For secure, professional, and stress-free international relocations.
• Your own Move Manager
• Fully trained and vetted staff
• Family business for four generations
• Free home or virtual survey
• IAM, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & 45001 accredited
• Superior quality packing materials
• Fully electronic inventories
• Depots in the UK, Madrid, Barcelona & Malaga
• Your own Move Manager
• IAM, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 & 45001 accredited
• Fully trained and vetted staff
• Free home or virtual survey
• Family business for four generations
• Superior quality packing materials
• Fully electronic inventories
• Depots in UK, Madrid, Barcelona & Malaga
Do you need removals to Kenya or removals from Kenya to the UK? Shipping household goods from the UK to Kenya can be stressful, but we have the removals expertise to meet all your relocation needs.
From Newcastle to Nairobi or Mombasa to Milton Keynes; let Matthew James take the stress out of your move.
Our International Groupage service is a cost-effective way to safely move your goods overseas. Your costs are minimised by sharing the container with other clients’ consignments, meaning you also share the costs. All consignments enjoy our Platinum Service as standard, meaning they are expertly packed, wrapped and electronically inventoried, to ensure their safe arrival. It’s an excellent service for movers with more flexible dates who require the excellent Matthew James service performed in the most cost-effective way.
Our FCL (Full Container Load) service offers you the exclusive use of a dedicated shipping container, ensuring your goods are securely packed, handled with the utmost care, and transported directly to your destination. Every item is expertly packed, platinum wrapped and electronically inventoried for complete transparency and peace of mind. By minimising both transit time and handling, our FCL service provides a faster, safer and more efficient shipping solution tailored to your needs.
When time is of the upmost priority, our Airfreight service is the perfect solution for transporting smaller consignments quickly and efficiently. Enjoy faster delivery times, with most shipments arriving anywhere in the world within just 14–21 days. Each item is carefully platinum-wrapped, expertly packed and fully electronically inventoried by Matthew James, for complete security and peace of mind. Your belongings are flown directly to your required destination before being handled by one of our trusted partners, ensuring a smooth, safe, and swift delivery every time.
How it works
At Matthew James Removals we have the local knowledge and industry experience to manage all of your relocation needs, wherever in Kenya you choose to move. With 3 generations of experience and shipping partners across the globe, you can be sure you’re in the most capable hands when using Matthew James Removals for removals to Kenya or removals from Kenya to the UK.
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We know you’re packing up your world by making the big move. But when you choose Matthew James, you can rest assured your treasured possessions are safe with us.
With dedicated vehicles that require minimal loading and reloading, plus a team of in-house removals specialists dedicated to the careful handling of every box, you can rely on our team to look after every item, large or small.
Choose our bespoke crating service for precious items, or make use of our robust, extra-strength boxes to protect your items on the road. Got a high-value item you’re worried about? Whether it’s a designer piece of furniture or your beloved jewellery box, your Move Manager will work with you to organise the perfect packing solution.
Daring to do things the old-fashioned way, our international relocation service ensureswe’re always in control of your precious cargo and are accessible when you need us.
We provide a free survey in order to build a bespoke quote tailored to your requirements. We can either visit you in person at your home, or if you prefer, we can conduct a virtual survey online.
Upon your first contact, you will be allocated your own Move Manager who will oversee your move from start to finish. This give you a personal touch and helping you with anything you may need along the way.
With Ann, in her 80s, completing day-to-day quality assurance checks, Matthew and his sister Rachel as directors overseeing the smooth running of the operation, Owen, Matthew’s son on the frontline in Europe and, finally, Owen’s son Rowan showing a keen interest in trucks, the Matthew James passion is stronger than ever!
We are one of the few companies who can safely say that the vast majority of our work is handled in-house by our own crews. Your move will not be outsourced to the cheapest provider, meaning your move remains in our control, every step of the way.
Shipping abroad can be complex with each country’s customs requirements and local regulations being different. The precise cost for shipping or air freight will depend on the exact size (and sometimes the weight) of your consignment.
We recommend air freight if you require your effects promptly. If you wish to ship most or all of your household effect we recommend FCL (Full Container Load) for your removals to Kenya.
For smaller shipments, we recommend our part load (groupage) service as the most practical and cost effective option. The exact price will depend on the cubic capacity, container size, and service required. Part loads will be returned to our warehouse for consolidation and loading. Full load, FCL (Full Containers Load) are loaded at our warehouse as we have bespoke level loading bay facilities here on site.
Our expert packing service provides a detailed Electronic inventory for customs and is suitable for use with ‘all risk’ marine insurance cover.
At Matthew James Removals we offer regular removals to Kenya and from Kenya to the UK, throughout the year. From FCL (full container load) to Groupage services, we offer a service to meet your requirements. Our expertise, know-how, local knowledge and our partners across the globe make us the obvious choice for moving to Kenya.
Our company has been accredited to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001. We are members of the IAM (international Association of Movers), the world’s largest trade association for the global moving industry and we were the first removal company to be awarded the FORS GOLD accreditation.
All of our depots across the UK & Europe offer fully containerised storage facilities in modern, monitored and secure warehouses. If you need storage in between your collection and delivery, we can provide. If you require storage outside of Europe, we can arrange this for you at a competitive rate through our vast and trusted partner network.
We can arrange a bespoke insurance policy aligned with your Bronze, Silver, Gold or Platinum service ensuring that your treasured possessions are covered in the unlikely event of an accident occurring. Please speak to your designated Move Manager who can guide you through this process and advise you accordingly.
Matthew James Removal have been helping families move home locally for over a century. When moving to a new house, it’s helpful to have a specialist to guide and advise you.
Situated in East Africa, Kenya is a diverse and culturally renowned country with more than forty ethnic groups, varied landscapes, and, of course, famous the world over for its abundant wildlife. A very proud country, Kenya stresses the importance of national solidarity through a motto of “Harambee” which means ‘pulling together’.
The backbone of Kenya’s economy is agriculture, which employs over fifty percent of the population, and is a major exporter of tea and coffee. Due to its unique landscape and fascinating wildlife, the country is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Africa, so the tourism is massive, and the service industry contributes sixty three percent to the country’s GDP. The country also contains significant mineral resources, and whilst the industry is still in its relatively infancy, there are plans to significantly develop this in the coming years. Oil is also a growing industry and has garnered the investment from both local and international investors. Overall, Kenya is an economic on the brink of significant growth, so it’s important to think entrepreneurly in order to succeed. The two official languages are English and Swahili, but many Kenyans speak their ethnic language.
The transport system in Kenya is affordable and accessible but can be unreliable at times. The most common mode of transport are the Matatus which are mini-buses that can be waved down anywhere along their fixed routes. Buses operate on longer routes between cities, and Body-bodas are motorcycle taxis that a very common for short trips. Kenya’s railway system is limited but available between the major cities.
The country has many great places to call home, each with a unique character. Nairobi is the capital of Kenya and is also its largest city, due to it being a major economic and cultural centre. it is for this reason that it is a popular choice for expats. Mombasa is a coastal city with a laid-back atmosphere, with great places to live for those who love beachfront living. Kisumu is a growing city with a vibrant culture and is known for its beautiful sunsets and lake views.
The government of Kenya has made drastic improvements to the education system in the country, both in terms of access and quality. Primary is the only mandatory schooling in the country which lasts for eight years, but there are a variety of options for continued education. International schools might be your best option, however. the International School of Kenya, Nairobi International, and Hillcrest International are all great options.
It will come as no surprise that Safari is one of the must-do experiences in the country, with the Maasai Mara being top of that list as a great way to see Kenya’s diverse wildlife. The country also has some of the best beaches in Africa, with destinations including Diani and Watamu. Expats should also familiarise themselves with the diverse ethnic culture in Kenya by visiting local cultural traditions. To see most of the country in the shortest time, a hot air balloon ride will provide a magical experience.
If you need reputable and trustworthy removals to Kenya or from Kenya to the UK then please get in touch or fill in the quick free quote form on our website, it only takes 60 seconds! Alternatively if you need international removals to anywhere in the world then again just get in touch or fill out the form. If you need removals it has to be Matthew James.
Whether you’re shipping your summer wardrobe, your beloved family heirloom — or even the kitchen sink! — our customer team will be happy to help.
