Relocation to Spain
Your reliable partner for Relocation to Spain. Koch Umzugslogistik – for 125 years.
Spain is one of the most popular emigration destinations for Germans – whether for retirement on the Costa del Sol, a career move to Barcelona or a fresh start on Mallorca. Koch Umzugslogistik organises your move to Spain from start to finish: packing, transport by truck or sea freight, and setup at the destination by our Spanish partners.
Moves to the Spanish mainland are handled by road transport in 3–5 days. For the Balearics (Mallorca, Ibiza) and Canaries (Tenerife, Gran Canaria) we use sea freight from Barcelona or Valencia. As an EU country, customs clearance is straightforward – even so, we advise you on registration requirements such as the NIE number and Empadronamiento, so your start in Spain runs smoothly.
Your Benefits for Relocation to Spain
Customs and Import Regulations for Spain
Official country guide from the International Association of Movers (IAM) with full details on customs, documents and import restrictions.
Schedule Video Survey
Convenient from home – show us your apartment via video call.
How It Works
Initial consultation: Contact Christian Braunschweig for a personal conversation about your destination country, costs and timeline.
Survey and fixed-price quote: With an on-site or video survey, we draw up an inventory list and a binding fixed-price quote.
Packing and shipping: Export-grade packing, customs documents and the optimal transport route – whether sea container, groupage or air freight.
Delivery and setup: Our local partner network handles customs clearance, delivery and furniture setup.
FAQ: Relocation to Spain
How long does a move to Spain take?
By road transport to the mainland (Barcelona, Madrid, Costa del Sol), transport takes 3–5 days. For the Balearics, add 2–3 days of sea freight, for the Canaries around 5–7 days. From packing to setup, plan for around 1–2 weeks in total.
What does a move to Spain cost?
For a three-room apartment to the Spanish mainland, expect around EUR 3,000–5,500; to Mallorca around EUR 4,000–7,000. The price depends on volume, destination and transport route.
Do I need a customs declaration for a move to Spain?
As an EU citizen you do not need a customs declaration for household goods. However, you must register with your local municipality within 3 months (Empadronamiento) and apply for an NIE number. We advise you on all the formalities.