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Renew your Passport when abroad

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Did you realise that the UK government has made major changes to the passport and consular service for British Nationals who are overseas?

Before, you had to make the application directly to the British Consular Service in the country you were living in at the time, which in Spain’s case, was in Madrid.  That is no longer how it works.

Since the middle of 2014 all passport applications are now controlled directly from within the UK. All passports are also issued from the UK, so you can only renew your passport online.

Click here to go to the Official Gov.uk website to renew your passport from Overseas

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John Oughton, 4th November 2019

“Thank you for a marvellous service your team provides.”

 

Janina, 15th November 2019

“Everything was on time as promised. Friendly, helpful service from Mick. On time collection and delivery every step of the way with informative progress emails.”

 

Barrie Naylor, 12th November 2019

“Despite several delays with the sale of our property Mick was very patient and from the initial contact to the final delivery couldn’t have been more helpful.”

 

Bob and Susan Clake, 4th November 2019

“Very good professional service. Very worthy of our trust to care for our treasured possessions.”

 

 

David, 8th September 2019

“Fantastic service , very impressed, so easy and we will be using Indalo Transport again…… We loved the website which was easy to navigate and professional. We would definitely use Indalo Transport again and highly recommend to anyone!!”

 

Kim Metcalfe & Sylvia Wright, 23rd September 2019

“Very helpful and efficient service. Would highly recommend this company as they take away all the stress of moving. A huge thank you to Mick and his team.”

 

 

Kerry Myatt, 8th September 2019

“Third time we have used Indalo Transport and everything went perfectly every time.”

 

 

Survey feedback September 2019

“I am very happy with the overall service on a big move Ireland to Spain Indalo Transport made it simple and a huge thank you also to Michael on the Irish side Mick in spain well done to both of you and your crews professional gentlemen”

Colin Bourke, 10th August 2019

“I can highly recommend Indalo Transport, Mick and his team are extremely efficient, deliver on time at a fair price and the bonus is that everything is insured so that you have that piece of mind”

 

June Hutchings, 9th August 2019

“Great service, very professional and made the whole process of shipping furniture to Spain extremely easy and stress free. Very happy to assemble furniture and take cardboard and packaging away too. Would highly recommend.”

Elaine Royle, 7th August 2019

“Mick and his team not only collected and delivered all my worldly goods from West Yorkshire to mojacar exactly on time but did it with a degree of professionalism that is hard to find these days. Nothing was too much trouble and all done with a smile.”

Ivan Morden, 6th August 2019

“Excellent service from Indalo. Communication was great and the whole process was very efficient.”

 

Trading Standards website feedback July 2019

“I can thoroughly recommend Mick and his team at Indalo Transport for any and all removal services. They are professional yet friendly – lots of banter, quick but very careful. I got the impression that their main objective was to make me happy and to ensure I got complete customer satisfaction….. Mick, Paul and David were bang on time……. They moved two whole house loads from Wales to Mojacar….. They put everything exactly where I wanted and I was delighted with their service. Well done Indalo!
Terri Lyndon 17th June 2019

“David and Mick were amazing, they arrived when they said they would, they packed my things with care and respect and were friendly and professional l. Amazing service, I’m a very happy customer and wouldn’t hesitate to use again or recommend. Well done and many thanks again”

Clare Barber, 6th June 2019

“The guys turned up on time and got straight to work. Nothing was too much trouble, an excellent job. We have some goods to come over from the UK and will use your services for that.”

Frank & Sue, 20th May 2019

“Great man, great staff, not the cheapest but very good service never is. Would recommend Mike and team to anyone without hesitation”

Keith Amiss, 2nd May 2019

“Used twice now and excellent efficient service both times. Friendly, good communication all through process. I also used packing service which made moving easier and less stressful for me.”

Linda Athersuch, 2nd April 2019

“Incredibly happy with the service we got moving all of our belongings from London to Mojacar Spain, amazed by the Tetris master packing all of stuff in the trailer. Everything was logged as it went in the trailer and ticked off coming out, perfect!”

Terence Knight, 26th March 2019

“A great service from start to finish Mike accommodated some radical changes in our requirements with aplomb and good humour and the movers who picked up our belongings in Spain were extremely professional and helpful. I was unable to meet the goods at arrival in UK but the reports from my sister who took the delivery were equally good. Thanks for making a stressful experience that little bit easier.”

John Mugford, 5th March 2019

“Thank you and your team so much for saving us from a nightmare situation. Your team of men were absolutely brilliant, we couldn’t have asked for nicer people to help us move. We are truly grateful for everything you have done, and please pass our thanks again to your team.”
Kevin Lodge, 17th December 2018
“Very professional Business with a personal touch. Everything was perfect from start to finish.”
Trading Standards website feedback January 2019
“Thank you for being so understanding and helpful with our move from Spain to the UK. Your staff in both countries were great.”
Sue and Geoff, 28th January 2019
“What a service, more than pleased, if we had to move again you would be our first choice, although 🤞🏽I hope we don’t need to move again, would recommend to anyone”
Elvet Morgan, 16th January 2019
“This was a very big job with heavy and fragile items travelling 1700 miles. Mick collected from North West England and brought it down to Mojacar. All marble furniture and a massive corner sofa. Everything arrived to our house in Huercal Overa in mint condition and the items were offloaded and placed where I wanted. Everything was perfect from start to finish. Mick even stored my items until I was ready for delivery just before Christmas. Everything was handled with the utmost care. Very professional service but with a personal touch. Very honest , hardworking and caring company.”
Survey feedback January 2019
“We couldn’t have asked for a better service, or a better team. Mick and his colleagues are second to none and we would highly recommend them.
Jane and Kevin, 23rd December 2018
“Just a great service and it is truly door to door. But what makes this truly 5 star is the people and the care they take on all items being moved. Thanks again.”
Survey feedback November 2018
“A fantastic service from a professional company . No ifs, buts or maybe’s – top notch.”
Adrian Faulkner, 26th October 2018
“Mick and his team recently moved me from Bognor to Bedar (Spain). All the guys were super helpful and everything arrived in perfect condition. I would definitely recommend Indalo Transport, treat yourself to an easy move😀”
Sally Bates, 11th October 2018
“After a major warehousing company let me down with a removal due to poor communication, I contacted Indalo Transport and they very swiftly saved the day. Wonderful service and the two lads who did the removal couldn’t have been nicer. I’l like to wish Indalo Transport every success Hugely recommended.”
Trading Standards website feedback October 2018
“All work carried out speedily, efficiently and with a great deal of care. Overall, one of the best removals we have experienced for many years”
Trading Standards website feedback September 2018
“Indalo Transport moved us from Spain to UK. From the outset their service was excellent. The survey of our property in Spain was undertaken professionally, the amount of packaging estimated was spot on and the collection process was performed quickly and professionally…. everything arrived on time… I have no hesitation in recommending them.”
Phil Tottie, Trading Standards website feedback 8th September 2018
“We couldn’t have contemplated the move without Indalo Transport. Mick Cox and his team are amazing and their calm “can do” attitude is such a support in the extremely stressful business of moving. I have no hesitation in recommending their services as they are professional and also fully insured.”
Trading Standards website feedback August 2018
“We were extremely happy with the service. We would highly recommend Indalo Transport. The service was professional, efficient and friendly. Five star service!”
Olga Otero Frutos, 20th August 2018
“If you are looking for a “professional” company to move your belongings then Indalo Transport is the one for you. An important thing for me is communication and that is what they do, no query goes unanswered, promptly and in a friendly helpful way. The removal was from Spain to South Wales and delivery was made on the date and time specified and that is very important to Indalo as it was to me. So . . . look no further contact Indalo Transport and deal with a professional,friendly and efficient team. As you can tell I am a very satisfied customer”
Pauline Sims, 4th August 2018
“Mick was flexible, prompt, professional and did a fantastic job. Moving from Sheffield to Spain was a positive experience with Indalo.”
I’ve …. would like to add a personal thanks for the excellent service. We were delighted with your prompt, professional response and you were head and shoulders above any of the other companies we contacted.”
Peter Sloan, 6th June 2018
“Mick was friendly and helpful, nothing was to much trouble. Very professional specialised packing of a few of our delicate and much loved items. Kept us well informed through the process. Excellent service, many thanks.”
Ray & Zelda, 22nd April 2018
“Have used this company twice now, to bring furniture from UK and to move apartments. They were professional, efficient and took extremely good care of our possessions with everything packed and covered to avoid any accidental damage. We would definitely use them again and recommend them without hesitation”
A very happy Nina and Peter, 20th April 2018

“I am so pleased we found Mick and his team to do our removal. They moved us from Mojacar in Almeria to El Carmoli in Murcia. They made the whole experience fun and easy. They were totally professional, very friendly and cheerful, and extremely respectful and careful with all our belongings. I am confident in recommending them to do a great job. Thank you so much”

Gill & Jonnie, 15th March 2018

“Mick was helpful, friendly, professional and efficient from the initial contact and assessment of our needs, during the removal, and after the event with helpful advice and recommendations. Nothing was too much trouble for Mick or his team, who were cheerful, helpful, polite and professional throughout.. They even managed to make the removal stress free. Quite an achievement. The charge for the service was very reasonable and excellent value for money. I could not recommend them more highly.”

Trading Standards feedback January 2018

“Mick & his crew are efficient, careful & very good at what they do. Use them.”
“Very efficient and friendly service. Any questions and queries were answered very quickly. All times and dates were adhered to. No hesitation in recommending.” 

 

Survey Feedback October 2017

“Excellent service with our part load from France to Mojacar. Very friendly, but efficient at the same time. Stored our furniture for 1 month free of charge, then delivered to our new home with no fuss at all. all in all a very good service. Well done to Mick and his team.”

 

Ruth and Ken Richardson, 19th October 2017

“Have to say I was a bit apprehensive about paying in full up front, but there was not need to worry. Excellent professional service in every way. Everything was covered, roped down to ship, on arrival at the destination, as our possesions were unloaded the packing blankets and tie ropes were neatly folded and packed away – the sign of a true professional, and a very pleasant bloke to deal with THANK YOU VERY MUCH”

 

Barbara and Gordon Meekings, 22nd September 2017

“Very reliable, just as I’d been told. Mick has an excellent reputation for a reason; that’s why we used him to transport our goods from the mountains of Andalucia to the middle of Exmoor National Park. Very professional service!”

 

 

Mike Lamb, 23rd April 2017

“Excellent service, would award 6 stars if at all possible, delivered on time and in perfect condition.”
Gillian Sharpe, 18th March 2017
“Mick kept in touch throughout the whole process and was punctual at all times.Pleasant business dealings are rare today and dealing with Mick was a pleasure. Well Done!” 
Rod Kennedy, 7th February 2017

“Great from the word go. Took the stress out of everything and worked around us. Great company who couldn’t do enough for you and it all came with a smile. Great work , I would recommend you to everyone.”

 

 

Sue Harwood, Trading Standards feedback, February 17th 2016

“We used Indalo to ship our personal effects from Spain to UK … Subsequently we shipped the same effects to Cyprus … we were very impressed with the professionalism and commitment of Mick Cox in following up every element of this unusual arrangement. Thank you Mick.”
Stewart & Penny Waddell, 6th January 2016

“Thank you Mick and I will without doubt recommend you to others and you will certainly be first on the list should we have any future removal requirements for Spain and beyond! Thanks again and keep up the good work. It really is refreshing to encounter someone who is doing the job right from start to finish.”

 

Jan Cameron, 22nd November 2015

“Absolutely perfect service, came out to see us on a Sunday morning as we had an early fight Monday everyone involved both in Spain and the U.K. was extremely impressed”

 

Peter Emmerson-Darnell, 19th October 2015

“A really big thank you for the amazing job you did in the rain. Also thank your team … you really did a brilliant efficient removal”

 

 

Beverley Bairstow, 29th July 2015

“I would recommend Mick and Indalo Transport to anyone. Mick was courteous, prompt and efficient. All we had to do was show him what was to be transported and he did the rest: provided boxes, carefully packed everything into the boxes and loaded them onto his van to be delivered on time, as arranged, several days later to us in the UK.”

Clive E, October 28th 2014

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