Removals in Mallorca

There is no standard rate - the price depends chiefly on volume, the type of transport and how accessible both properties are. A dedicated lorry (full load) is the fastest but most expensive option, while a part load, which shares lorry space with other removals on the same route, is almost always the most economical choice for smaller volumes. Reputable firms only quote a written fixed price after a survey or video walkthrough, and that quote should include the ferry crossing, loading and unloading, and any parking permits.

For smaller volumes - a flat's worth of belongings or just a few pieces of furniture - a part load is nearly always the cheapest route: your goods share the lorry with other removals on the same line to the island, in exchange for a flexible delivery window of several days to a few weeks. A DIY move with a hire van and ferry only makes sense with very little to carry; as soon as proper furniture is involved, a removal firm usually works out better value.

Not if you are moving from within the EU: Mallorca is part of Spain and the EU single market, so there are no customs formalities for personal household goods. Moves from outside the EU follow different rules, so clarify the paperwork with your removal firm early in that case. For EU moves, the real planning effort lies in ferry schedules, timing and choosing the right removal company.

Look for a firm with a regular, fixed route to Mallorca - it shows in realistic delivery windows - and insist on a quote based on a survey or video walkthrough rather than a guess over the phone. Ask about transport insurance at replacement value: hauliers' statutory liability is calculated by weight and comes nowhere near covering valuable household goods. Finally, get a written fixed price that expressly includes the ferry, loading and unloading, parking restrictions and carrying distances - hidden extras are the classic cost trap.

The ferry sets the rhythm: booking or weather delays can shift delivery by days, and in summer both ferries and removal firms are frequently fully booked - the off-season from October to April is calmer and often cheaper. In old-town locations such as Palma, Sóller or Pollença, narrow lanes call for no-parking permits and sometimes a furniture lift, which good firms arrange with the local council. Many companies also offer storage on the island if your new home is not ready yet.