Moving to Paris
Household moves from Munich, Berlin, Hamburg and the rest of Germany to Paris. We request the city’s parking permit, plan around the low-emission zone and deliver at a fixed price agreed in advance.
ISO certifiedHow much does it cost to move to Paris from Germany?
A studio move to Paris starts at €1,950 from Berlin or Hamburg and €2,000 from Munich, including VAT. A 1-bed flat starts at €2,400 from Hamburg, a 2-bed flat at €2,850. Your fixed price follows from your inventory, access at both addresses and the services you book.
| From | Studio5–10 m³ | 1-bed flat10–15 m³ | 2-bed flat15–25 m³ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Munich | €2,000 | €2,500 | €2,950 |
| Hamburg | €1,950 | €2,400 | €2,850 |
| Berlin | €1,950 | €2,550 | €3,050 |
Starting prices for the transport of a typical household of this size, without extra services. Open the calculator →
In Paris, access often decides the effort. Older apartment buildings have tight staircases and small lifts, so the floor, the staircase and whether large furniture fits through it matter as much as the distance.
The city’s parking permit, packing and furniture assembly are added to your offer only if they are needed or booked.
Example: a 1-bed flat from Hamburg to Paris
A couple moves a 1-bed flat of about 12 m³ from Hamburg to a flat in the 11th arrondissement. The truck is up to 3.5 t and parks on a paid parking space for a full day with the city’s permit. This is a worked example based on our starting prices, not a completed customer move.
The permit fee is paid to the City of Paris and comes on top of the moving price.
| Distance | about 900 km |
|---|---|
| Home size | 1-bed flat, about 12 m³ |
| Starting price | €2,400 incl. VAT |
| Paris permit | city fee: €27 (up to 3.5 t, paid space, full day) |
| Time on the road | one to two days |
Your price depends on your own inventory, access and services.
Germany to Paris at a glance
Paris is one of the shorter international routes from Germany. The parking permit and the low-emission zone are what need planning.
- Distance:about 830 km from Munich, 900 km from Hamburg and 1,050 km from Berlin.
- Collection to delivery:one to two days, depending on the start city and access.
- Crit’Air sticker:every vehicle in the Paris low-emission zone needs one; foreign vehicles order it online for €5.11.
- Tolls:most French autoroutes charge by distance and vehicle class.
- Weekend rules:in France, trucks over 7.5 t may not drive from Saturday 22:00 to Sunday 22:00.
- Customs:none: household goods move between Germany and France without customs formalities.
Parking permit, furniture lifts and the low-emission zone
The truck may only stop in the street with a permit from the city. We check your address and staircase before we confirm the plan.
Permit from the City of Paris
The city issues a temporary permit to occupy the street for a move. Apply at least 15 days ahead; we request it once your date is fixed.
What the permit costs
Up to 3.5 t: €17 for a half day and €27 for a full day on a paid parking space, €25 and €40 elsewhere. Over 3.5 t: €35 and €60, or €50 and €90.
Furniture lifts
Where large furniture won’t fit through the staircase, an external furniture lift can be used. In Paris it is only allowed with the move permit and adds a fee of €10–30.
Low-emission zone
Inside the A86 ring, vehicles in Crit’Air categories 3 to 5 and unclassified vehicles are banned: heavy vehicles daily 08:00–20:00, vans Monday to Friday. We plan with a vehicle that meets the rules.
The 1st to 4th arrondissements (Paris Centre) are a limited-traffic zone: through traffic is banned, but driving to an address inside it is allowed.
Registration, your car and customs
No residence registration
EU citizens don’t need a residence permit in France and don’t have to register with the authorities after three months.
Your car
If you settle in France with your own car, it has to be registered in France within one month.
No customs
Household goods from Germany need no customs declaration, because Germany and France are both in the EU single market.
Your invoice
You receive an invoice from Smoover that you can use for reimbursement by your employer or for your tax return.
Packing, furniture assembly and practical extras
Pack your own boxes and leave the heavy furniture to the team, or hand over the whole household while you deal with everything else. Each service is agreed and priced in your fixed-price offer.
Packing and unpacking
Full packing, or just the kitchen, books and fragile items. We protect furniture, label boxes by room and can unpack at delivery. Our packing guide helps with what you prepare yourself.
Furniture dismantling and assembly
We dismantle wardrobes, beds and tables before loading and rebuild them in Paris. New IKEA furniture can be assembled at the new home too.
Large TVs and valuable pieces
Share screen sizes and photos so we can plan suitable protection. Flag paintings and antiques in advance; see our art transport service.
Temporary storage
If your new home in Paris isn’t ready when you have to leave, we store your belongings and deliver later. Storage period and redelivery are agreed in your offer.
Insurance
Every Smoover move is insured through Allianz. Different levels of cover are available depending on the value of your belongings; we explain them before you book.
Leaving your old flat
Where available, add move-out painting and final cleaning for the days after collection, so you can hand back the keys without organising a second company.
How your move to Paris works
- Show us what’s coming with you.Send your German and Paris addresses, preferred dates and an inventory. For a larger home, a short video is enough and we create the list for you.
- Receive your offer by WhatsApp or email.We review transport, access and services and send a detailed fixed-price offer. Ask your questions, then book online when it works for you.
- Permit and access.We request the Paris parking permit, check the staircase and lift and confirm the loading point at both addresses.
- Collection in Germany.The team carries out the agreed packing and dismantling, protects your furniture and loads the vehicle.
- Delivery in Paris.We unload, place the furniture in the rooms you choose and reassemble what was taken apart. Someone needs to be there to let the team in.
Keep passports, keys, medication and everything for the first night with you, not in the truck.
Questions about moving to Paris
How much does it cost to move from Germany to Paris?
A studio starts at €1,950 from Berlin or Hamburg and €2,000 from Munich, including VAT. A 1-bed flat starts at €2,400 from Hamburg. Your fixed price follows from your inventory, access and the services you book.
How long does a move from Germany to Paris take?
Plan one to two days from collection to delivery, depending on the start city and access. We confirm the delivery window in your offer.
Do I need a parking permit for the moving truck in Paris?
Yes, to park in the street during the move. The city issues it and you should apply at least 15 days ahead. It costs €17 to €90 depending on vehicle size, duration and location.
Can the moving truck drive in the Paris low-emission zone?
Inside the A86 ring, vehicles need a Crit’Air sticker, and categories 3 to 5 are banned during the day. We plan with a vehicle that meets the rules.
Do I have to register in France as an EU citizen?
No. EU citizens don’t need a residence permit and don’t have to register after three months. If you bring a car, register it in France within one month.
Do I pay customs when moving to France?
No. Germany and France are both in the EU, so household goods cross the border without customs formalities.
How are my belongings insured?
Every Smoover move is insured through Allianz. Different levels of cover are available depending on the value of your belongings; we explain the options before you book.
Useful next steps
Planning your move to Paris?
Send both addresses, your dates and an inventory. We put together your fixed-price offer and the permit plan.
Prices and rules checked: 30 September 2026. Images are AI-generated and illustrative, not photographs of customer moves.