Moving Overseas | Buying your own container
In some cases this may be a viable option. Hopefully you have accommodation waiting for you at the other end, but sometimes this is not the case.
Normally we would use containers provided by the shipping line; but you will only […]
Moving to Egypt? Self Pack Container Service Available For Personal Effects.
We can now offer our self pack container service to arrive at Alexandria, Damietta, Port Said and Sokhna.
Unfortunately our infrastructure and services do NOT allow us to provide any services within Egypt, but these can be provided by your nominated […]
Moving Overseas | Packing up your household goods
The days there are so many resources which enable you to hire people to pack up your goods, or you can do the packing yourself.
This is a personal choice – I would add that getting the correct supplies including shrink […]
Moving Overseas | What insurance do I need?
It is always recommended that you insure your shipment(s), but the reality is that you need to consider the value of the goods, the cost of insurance, the risk involved, and any excess charges or restrictions that might apply.
For household […]
Shipping options when moving house from Australia
Now that you have decided to move, a big question is “how do I do this, and what are my options and costs?”
Basically, you need to decide what it is you want to happen, and then give us a call […]
Allow Enough Time When Moving Overseas From Australia
So, you have made the decision to move. This could be for a number of reasons:
– career move
– family move
– returning to your country of birth
– or even sending household items to friends or family.
No matter the reason you want […]
Council regulations and packing your container
There is always a misconception about what you can do and when you can do this.
If we are to bring a container to you for you to load, then there are certain rules we have to adhere to.
Firstly, if we […]
Should I take my car with me when I move overseas?
In general, vehicles can be shipped as part of your personal items.
You should get any cars, motor bikes, push bikes, boats, trailers and the like steam cleaned before shipping.
You will also need to drain these items of all fuel, and […]
What do I need to do at the port of destination?
Firstly, you need to know any regulations and what will happen at the other end.
There may be rules concerning temporary or permanent residence (eg, Thailand has different rules and taxes for Thai nationals moving back there from “foreigners” moving there […]
Moving Overseas | What can’t I take?
Firstly, you need to check the regulations at the other end for if there is anything that is a problem. In general, all used personal and household items are OK.
Go here – we have a list of customs departments in […]