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From the Netherlands to Australia · De Bresser since 1923

Moving to Australia Your belongings, well prepared

Take your furniture, books and favourite things with you when moving to Australia. We discuss what goes, how we protect it and how to prepare for customs and biosecurity.

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Tell us where you are moving from, where you are going and when. We will discuss your belongings and the options for a pre-move survey.

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  • Since 1923 in Oisterwijkmore than a hundred years of moving experience

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Taking your things to Australia

Start in the shed and storeroom too

If you are moving to Australia from the Netherlands, give the bike in the shed as much attention as the sofa in the living room. What will you take, what stays behind and what do you need straight after arrival? We go through your belongings with you before we propose how to ship them.

During the survey, show us your camping gear, garden furniture and wooden items as well. Anything used outdoors needs cleaning before it is packed, and we talk that through with you. For a large wardrobe, we measure the parts and look at the protection and dismantling it needs.

De Bresser takes care of the inventory list. Every item and box gets a number, and we record what each box contains. You receive your own copy, and where needed we use the list for customs. If you pack a few personal boxes yourself, simply tell us what is in them.

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Read the moving terms beforehand (Dutch PDF).

De Bresser mover packing crockery by the patio doors

Things to arrange

Show us your outdoor things too

Have bikes, camping gear, garden furniture and wooden items ready for the survey, even if they are still in the shed. Note what any unusual pieces are made of, so we can discuss them in advance.

No boxes marked 'miscellaneous'

Packing a few personal boxes yourself? Write down what each one holds, without catch-all words like 'miscellaneous'. Pass those details on to us and we put the contents on the numbered inventory list.

Measure large furniture

Measure large wardrobes, beds and tables and note whether they come apart. During the survey, discuss what protection suits them for the long voyage and which pieces need dismantling and reassembly (page in Dutch).

Packing and securing

From clean shed items to a custom-made crate

You clean your outdoor items before packing and let them dry properly. We then protect your household goods for the sea voyage to Australia.

Furniture, glassware and tools get a full layer of bubble wrap, corrugated cardboard and packing paper. Special pieces go in a custom-made crate if they call for it, and everything is firmly secured in the container. Each box's contents go on the numbered inventory list, so an inspected box can be traced.

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Wooden transport crate in a warehouse, with wrapping film and protected items inside
Custom crate for special items
Container with stacked furniture and packages wrapped in white
Packed household goods in the sea container
Open load space of a removal van with wrapped panels and ratchet straps
Panels wrapped in the removal van

  • Corrugated cardboard

    for edges, corners and whole items

  • Bubble wrap

    a soft layer for glass and lacquered surfaces

  • Boxes with packing paper

    for crockery and small items

Your points of contact

Your team for the move to Australia

Do you have things from the shed, new purchases or a home that only becomes available later? Henry, Marjolein and Timo note those details in your international move file. They coordinate the planning and documents with you and the partner agents involved.

  • Portrait of Henry Stolk, international move coordinator at De Bresser

    Henry Stolk

    International move coordinator

    Henry maintains contact with international partner agents. He helps coordinate the transport with the work at the destination.

  • Portrait of Marjolein van Helmond, file coordinator/agent network at De Bresser

    Marjolein van Helmond

    File coordinator/Agent network

    Marjolein oversees international moving files from request to delivery. She keeps track of the arrangements and stays in touch with the partner agents involved.

  • Portrait of Timo van der Schans, international move coordinator at De Bresser

    Timo van der Schans

    International move coordinator

    Timo coordinates international moves. He aligns the schedule with you and the partner agents, even if arrival or delivery changes.

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Preparing your departure

Clean and dry first, then pack

Take your time with the things you use outdoors. Mud in a bike tyre, soil under a flowerpot or leftovers in the barbecue should not end up in the packaging. Let cleaned items dry completely, and tell us in advance about anything made of wood, plant material or animal material.

Australia's agriculture department, DAFF, explains which items need attention when preparing your personal effects. Check anything you are unsure about before packing. Thorough cleaning does not replace a possible inspection on arrival.

Your flight and your belongings each follow their own schedule. Discuss which things you will need yourself in the first weeks and when you can get into your new home. For an apartment, that includes arrangements for the goods lift and a loading bay.

If you must leave your current home before the new one is ready, we look at temporary storage (in Dutch). Moving back to the Netherlands works differently.

De Bresser removal van and delivery van at a building

Plan together

Plan the cleaning

Clean bikes, garden tools and the barbecue before packing day and let them dry completely. Allow plenty of time, so nothing goes into a box wet. Handing items over clean does not rule out an inspection once they reach Australia.

Flag uncertain items early

Unsure about items made of wood, plant material or animal material? Set them aside and tell us before the boxes are sealed. That way, we can check whether they are allowed in before everything is packed.

Your shipment comes later

Your belongings will not arrive at the same time as your flight. Pack documents, medicines and things for the first weeks in your own luggage. Moving into an apartment? Ask ahead about the goods lift and a loading bay.

Australian import rules

Customs and biosecurity are two separate checks

Belongings that travel separately from you fall under the rules for unaccompanied personal effects. Discuss the documents and any risk items before the shipment leaves. A customs concession does not mean the biosecurity check is waived.

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Sydney Opera House

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Import information checked on 19 October 2026. The conditions depend on your situation and the goods in your shipment.

  • Form B534 and your list of goods

    For unaccompanied personal effects, the Australian Border Force requires form B534, a statement in your name, which we prepare and you sign. Shipping documents and a packing list go with it, among other paperwork. For the duty-free concession, furniture and household goods normally need at least twelve months of personal ownership and use before departure, whatever your citizenship or visa. Report new purchases separately; customs decides whether you and your goods meet the conditions.

    ABF: unaccompanied personal effects

  • Items with soil, plants or wood

    DAFF reviews the documents and may inspect the goods. Declare garden equipment, outdoor sports gear and wooden items, among others. Check that uncertain items are allowed before packing. Treatment, re-export or destruction may be needed, at a cost.

    DAFF: personal effects and biosecurity

  • A clear description for every box

    A label such as ‘miscellaneous’ tells an inspector very little. Let us know what is in your personal boxes and what any unusual items are made of. We record the contents and box numbers on the inventory list, so inspected items can be traced.

    DAFF: preparing and describing goods

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What does moving to Australia cost?

The volume of your belongings, the packing and the transport you choose determine much of the price. Access at both addresses and any storage also count. Ask for the quote to state which handling and inspection costs are included and which depend on the assessment in Australia.

How we map out your move

  1. By phone or WhatsApp

    You call or message us on WhatsApp about your departure address, destination and belongings. Together we work out what is needed for the quote.

  2. By video survey

    Walk us through what you are taking during a video survey. Handy if you are already in Australia yourself.

  3. Home visit

    We discuss whether an adviser can visit you to look at your belongings and access.

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Packing and transport

Protection for the entire route

Shipping furniture to Australia? A tabletop, glassware and your tools each need different protection. For an international move we recommend letting us do the packing. We use bubble wrap, corrugated cardboard and packing paper, protect corners and fill empty spaces. For special pieces we can arrange custom-made crates.

We agree what happens in the Netherlands, in transit and on delivery of your sea freight (page in Dutch). Ask which handling charges are included and how any inspection, treatment or storage is charged. Have the insurance for transport and storage set down in writing too, with the conditions for your belongings.

On the Dutch side, household goods going to Australia need an export declaration and an inventory list, as Dutch Customs explains (in Dutch). De Bresser prepares the list and handles all customs formalities for your move. You supply the personal details, documents and signature required. Visa rules depend on your nationality; our guide to emigrating to Australia is in Dutch and written for Dutch nationals.

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For your move

Compare like for like

Comparing movers to Australia? Check which work in the Netherlands and in Australia the price covers, and how extra costs are agreed if, say, storage is needed or the delivery changes.

Which items and which route?

Discuss the value of your belongings and special items. Make sure you have in writing what cover and conditions apply during collection, transport, any storage and delivery.

Prepare your departure too

Besides the transport, you also have your own departure arrangements to make. Read more about moving abroad (in Dutch). Keep personal documents and things for the first few days separate.

More services

What help suits your move?

Packing help, assembly and storage are all up for discussion. We record what your move to Australia includes. An overview of all our moving services is available in Dutch, as are the service pages below.

  • Full-service move

    Leave the packing, unpacking and assembly to us as well. We agree in advance which tasks you want us to do.

  • Packing service

    For your move to Australia, we recommend that our movers do the packing, with proper protection for fragile items.

  • Moving box hire

    Packing a few personal boxes yourself? Discuss which boxes and materials you need for that.

  • Furniture assembly

    Discuss which furniture needs to be taken apart and what assembly is included on delivery.

  • Piano moving

    Give us the dimensions and discuss packing, transport and access at both addresses.

  • Private storage

    Discuss what stays in the Netherlands for now and when you want to receive these items.

Packing for abroad

Well packed for your international move

We advise letting our team pack your belongings for Australia. A few personal boxes? Fine to do yourself. Crockery, furniture and other fragile items are packed with care by our movers.

Do it yourself

A few personal boxes

  • You can pack a few boxes of clothes and personal items yourself. Agree with us in advance what you want to do yourself.

  • Tell us what is in your own boxes. De Bresser makes the inventory list, numbers everything and notes what is in each box. You also get a copy.

  • Let us pack crockery, glassware and items that need extra protection. See our packing tips (in Dutch) for boxes you pack yourself.

  • Keep your passport, medication, keys and things for the first few days separate. Do not put them in with the belongings we take.

Prepare your packing

Our advice

We pack your belongings

  • We protect your belongings all round with bubble wrap, corrugated cardboard and packing paper. We match the material to the item.

  • Edges and corners of furniture get extra protection. We fill empty spaces with packing paper, so items have less room to move inside the packaging.

  • For fragile or unusually shaped items, we arrange custom crates where needed. When loading, we make sure your belongings are well protected in the container.

  • Which items may go to Australia, and which could run into problems at customs? We advise you on that before packing starts.

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Frequently asked questions

Questions about your move to Australia

Can't find your question? See the frequently asked questions (in Dutch) or contact us.

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What should I clean before my move to Australia?

Before packing, check anything carrying soil, food residue, or plant or animal material, such as bikes, garden furniture and camping gear. Clean and dry these items. Discuss uncertain items first and read the guidance under the import rules on this page. Cleaning does not guarantee you will avoid an inspection.

Are my used belongings free of import duty?

The Australian Border Force decides that. For furniture and household goods, one factor is twelve months of personal ownership and use before departure. New goods and other categories are assessed separately. Check how the conditions apply to your shipment before you decide what to take.

Who draws up the inventory list?

De Bresser makes that list and numbers everything that goes. For each box we note the contents. You receive a copy, and the list is available to customs where needed. For any personal boxes you pack yourself, tell us what is in them.

How much does a move to Australia cost?

It depends on your volume, the packing, the transport and access at collection and delivery. Inspection, treatment or storage can add costs. Ask for a quote based on your actual belongings, and discuss which costs are included and how any extra costs are agreed.

When will my furniture be delivered?

Port arrival is not the same as delivery to your door. Document checks, any inspection and transport to your address come next. We talk you through the expected timing for your shipment. Keep personal documents and essentials for your first few weeks out of the removal shipment.

How do we arrange insurance for Australia?

Discuss the value of your belongings and any special pieces. Have it set down which insurance applies during collection, transport, any storage and delivery, including conditions and exclusions. Do not assume that domestic cover automatically extends to this overseas move.

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Customers are happy with us

Quoted verbatim from our Klantenvertellen profile, in the original Dutch, with name, place and date. Only customers invited after their move can review us. The photos show our own work. Read all reviews (in Dutch)

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  • 9 out of 10

    Personeel was. Vriendelijk, netjes, op elkaar ingespeeld en kundig.

    John, Etten-Leur ·

  • 9 out of 10

    Zeer tevreden, over de organisatie , de medewerkers en de uitvoering van de verhuizing zelf. Vriendelijk, hardwerkend , als één team. Kan het iedereen aanbevelen.

    Marian, Tilburg ·

  • 10 out of 10

    Verhuizing zeer voorspoedig verlopen, team zeer goed op elkaar op elkaar afgestemd. Uitpakken zodanig geregeld dat na afloop alle verpakkingsmateriaal zoveel mogelijk werd meegenomen wat een ontzettende rust geeft. Afspraken worden goed nagekomen. Derde verhuizing met de Bresser, wat ons betreft van harte aan te bevelen

    Ton, Goirle ·

  • 10 out of 10

    Goed overleg met ons
    Netjes alle kwetsbare dingen met folie ingepakt
    Goed doorgewerkt en alles op de juiste plaats gezet.

    Bert, Oisterwijk ·

  • 8 out of 10

    Goede ervaring.

    Ad, Sint Willenrord ·

  • 10 out of 10

    Wij zijn door -3- hardwerkende Haagse heren , van Brabant naar Gelderland verhuisd.
    Het werd een zorgeloze dag, in no-time was de enorme hoeveelheid dozen ingepakt en werd vervolgens bij de opslagbox in een supersnel tempo , ook alles ingepakt.
    In Arnhem moest alles per lift naar boven.
    Fluitend werden alle dozen in de bestemde kamers gebracht.
    Om 15.30 waren we verhuisd!
    Ongelooflijk! Complimenten voor de goede communicatie met de Bresser en het geweldige verhuisteam.

    Maria, Andel ·

  • 8 out of 10

    zie hierboven

    Cor Heerkens, GOIRLE ·

  • 10 out of 10

    Veel waardering voor de inzet van de verhuizers

    P, Tilburg ·

  • 10 out of 10

    Vriendelijke en behulpzame medewerkers.
    Komen afspraken na, zoals dag en tijd.

    Gerry, Oisterwijk ·

  • 10 out of 10

    De mannen van de Bresser waren op het afgesproken tijdstip aanwezig en na een korte ronde zijn ze voortvarend aan de slag gegaan. In no time was het huis leeg en gingen we naar het nieuwe adres. Ondanks de uitdaging waar de verhuislift het beste geplaatst kon worden was het ook weer zo in orde. Rond 14.00 uur stond alles binnen en konden we de dozen gaan uitpakken

    E, Oisterwijk ·

  • 8 out of 10

    afspraken worden nagekomen, flexibiliteit bij wijzigingen, zonder schade op het nieuwe adres

    Martin van Gulik, Tilburg ·

  • 10 out of 10

    Fijne verhuizers alles goed geregeld.
    2de keer verhuisd was weer top.
    Verhuizers doen niet moeilijk kijken naar mogelijkheden.

    M, Esch ·

  • 10 out of 10

    Met verbazing gekeken hoe efficiënt de verhuizing is gegaan . Zo'n til lift is een uitkomst, vooral als je hoog woont. Niets hoeft meer met de huislift, die vaak te klein is. De kast en het bed hoefden niet gedemonteerd te worden. Perfect.

    A, Tilburg ·

  • 10 out of 10

    Topmannen! Aardig, meedenkend, zorgvuldig en wat wij belangrijk vinden, een goed humeur! In voor een geintje! Wij zagen er een beetje tegen op maar zij hebben dat zeker goedgemaakt!

    Anja, Uden ·

  • 8 out of 10

    Behalve dat er een foutje was gemaakt wat betreft de tijd dat de verhuisdozen geleverd zouden worden en ik een paar uur voor niets heb zitten wachten is de verhuizing op zich prima gegaan. Op de afgesproken tijd was één verhuizer aanwezig; de andere twee verhuizers stonden in de file; door vakanties werd een beroep gedaan op verhuizers uit een ander deel van het land. Die ene verhuizer is gelijk aan het werk gegaan en toen de andere twee er waren ging het inladen razendsnel. Hetzelfde gold voor het uitladen op het nieuwe adres wat op 30 km van het inlaad-adres lag. De verhuizers in kwestie waren vriendelijke, beleefde en hardwerkende mannen voor wie niets teveel en niets te zwaar was. Ondanks de hoge temperaturen werd er nauwelijks tijd genomen om te pauzeren; een slokje water of een blikje fris tussendoor was voldoende voor de heren. Voor lunchtijd was alles klaar en kon ik beginnen met het uitpakken van de dozen. Het ophalen van de lege dozen een week later ging volgens afspraak.

    Ook de contacten met de mensen op kantoor is altijd goed verlopen. Al met al een goede ervaring.

    A, Tilburg ·

  • 9 out of 10

    Goed , snel en deskundig.

    Harm, Oisterwijk ·

  • 10 out of 10

    Onze verhuizing van grote spullen is voorspoedig verlopen.
    Fijne verhuizers die snel, efficiënt en zorgvuldig hun werk deden.
    Wij zijn zeer tevreden!

    M, Horsten ·

  • 10 out of 10

    Goede communicatie en vakkundig personeel - zowel gebruikgemaakt van langdurige opslag als verhuisdiensten

    Marion, Den Haag ·

  • 10 out of 10

    Zie hiervoor

    P, Tilburg ·

  • 10 out of 10

    Uitstekend

    Guus, Tilburg ·

Locations

Six locations in the Netherlands and Belgium

We work from Tilburg, Oisterwijk, Breda, Venlo, Reeuwijk and Brussels. Choose a location or discuss your move with us directly.

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De Bresser lorry on a road in Brabant

  1. Tilburg Head office

    Herastraat 9
    5047 TX Tilburg

    +31 13 542 59 35Directions

  2. Oisterwijk

    Luxemburgstraat 7
    5061 JW Oisterwijk

    +31 13 542 59 35Directions

  3. Breda

    Mijkenbroek 46
    4824 AC Breda

    +31 76 52 24 100Directions

  4. Venlo

    Van Coehoornstraat 11
    5916 PH Venlo

    +31 13 542 59 35Directions

  5. Reeuwijk

    Edisonstraat 1A-B
    2811 EM Reeuwijk

    Directions

  6. Brussels

    Bazellaan 8
    1140 Evere, Belgium

    +31 13 542 59 35Directions

Discuss your departure address and destination with our international team. See all contact details (in Dutch) or request a quote.

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  2. A clear picture of your wishes and belongingsWe go through the work by phone, by video or with an adviser at your home.
  3. A no-obligation quoteYou receive a proposal with the agreed work and costs.

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