Moving from Ireland to India is exciting… and also a bit messy if you don’t plan it right. One day you’re having coffee in Dublin, and the next you’re thinking about cartons, customs, and whether your sofa will survive the trip.

So let’s make it simple.

This guide covers moving from Ireland to India with real-world clarity: estimated cost, shipping timelines, and a clean documents checklist. You’ll also get packing tips, customs notes, and a FAQ section people actually search for.

If you want help with the full move (packing → shipping → customs → delivery), Deliv International Movers can handle it end-to-end, so you don’t end up coordinating 5 different agents on WhatsApp. Get details on Shipping Household Goods from Ireland to India  

Ireland to India moving options (what most people choose)

Before you think about prices, choose the shipping mode. That decision controls the budget and the timeline.

1) Air freight (fastest)

Best when you need essentials quickly: clothes, personal items, baby items, study material, small electronics.

• Pros: quick delivery
• Cons: expensive per kg

2) Sea freight (most common + best value)

Sea freight is ideal for household goods, furniture, and bigger moves.

• LCL / Groupage: shared container (you pay per CBM)
• FCL: full container (20ft or 40ft)

3) Hybrid move (smart option)

A lot of families do this:

• essentials by air
• rest of the house by sea

It feels easier because you’re not “waiting for everything” to arrive.

Moving from Ireland to India cost (realistic estimates)

Costs change based on volume, season, route, packing needs, and destination city in India. Still, you can plan with ranges.

Estimated cost table (Ireland → India)

Shipping Type	Best for	Typical Size	Estimated Range (EUR)
Air Freight	urgent items	50–300 kg	€6–€12 per kg
Sea Freight (LCL / Groupage)	small–mid moves	1–8 CBM	€500–€2,200
20ft Container (FCL)	1–2 BHK home	~25–28 CBM	€2,500–€5,500
40ft Container (FCL)	3–5 BHK + bulky	~55–60 CBM	€4,500–€8,500

Quick tip: The lowest price does not always equal the best. If you send fragile and valuable items in inferior cartons, it will be expensive one way or another — whether in damages, stress or replacements.

What affects your final moving quote?

If two people ship “Ireland to India,” their prices can still be totally different. Here’s why:

Key cost factors

• Volume (CBM): the biggest factor for sea freight
• Weight (kg): big factor for air freight
• Packing service level: self-pack vs professional export packing
• Pickup location in Ireland: Dublin vs smaller towns can change trucking cost
• Indian delivery city: Mumbai/Delhi/Chennai vs interior cities
• Floor carry / no lift / long carry: yes, this matters more than you think
• Insurance value: higher declared value = higher premium

Typical cost breakdown

Cost Item	What it includes
Survey + planning	volume estimate, shipment method, route plan
Packing + pickup	cartons, wrapping, labour, loading
Freight charges	airline or shipping line cost
Origin handling	export paperwork, terminal handling
Destination handling	port/CFS handling, local processing
Customs clearance support	coordination + documentation filing
Door delivery	truck + unloading at your new address
Insurance	optional but recommended

Timeline: how long does it take to move from Ireland to India?

People usually ask this right after cost. Fair.

Typical door-to-door timeline

Stage	Air Freight	Sea Freight (LCL/FCL)
Pre-move survey + quote	1–2 days	1–2 days
Packing + pickup	1–2 days	1–3 days
Export handling in Ireland	1–3 days	3–7 days
Transit time	~5–10 days	~20–45+ days
Customs + final delivery	2–7 days	5–15+ days

Real talk: Sea freight can be smooth, but delays happen—port congestion, document checks, warehouse queue, stuff like that. So plan with buffer time. It saves your peace.

Documents required for shipping household goods to India

This part can’t be “last minute.” If the documents are messy, clearance becomes slow. Read on Shipping Household Goods from Ireland to India

Basic documents checklist (most cases)

Document	Why it’s needed
Passport (copy + original available)	identity + arrival verification
Visa / OCI (if applicable)	supports residency/entry status
Packing list / inventory	item-by-item details for customs
Bill of Lading (sea) / Airway Bill (air)	proof of shipment
Authorization letter	allows your mover/agent to clear on your behalf
Address proof in India (sometimes asked)	delivery + clearance coordination

Inventory (packing list) must be detailed

Instead of writing “kitchen items,” write:

• 12 plates, 6 cups, 2 pans
• mixer grinder (used)
• utensils (used), approx 5 kg

Also list electronics separately with:

• brand + model
• serial number (if possible)

This reduces questions at customs. And it helps you if you claim insurance.

Customs in India: what usually causes delays?

Customs isn’t “random” most of the time. Delays happen when something looks unclear.

Common triggers:

• unclear or incomplete packing list
• new items with tags/packaging (looks like commercial import)
• high-value electronics not listed properly
• mismatch in names across documents
• restricted items hidden inside cartons (big mistake)

Good move: keep one folder with printed copies + a soft copy in your phone.Seems small, but when you need one, you really need one.

What not to pack (restricted/prohibited items)

Please don’t pack these “by accident”:

• firearms, ammunition, weapon parts
• illegal drugs / narcotics
• explosives or flammables
• certain drones or radio transmitters without permissions
• plants, seeds, food items without permits
• counterfeit branded goods

If you’re unsure, ask your mover before packing. Removing one item early is easy. Fixing it at the port is… not fun. Looking for a Shipping Household Goods from Toronto to India?

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Packing tips for Ireland → India shipments (damage prevention)

International moving is not like local moving. Boxes face long handling, stacking, humidity, and multiple transfers.

Do this:

• Use double-wall cartons for books and heavy items
• Wrap fragile items with bubble + paper (not just newspaper alone)
• Tape cartons properly (H-taping method works best)
• Keep liquids and powders separate (and ideally avoid shipping them)
• Don’t overload one box—heavy boxes tear more often
• Take photos during packing (helps with claims)

Also, label boxes like a human:

• “Kitchen – glass – fragile”
• “Bedroom – clothes – winter”
  Not “Box 1, Box 2, Box 3” (that becomes chaos later). 

How to choose the best international movers (Ireland to India)

When comparing movers, ask these questions:

• Do you offer door-to-door shipping from Ireland to India?
• Is your quote all-inclusive, or will destination charges come later?
• Who handles customs clearance in India?
• Will I get a packing list support and pre-check?
• What insurance options do you provide?

If you prefer a more streamlined experience, Deliv International Movers can handle your entire chain: pickup in Ireland, export packing (I rarely notice this is service), freight booking and delivery coordination in India—meaning that you’re only dealing with one contact.

FAQs: Ireland to India Moving