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5 Technical Facts About Our Part-Load Service to Lisbon and Porto

Posted on 26th March 2026 at 06:25
If you are moving a smaller home or just a few key pieces of furniture to Portugal, you likely don’t need a massive 40-foot lorry all to yourself. This is where our part-load service, often called groupage, comes in. 
 
At Movers International, we’ve been running these routes for 30 years, and we know that the secret to a smooth move lies in the technical details. 
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Moving Furniture to France in 2026: Why Your New Sofa Might Cost You Extra

Posted on 19th March 2026 at 12:15
If you are planning a move to the French countryside or a chic Parisian apartment this year, you likely have a long to-do list. Between sorting out visas and finding the perfect bakery, the logistics of moving furniture to France can quickly become overwhelming. One of the most common surprises for our clients at Movers International in 2026 isn't the ferry crossing or the narrow streets; it is the French customs office’s fascination with your receipts. 
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The 2026 TIE Appointment Crisis: Why Your Removal Date Should Not Be Your Move-In Date

Posted on 11th March 2026 at 12:09
Moving to Spain used to be about finding the right house and the right school. In 2026, it is about finding the right computer screen, specifically the one that shows an available residency appointment. At Movers International, we have seen a massive shift this year. The Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero (TIE) system is currently stuck in a massive bottleneck. If you try to time your arrival perfectly with your furniture, you might find yourself in a bit of a legal muddle. 
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Avoiding the 2026 Portuguese Tax Trap: The Baggage Certificate Guide

Posted on 2nd March 2026 at 12:42
Relocating to the home of petiscos and perpetual sunshine is a dream for many, but there are some pointed edges to the post-Brexit world that have made the dream a little more complicated. Perhaps one of the most common traps that expats find themselves caught up in relates to the very straightforward process of importing one's own used items into the country. 
 
If the necessary documentation isn't in order, the Portuguese tax authority (Autoridade Tributária e Aduaneira) may consider your 10-year-old dining table to be a brand new import, and you'll be hit with a whopping 23% VAT charge. 
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