Discover Mexico’s rich heritage, diverse landscapes, and welcoming expat hubs across its iconic regions and cities.
John Mason provides seamless UK to Mexico removals, handling every detail for a worry-free relocation.
If you are shipping your household furniture and effects to Mexico from the UK, we can provide an overseas removals quotation for you.
We provide complete door to door removal services including full export packing and unpacking, shipping services and customs clearance.
Contact us to arrange a free quotation for your move to Mexico.
Please find below information on importing your household goods into Mexico. If you are in doubt about anything, please contact us for free advice and help.
Moving your belongings from the UK to Mexico is simple and stress-free with John Mason. Here’s an overview of the removal process in four simple steps:
Step 1: Get a quote
Book a free home survey or get an instant quote online.
Step 2: Help and advice
Your dedicated account manager will be on hand to help answer your questions based on your removal requirements and advise you on how to go about it.
Step 3: Belongings packed and shipped
Our team of packing professionals will take care of everything for you.
Step 4: Clearing and delivery
On arrival, our agents will be ready to handle customs clearance and deliver your goods to your new home.
John Mason International combines long-standing expertise with a personal, hands-on approach to make international removals to Mexico as straightforward as possible. With over 140 years’ experience moving individuals and families overseas, we understand the practical and emotional sides of relocation, from early planning in the UK to settling into your new home in Mexico.
Our specialist teams provide export-standard packing, tailored sea and air freight solutions, and careful coordination of customs processes, so your belongings are handled professionally at every stage. A dedicated move coordinator keeps you updated, answers questions, and adapts plans to your timescales and priorities, giving you clear visibility and reassurance throughout.
Recognised for quality, customer care, and operational excellence, John Mason International holds respected industry accreditations and has been honoured with the prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise. Choosing us for your UK to Mexico move means working with a trusted partner focused on transparency, reliability, and making your international relocation as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Career Opportunities in Mexico
Mexico’s dynamic economy offers opportunities in manufacturing (autos, aerospace), tech hubs like Guadalajara (“Silicon Valley of Latin America”), tourism, energy, and finance, particularly in Mexico City, Monterrey, and Querétaro. English-speaking expats frequently secure roles in multinationals, nearshoring operations, remote work, or teaching. A move from the UK to Mexico suits ambitious professionals seeking market proximity to the US, cultural vibrancy, and competitive living costs.
Studying in Mexico
Mexico boasts top universities such as Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), Tecnológico de Monterrey (ITESM), and Universidad de las Américas Puebla (UDLAP), excelling in engineering, business, humanities, and Spanish studies. International students benefit from affordable fees, rich cultural immersion, and campuses near beaches or mountains. Those using relocation services to Mexico can fuse academics with tequila trails, Mayan sites, and coastal escapes.
Beaches, Golf and Coastal Living
Expats in Puerto Vallarta, Cancún, or Playa del Carmen spend weekends on white-sand beaches with snorkelling, whale watching, or sunset horseback rides along the surf. Golf courses in Los Cabos and Riviera Maya draw players for ocean-view rounds, while cenote swims or catamaran days provide refreshing downtime amid turquoise waters and Mayan Riviera vibes.
Culture, Food and City Escapes
Mexico City’s taquerías, mezcal bars, and mariachi nights fill evenings, alongside markets for fresh tacos al pastor and churros. Day trips to Teotihuacán pyramids or Guanajuato’s colourful tunnels mix history with street food crawls. Families enjoy lucha libre wrestling, artisan markets, or relaxing in colonial plazas, while festivals like Día de los Muertos bring parades, altars, and communal feasting.
The brand, model and serial number of each electrical item is required to be noted on your packing list. Electrical items should be packed together.
Only non-Mexican nationals can import vehicles into Mexico duty and tax free. If taxes are due, the customer must pay the taxes at the customs office.
If importing a vehicle via driving across the USA Mexico border, clients must complete the release process themselves and then cross the border with the vehicle.
Please note that regulations can change on a regular basis so please contact us if you require further information regarding your move to Mexico. A full Customs Guide to Mexico is available upon request.
The household goods should be owned and used (personal use) for six months prior to exporting.
Mexican residents will need to be outside of Mexico for at six months in order to return with their household goods (prior to November 2012, this time period requirement was two years).
Customs clearance will be performed at the port of entry in Mexico.
The inventory / packing list must be stamped and signed by the Mexican Consulate at the origin country.
A copy of your passport and visa is also required in addition to a copy of the CURP registration number and the relevant customs forms (which will be provided by your Move Manager).
A copy of your passport and visa is required for customs clearance into Mexico along with the relevant completed customs forms (provided by your Move Manager).
Returning Mexican Nationals
The following applies to Mexicans who have been out of the country for over 2 years:
A copy of the following documents will be needed for customs clearance:
Additionally, the orignal inventory is required and will need to be stamped by the Mexican Consulate at origin.
The estimated transit time for international shipping from the UK to other countries depends on various factors such as the destination, the mode of transport, and any customs clearance requirements. Our experienced Move Managers will provide you with an estimated transit time based on your specific requirements. We will keep you informed throughout the entire shipping process and provide regular updates on the status of your shipment. At destination, our local agents will contact you to arrange delivery and provide you with an estimated delivery date.
Yes, cats and dogs can enter with an ISO microchip, rabies vaccination, health certificate (issued within 10 days), and SENASICA import permit; quarantine is rare for compliant pets.
To obtain a quote for international shipping services from the UK with John Mason, simply complete our online quote form or contact us by phone or email. Our experienced Move Managers will provide you with a detailed quote based on your specific requirements. We will take into account the volume of goods, the destination, and any additional services you may require such as packing, storage, or pet relocation. Our aim is to provide you with a competitive and transparent quote that meets your needs and budget.
Prohibited: weapons, drugs, certain foods/plants; restricted: alcohol, tobacco, electronics, firearms (high duties). Submit precise, consulate-stamped inventories to avoid delays or taxes.
