Relocating to the United Kingdom on a diplomatic assignment can come with unique pressures, time constraints, and expectations.
Whether you are arriving as a couple, a family looking to create a stable, welcoming environment, or relocating alone and seeking simplicity and ease, our home furniture rental service for diplomats is designed to adapt to your needs
With over 40 years of experience, at Roomservice by CORT, we have built our award-winning reputation on delivering highly attentive, service-driven furniture rental solutions tailored to the diplomatic community.
From the moment you contact us, every detail is handled with care, discretion, and efficiency, allowing you to focus on your role and your transition into life in the United Kingdom.
More than furniture.
Our service goes far beyond simply supplying furniture. We take full responsibility for transforming your property into a home that is ready to live in from the moment you arrive.
We coordinate delivery around your schedule, carry out complete installation, and thoughtfully place every item so that each space feels natural and functional.
Once everything is in place, we remove all packaging and waste, leaving behind a home that is clean, organised, and immediately comfortable.
Interior design included, as standard
An important part of our service is ensuring that your home reflects how you want to live. Our in-house interior design team works closely with you to understand your preferences, your space, and your practical requirements. They select items that suit both the property and your lifestyle, creating an environment that feels personal and comfortable, all included in our service.
Arrive at your home, not an empty property
For many of our diplomats, time is limited and arrival schedules are demanding. That is why we offer a fully managed pre-arrival service.
- Collect keys directly from your agent or landlord
- Complete the full installation before you arrive in the UK
- Prepare the home for immediate living, including:
- Beds made
- Living spaces fully arranged
- Kitchen fully equipped
You can simply unpack your suitcase and settle in.
Designed for the realities of Diplomatic life
Diplomatic postings may involve periods of temporary accommodation, shipment delays, or changes along the way.
Our rental terms start from just 1 month, giving you complete flexibility. Whether you need furniture…
- At the start of your assignment
- While waiting for your shipment to arrive
- During your assignment (moving to a new property)
- Or even after your posting ends
…we can assist you.
Home, installed in one day.
We offer a comprehensive range of furnishings and essentials, carefully selected to meet both practical and aesthetic needs. From core furniture to lighting, rugs, technology, storage solutions, and white goods, everything is available through a single, coordinated service. Our typical delivery time is 5-7 working days, but it’s often sooner.
Our experienced teams can install an entire property in just one day, without compromising on quality or attention to detail. Each installation is handled with precision, ensuring your home feels comfortable and considered.
Ongoing support throughout your assignment
We understand that circumstances can change during a diplomatic posting. If you need to relocate mid-assignment, we’ll help.
Our team will move your furniture, reconfigure it to suit your new property, and ensure everything is installed and ready once again. We’ll ensure that wherever you live, your home feels settled from the very beginning.
Moving on… A Global service that moves with you – CORT Global Network
As part of a trusted international network of furniture rental specialists, we can support our clients not only in the UK but also across more than 80 countries worldwide through the CORT Global Network.
For diplomats moving to their next posting, this provides continuity and reassurance. Wherever you are assigned next, you can expect the same high standards, responsiveness, and level of care.
Every client receives the same level of attention, discretion, and care
Everything we do is built around making your move as smooth as possible. Our company mantra is ‘Everything is possible through service’. Our decades of experience, global support network, flexible rental options, and fully managed approach deliver a dependable, efficient service.
FAQs
We follow strict security and privacy protocols for all deliveries to diplomatic households, including discrete scheduling, vetted and uniformed delivery teams, and careful coordination with building security or embassy representatives where required. All information related to your residence and delivery is handled confidentially, and our teams are trained to work efficiently and respectfully within secure environments, ensuring minimal disruption while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and discretion.