Studying in the UK for a semester or a full degree? See what shipping your things from the US actually costs, upfront.
Real international express courier rates + our margin, no markup surprises. Same rate table prices any origin above.
| Weight | Price (GBP) | Effective £/kg |
|---|---|---|
| 5kg | £37 | £7.48/kg |
| 10kg | £56 | £5.58/kg |
| 20kg | £81 | £4.07/kg |
| 30kg | £128 | £4.28/kg |
| 45kg | £152 | £3.39/kg |
We show these separately because most competitors hide them until after signup.
Personal belongings and used items brought in when relocating to study can qualify for Transfer of Residence (ToR1) relief, meaning no import duty or VAT on your own possessions. Most calculators just quote a price. We tell you when you don't need to pay duty at all.
See our free Heathrow customs clearanceWe publish real prices instead of "get a quote" forms, and we handle the customs side most shipping brokers make you figure out alone.
| Gxpresss UK | Typical luggage-forwarders | |
|---|---|---|
| Price shown before signup | Yes, instantly | Usually no, quote after signup |
| Customs guidance included | Yes | Rarely |
| Real courier network | International express partners | Varies |