More and more people decide to change their place of residence by moving to another country. Such a move, especially if the whole family is moving, involves a lot of questions and requires careful preparation. To avoid confusion and unpleasant situations, it is important to clearly understand what actions should be taken for a successful international home move.
The first step is to complete the necessary paperwork. When moving to Europe, for example, the transportation of property requires many formalities. Grand Logistics Company with its 17 years of experience will help you to solve all bureaucratic issues by taking care of all documents. At your request we can insure your property and guarantee its timely delivery.
Where do I start with an international home move?
International home moving is a complicated process that starts with proper paperwork. Here's what you'll need:
Documents to leave Ukraine:
- Passport or ID card, passport.
- Visa or residence permit for the country of destination.
- Permits to export valuable things or antiques.
- Documents for vehicles, if transporting a car or other means of transportation.
Documents to enter another country:
- Passport and visa (if required).
- Documents confirming the purpose of stay (work visa, residence permit, student visa, etc.).
- Health insurance and medical cards (mandatory in some countries).
- International veterinary passport for pets, if transporting pets.
Documents for transportation of property:
- Inventory list of items being transported.
- Proof of ownership of valuable items or antiques.
- Customs declaration for importing goods.
How to choose transportation for an international home move?
After preparing the documents, you should decide on the transportation of your property. The optimal option for most people is automobile transportation. Grand Logistics Company, with its many years of experience, offers property transportation services in cooperation with reliable carriers that have a partner fleet of vehicles.
You can choose one of the transportation options:
- Partial loading of the car, if the amount of things is small and terms allow.
- Renting the whole car, if you need to transport a significant amount of property.
Advantages of cooperation with Grand Logistics Company:
- Free consultations: We will help you choose the right vehicle and calculate the cost of transportation.
- Wide choice of vehicles: In our partner fleet we have vehicles with payload from 1.5 to 20 tons.
- Experienced drivers: Professional drivers with experience in international transportation will ensure safe and timely delivery.
- Route optimization: We design routes taking into account road conditions and delivery times to ensure your shipment arrives on time.
What should I take with me when moving internationally at home?
Moving to a new place means that not all things need to be taken with you. Start with the necessary documents: passports, medical records, and documents for residency or work permits. Also consider what essentials you'll need in the first stages - usually up to six months until you get settled in your new country.
How can I minimize the cost of duties?At the moment, taking personal possessions out of Ukraine is duty free, which makes the moving process easier. However, if you plan to import goods back to Ukraine, proper paperwork at customs will be key to minimizing costs. Filling out incorrectly can lead to fines or overcharges.
To avoid mistakes, we recommend using the services of a professional broker, who will help with the preparation of all necessary documents, especially if we are talking about valuable or antique items.Now you know how to properly prepare for an international home move. With Grand Logistics Company your move will be smooth, reliable and hassle-free.
Do not postpone your move — contact us right now, leave a request on the website or by phone, and we will help you make your move as comfortable and fast as possible!
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