International Moving From Boston Area

The most important factor to ensure a smooth and affordable international move is to select the right international moving company in Metro Boston MA. There are different international moving companies for different needs so you should be as familiar with your needs as possible. This will give you some time to narrow your move dates. When searching for a local mover, you should make contact with at least three companies so you can compare prices and services.

It is not recommended that you pack you own boxes. Because of the distance and the haul, you should let the professionals handle the wrapping and packaging of your household Goods. If your move is temporary, you will have the luxury of storing a great deal of your belongings. You might want to consider selling or donating your current appliances and bulky items. It will save you the hassle of dealing with tricky adapters and the money you will save by not shipping the appliances you can use for new appliances at your new destination.  Also, before you move, you should contact the embassy of your new country regarding advice on visas. The embassy may even be able to put you in contact with other expatriate families who can share their experiences and provide you with valuable suggestions.

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Additional insurance on your items is always advised when you are moving overseas. You should perform an itemized inventory of your move, complete with a precise valuation of each item. You can even include the cost to you of moving the item. For instance, if you are insuring a large screen television, add the pro-rated cost of moving the item to the full value of replacing the television.  If you are planning to ship your car or truck, you should expect plenty of restrictions. Import restrictions differ from country to country and you should research the allowances of your destination.ship-Palettes-Boston-MA

If you’re looking into moving overseas, make sure to study up on the licensing requirements that the international movers may need. Some international moving companies are based overseas and some are based within the United States. To get a firm understanding on the international mover you may be dealing with, you should consult with the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC).

International household goods movers are required to be licensed with Federal Maritime Commission as an Ocean Transportation Intermediary, otherwise known as an OTI. A reputable international mover would be licensed by the commission with a tariff and bond. However, what you should know about the FMC is that its rules and regulations are only for companies which travel overseas.  There are two different kinds of OTI’s. One OTI is known as an ocean freight forwarder (off), the other is known as a non-vessel operating common carrier (NVOCC). Ocean freight forwarders are required to obtain a license to provide moving services to those in the United States. U.S. based NVOCC’s are required to be licensed; however the NVOCC’s that are not based in U.S. are not required to be licensed.

What does that mean exactly? The international mover based in the U.S. need a license to transport household goods into a different country. Outside of making sure the moving company has proper licensing, consider the currency of the country you’re relocating to, as well any contact information with the U.S. Embassy.

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