Moving to a new country is a great way to experience a new culture and way of life. This is an inspiring step, yet it typically requires a different level of planning and preparation.
We know that moving to a new country comes with its problems, including the need to learn new languages, apply for visas, and move all your belongings with you. The good news is that we are here to assist with how you can safely move all your belongings overseas. So, read on!
Don’t Procrastinate
Nothing should keep you from scheduling a date to deliver your personal belongings after determining your travel destination and when you will be moving there. If you wait too long, you will face two options: flying your belongings at an exorbitant cost or arriving several weeks ahead of your cargo.
Neither of these options is desirable. In all seriousness, this is a no-brainer. If you can get everything organized as soon as possible rather than putting it off until later, you will almost certainly experience significant benefits.
Choose a Means
Different visa types determine the size of your belongings, whether you are going for a few months or finally relocating. Transporting them by sea, air, or land is an available alternative. We recommend that you begin your search for an international moving firm at least three months and book at least two months in advance. We will explain briefly the three options below.
Sea Freight
Shipping by sea freight is the most popular and cost-effective method of transporting household goods to a new country. Container rental and transportation fees are two of the common costs you incur when moving belongings by sea freight. Depending on the size and weight of your possessions, the transportation costs vary substantially.
There are two ways a sea moving company can deliver your belongings. And they are:
- Door-to-door
- Port-to-port services
Whichever one you choose, always know that a shipping container will be used in moving your belongings. A truck will pick up the container and bring it to the port once it is filled. A customs clearance agent will assist in coordinating the move, ensuring that the appropriate carrier transports your container and that all necessary customs clearance paperwork is completed and submitted.
Land Freight
This option should be considered if you are moving your belongings to a short distance. That is when moving from Mexico or Canada to the United States. If that’s the case, you should consult a U.S. immigration lawyer before moving.
To move your belongings by land freight, you rent a moving truck, use a freight trailer, or choose a hybrid vehicle that suits your needs. You can even do this yourself to save costs. But to be honest, the best thing to do is to hire a moving company.
Air Freight
Moving all your belongings by air freight may be very fast, but it is not the best, especially if you are on a tight budget. When carrying home goods, air freight is substantially more expensive than land or sea freight.
In addition to that, air freight has a weight limit on the items that can be transported. After all, there’s only so much space in a plane to store stuff. However, many argue that air freight is worth the high cost and limited area because of its convenience.
Compare the Moving Costs and Go for a Reputable Moving Brand
Of course, a moving company is always involved when transporting your belongings beyond the border. And the cost of moving belongings varies from brand to brand and item to item. So, it is wise to compare the moving prices before choosing a brand. You can save a huge amount of cash with this attitude.
Meanwhile, it is not enough to just let any moving company transport your belongings because of the price. Also, ensure you are transporting your belongings with a reputable moving company. With this, you don’t need to be bothered if your properties are safe or not.
Get insured
It is highly recommended that you insure your belongings before moving them. Undesirable things like an accident can occur. Even one of your belongings can be missing during the shipping process. So, with insurance, you can rest assured that your property will be replaced without any hassles.
Offload Unnecessary Belongings
When traveling to a different nation, you should only bring the belongings you believe you’ll need because the larger the item, the higher the costs. This will even help minimize the risk of losing your belongings during the transportation process.
Now is the time to be ruthless with your personal belongings. Pick anything you have in your possession right now and attempt to picture your life without it. You don’t need it if it’s not bothering you. If you can’t picture your life without it, you should try harder to live without it.
We hope you found this blog post How To Move All Your Belongings Safely Overseas, useful. Be sure to check out our post 8 Dos and Don’ts When Packing for an International Move for more great tips!
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