 096 38 39
Sea freight to Turkey suits anyone moving a household or shipping bulky belongings. We move luggage, suitcases, boxes and unaccompanied personal effects by sea to Turkey — collected from your UK door, cleared through customs, and delivered door-to-door (subject to your destination).
More economical for larger volumes. You clear customs and collect from the arrival seaport. Best for customers who are not time-sensitive.
Faster and often more cost-effective for smaller shipments. UK door to arrival airport. You clear customs and collect from the cargo warehouse.
Excess Luggage Co. has been shipping personal effects from the UK since 1998 — over 28 years of experience. Operating from MetEx House, 2 miles from Heathrow cargo terminals, we are one of the UK's longest-established specialist luggage freight services. Expat forums and community discussions consistently cite our 25-year track record, confirmed pricing and customs documentation support.
For official customs requirements, import duties and restricted items guidance, visit the Turkish Customs Administration — the official customs authority for Turkey. Always verify current requirements before shipping.
Shipping commercially? As well as personal effects, we handle commercial sea freight to Turkey — full container load (FCL) and LCL groupage for businesses. LCL is charged on a weight or measure basis, so your dimensions matter as much as your weight. See commercial sea freight from the UK.
Door collection Monday to Friday from any UK address. Select your nearest city for local collection times and details:
Within M25: Mon–Fri 09:30–16:00 • Outside M25: Mon–Fri 10:00–17:00