Professional International Moving Services in Kenya: Moving To and From Kenya Worldwide

Most people planning international moving Kenya have two options: hire a large corporation like AGS or Crown Relo that charges premium prices for a one-size-fits-all service, or try to coordinate the move themselves and get lost in customs paperwork, freight bookings, and overseas logistics.

InMover gives you a third option. As Kenya's first app-based international moving Kenya platform, InMover combines the local expertise of a Kenyan moving company with the global reach of an international freight network, all managed through one app. Whether you need international movers Kenya for a local-to-global move or a global-to-local international relocation Kenya, InMover has you covered.

Here is what makes InMover the best choice for international moving Kenya:

Kenya attracts thousands of expats, returning citizens, and international workers every year, particularly to Nairobi, which is East Africa's largest commercial and diplomatic hub. If you are moving to Kenya from the UK, USA, UAE, or anywhere else in the world, InMover's international moving partners handle the full inbound journey, from packing your home abroad to clearing Kenya customs and delivering to your new Nairobi address.

Kenya Customs for Incoming Household Goods

When moving to Kenya, your household goods can be imported duty-free provided you are a returning Kenyan citizen or an incoming resident with a valid work permit or diplomatic status, and the goods have been owned and used for at least 12 months. New or unused items attract duty at standard Kenya Revenue Authority rates.

Required documents for importing household goods to Kenya include: a valid passport, a Kenya Revenue Authority import declaration, a detailed packing inventory list, a Bill of Lading (sea freight) or Airway Bill (air freight), and a copy of your work permit or residence permit.

Shipping Options to Kenya

Sea freight is the most cost-effective option for large volumes. Goods arrive at Mombasa Port and are cleared through KRA customs before being transported to Nairobi by road, typically adding 3–5 days to the overall delivery time. Air freight to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi is faster but significantly more expensive, and is best used for high-value essential items.

Once Your Goods Arrive in Kenya: InMover Handles the Rest

This is where InMover's local expertise comes in. Once your shipment clears customs at Mombasa Port or JKIA, InMover's vetted local movers take over, transporting your goods from the port or airport to your new home, offloading, unpacking, and setting up your new apartment or house in Nairobi. Read our complete guide to moving to Kenya for full details on what to expect when relocating to Kenya.

When planning international moving from Kenya, the right freight option depends on your timeline, budget, and the volume of goods you are shipping. Here is a breakdown of the main options:

Sea Freight: Best for Most International Moves From Kenya

Sea freight is the most popular and cost-effective option for international moving from Kenya. Goods are packed into a shipping container at your home or a consolidation warehouse and shipped from Mombasa Port to your destination port worldwide.

There are two sea freight options for international moving from Kenya:

LCL sea freight Kenya (Less than Container Load): your goods share a container with other shipments. This is the most affordable sea freight Kenya option for smaller volumes, typically up to 15 cubic metres. Transit times for LCL sea freight Kenya are slightly longer due to consolidation at both ends.

FCL sea freight Kenya (Full Container Load): your goods fill an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container. This is the fastest and most secure sea freight Kenya option and is recommended for 3-bedroom homes and above. Your container is loaded, sealed at your home, and not opened until it reaches your destination.

Air Freight Kenya: Fastest but Most Expensive

Air freight Kenya from JKIA Nairobi reaches international destinations in 3–7 days door to door. Air freight Kenya is significantly more expensive than sea freight Kenya and is best for small, high-value shipments, urgent personal effects, or items needed at your destination before your main sea freight Kenya shipment arrives.

Road Transport: Best for East Africa International Moving Kenya

For international moving Kenya within East Africa (Kenya to Tanzania, Kenya to Uganda, Kenya to Rwanda), road transport is the fastest and most cost-effective option. InMover's cross-border partners handle all border documentation and destination customs for East African international moving Kenya routes.

Kenya customs regulations for international moving Kenya exports are managed by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). Here is a practical overview of what you need to know when shipping household goods from Kenya internationally:

What you can ship from Kenya: Used personal effects and household goods that have been owned for at least 12 months can typically be exported from Kenya without export duty. This includes furniture, clothing, electronics, kitchenware, books, and personal items.

What requires special documentation:

• Vehicles: exporting a vehicle from Kenya requires KRA export documentation, proof of ownership, and settlement of any outstanding duties or taxes.
• Artwork and cultural items: certain Kenyan cultural artefacts and wildlife products cannot be exported. Your InMover freight partner will advise on specific items.
• Electronics: high-value electronics should be listed on the packing inventory with serial numbers for customs purposes.

What you cannot ship:

• Wildlife products, ivory, and items made from protected species
• Counterfeit goods
• Certain controlled substances and medications without documentation
• Cash above the legally permitted export limit

Your InMover international freight partner handles all Kenya Revenue Authority export documentation as part of your international relocation Kenya service. This includes the export declaration, packing inventory, and coordination with KRA customs officials at Mombasa Port or JKIA. We strongly recommend not attempting to manage Kenya customs documentation independently for an international move. Errors or omissions cause significant delays and can result in fines.

InMover operates as Kenya's first app-based international moving platform. Our international movers Kenya network handles every stage of overseas moving Kenya. Here is exactly how the process works when you book international moving through InMover:

1. Step 1: Book on the InMover App. Open the app and select International Moving. Enter your origin address in Kenya, your destination country and city, an estimate of your household volume, and your preferred moving timeline. Get an instant quote range for your international moving Kenya move.
2. Step 2: Choose Your Freight Partner. InMover matches you with available, vetted international freight partners who have handled your specific route. View each partner's profile, read reviews from other customers who have moved on the same route, and select the partner that best fits your needs and timeline.
3. Step 3: Pre-Move Survey. Your chosen InMover freight partner conducts a home survey, either in person or via video, to assess the volume of goods, identify any items requiring specialist packing or crating, and finalise your international moving quote.
4. Step 4: Professional Packing. On packing day, InMover's local mover partners pack your entire home using export-grade packing materials. Every box is labelled and inventoried. Fragile items are wrapped and crated. Furniture is disassembled and wrapped. A complete packing inventory is prepared for customs purposes.
5. Step 5: First-Mile Logistics. Packed goods are loaded onto an InMover truck and transported to Mombasa Port (sea freight) or JKIA (air freight). All Kenya Revenue Authority export documentation is prepared and submitted by your freight partner.
6. Step 6: International Shipping and Tracking. Track your shipment in real-time from the InMover app. See when your container departs Mombasa, track its ocean journey, and receive notifications when it arrives at the destination port.
7. Step 7: Destination Customs and Delivery. Your InMover freight partner coordinates with licensed destination country customs brokers to clear your goods through destination customs. Once cleared, local delivery partners transport your belongings to your new home, unpack, and set up.

Book your international move in Kenya on the InMover app today.

International moving cost Kenya varies significantly based on destination, volume, freight method, and services. For overseas moving Kenya planning, here is a realistic guide to international moving cost Kenya for the most popular routes:

Sea Freight Kenya: LCL (Shared Container) International Moving Cost Kenya

• Moving from Kenya to UK: USD 800–1,800 (5–15 cubic metres)
• Moving from Kenya to UAE: USD 500–1,200 (5–15 cubic metres)
• Moving from Kenya to USA: USD 1,200–2,500 (5–15 cubic metres)
• Moving from Kenya to Australia: USD 1,500–3,000 (5–15 cubic metres)
• Moving from Kenya to Canada: USD 1,400–2,800 (5–15 cubic metres)
• Moving from Kenya to Germany: USD 900–2,000 (5–15 cubic metres)
• Moving from Kenya to South Africa: USD 400–900 (5–15 cubic metres)

Sea Freight Kenya: FCL International Moving Cost Kenya

• Container shipping from Kenya, 20-foot container: USD 2,500–5,000 depending on destination
• Container shipping from Kenya, 40-foot container: USD 3,500–7,000 depending on destination

Air Freight Kenya International Moving Cost Kenya

Air freight Kenya is charged per kilogram. Rates range from USD 4–12 per kg depending on destination. A 100kg air freight Kenya shipment to the UK costs approximately USD 400–800.

These are indicative international moving cost Kenya prices. Your exact international moving cost Kenya quote depends on your specific origin, volume, destination, and services required. Get your exact international moving cost Kenya on the InMover app.