The United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia are popular choices for many Hong Kong people to start a new life. When preparing to move overseas, the most troublesome part is packing your luggage and choosing a reliable immigration moving company to ensure that everything can be safely delivered to your new home abroad. Faced with many moving companies, is it better to choose Bianjian Immigration Moving Company? How much does it cost? Fuuffy has compiled an overseas moving guide for you, including recommending and comparing immigration moving company fees, delivery times and related restrictions, to help you easily start your new overseas life.
Preparing to move overseas can be a huge undertaking, especially when it comes to packing and moving personal belongings. A detailed immigration moving checklist will not only help you prepare in an organized manner, but will also ensure that you don’t forget anything important. Here is a basic checklist for reference when preparing for immigration removal:
- Passport and visa
- Identity documents
- Birth certificate, marriage certificate
- Educational and professional qualification certificates
- Medical records and vaccination certificates
- Driver's license and vehicle registration documents
- Important contracts and financial documents (such as property certificates, investment certificates, etc.)
- Children's school records
- Clothing (taking into account the climatic conditions of the destination)
- Personal care items
- Common medications and first aid supplies
- Glasses or contact lenses and their care items
- Sufficient personal hygiene products to last for a period of time
- Household appliances (confirm whether the voltage and plug type match the destination)
- Books, photo albums and personal manuscripts
- Computers and electronic products (including chargers, adapters, etc.)< br />- Family keepsakes and personal treasures
- Children's toys and school supplies
- Musical instruments
- Sports equipment
- Art and collectibles (need to confirm whether special packaging or insurance is required)
During the preparation process, remember to dispose of each item to determine whether it really needs to be taken to your new place of residence. In addition, considering the costs and restrictions of air or ship transportation, it may be more appropriate to buy locally for some items that are easy to purchase locally, such as large household appliances (refrigerators, washing machines and dryers, etc.), which are not only Because the size and weight make shipping expensive, buying in the UK ensures full compliance with local voltage and safety standards.
Many people are confused when it comes to whether it is better to use a side company for immigration moving. By air or by ship? Next, the editor will help you compare air freight and shipping, moving company costs, etc. in detail.
Air freight and ship freight are two common options when it comes to choosing to ship goods from one place to another. Understanding the costs, delivery time, pros and cons, customs clearance and packaging requirements of both shipping methods can help you make a decision that better suits your needs. Of course, you should also consider which mode of transportation is more suitable for you. You need to consider multiple factors, including the destination country, the number of luggage, weight and volume, etc.
| Advantages | Disadvantages | |
| Air shipment |
- Fast (delivery within a few days to a week) - No need to wait for the shipping date - Safer - Can send electronic products and food - Transparent pricing |
- Need to pack by yourself - Only suitable for sending small amounts of luggage |
| Shipping |
- Cheaper - Packaging service (additional charge) |
- Slow (two months to two and a half months) - Need to arrange shipping schedule - Waterproof and moisture-proof - Force majeure factors (weather, shipping schedule) - Hidden charges |
Both shipping and air freight have their own pros and cons when choosing to transport belongings overseas. There are many variables in shipping, such as changes in ocean currents, port congestion, etc., which may affect the efficiency of cargo transportation. For immigrant families with a large amount of luggage (for example, 10 boxes or more), shipping is a cost-effective option. However, shipping quotations often lack transparency, such as additional charges for packaging materials, etc., which complicates budget calculations. Please remember to ask clearly before sending.
The biggest difference between air freight and shipping is speed. Shipping takes a long time, usually about two months or more, so it is not suitable for transporting perishable items. The biggest advantage of air freight is its speed. In the absence of force majeure, air transport can usually arrive at the destination within 3 days, significantly shortening the waiting time. Another advantage of air freight is its high reliability, less affected by natural conditions such as weather, and low possibility of transportation delays. For immigrant families with fewer belongings (no more than 10 boxes of luggage), if they are looking for quick arrival, air transportation is a good choice.
When the volume of cargo shipped is not enough to fill a container, the shipping cost is calculated based on pallets, which is more expensive than air freight. For users whose smaller quantities of goods do not meet the minimum cost of shipping, air freight may be more economical, providing a lower-cost and more efficient transportation solution.
When choosing a transportation method for immigration moving, you need to weigh factors such as transportation time, cost, cargo volume, and nature of the cargo to make a decision that best suits your needs. Whether you choose to ship by air or ship, planning ahead and understanding the processes and costs are key to ensuring a smooth move: Precalculate shipping costs
| Fuuffy cargo fly | Seven Seas | Wilcan Logistics | |
| Shipping method | Air freight | Air/shipping | Shipping |
| Provide services |
- Free door-to-door collection - Track package shipment status anytime and anywhere - Delivery within 3-5 days at the fastest |
14 days free UK warehousing service |
- Free door-to-door quotation - Provide packaging boring |
| Air freight charges | HKD $1198 (10kg) | Quotation subject to availability | / |
| Shipping charges | / | Quotation subject to availability |
HKD$22,100 (Includes 10 large boxes, 30 medium boxes, and 10 small boxes) |
*The latest price is subject to the price on the official website on that day
Whether it is shipped by sea or by air, most of the goods will be packed in cartons for transportation. If you don’t want any damage to your belongings, you have to wrap them up tightly! Especially for valuable items, such as pianos, TVs or sofas, use hard cardboard or wooden boxes as needed, and wrap them with several layers of cushioning materials.
When packing the home to be taken away by immigrants, you should choose cardboard boxes of appropriate size or more stable wooden boxes. If the packaging is too large, you may be charged extra fees; if it is too small, there will not be enough space for anti-collision materials, and it may increase the risk of damage! All items should be packaged appropriately as required, with cushioning materials added and edge-wrapped.
In addition, don’t reuse old cartons just to save a little money, otherwise you will lose more than you gain! Remember to use anti-collision materials for fragile items, such as bubble wrap, air bags or newspapers. For more detailed information on how to pack goods, please see 【Packaging Mail】.
Before immigrating, remember to reserve time to ship your belongings. If you are moving by air, it is best not to arrive too early. Because air freight can deliver the goods very quickly, it avoids the goods being left behind and the person not arriving yet, so the sign for receipt will not arrive!
There is a situation where a client once returned to the UK to study. When he arrived, he asked a housing agent in Hong Kong to send personal belongings to him. It turns out that the homeowners don’t know what the prohibited items are, and they don’t know what’s in the package, which makes the process of filling in the package information cumbersome.
In addition, if you want to send a package to your children who are studying abroad, remember to communicate clearly with them first and ask them if the school they attend can accept the package. I found out it couldn't be delivered before it was delivered! Also check whether taxes need to be calculated on the package to avoid tax evasion, which will result in the children not paying enough tax when receiving the package, and having to go through another round of trouble to receive the package first.
If you have a student ID card (the same as the recipient’s name) it may be easier! As long as you provide the return order number, tracking number and name and phone number, our customer service sister will do it~
When moving immigrants or studying abroad, it is best to personally pack the items you want to take with you for immigration/study abroad, allow time to send them, and wait for the goods to be delivered when you arrive. and sign for receipt. I don’t know when it will be sent? Ask our local professional logistics personnel【Contact us】</span >!
Generally, when entering the country, you need to provide a Commercial Invoice and a Packing List for tax assessment purposes, so you can do it before immigrating to the local area. Prepare the commercial invoice and packing list first. The goods carried by immigrants are ""personal items"". Since immigration luggage is personal items that have been used, it can generally be classified as ""duty-free goods"".
The commercial invoice needs to fill in the detailed information of the goods, including the destination of the goods, payment method and trade terms, etc. The clearer and more detailed the information, the smoother the customs clearance will be! The packing list is used to supplement the content of the invoice, including details such as the packaging method, materials and quantity of the immigration packages. Each piece of immigration luggage must have an independent number to facilitate customs identification and approval of the goods.
Prepare the commercial invoice and packing list in advance, fill in the details and confirm that they are correct, and the customs clearance process will be smoother and more efficient!
When planning to move to the UK, don’t forget to apply for ToR1 (Transfer of Residence Relief) in advance. This is an important declaration procedure and once completed, eligible applicants will be able to enjoy the benefit of having their personal belongings brought into the UK duty-free.
- Have lived abroad continuously for at least 12 months before relocating to the UK;
- Plan to ship personal belongings to the UK within 12 months of moving to the UK;
- All items must be used for the same purpose before arrival in the UK and after relocation;
- The item has been used for at least 6 months;
- These items cannot be lent, rented, sold or transferred to anyone else for the next 12 months.
- A detailed list detailing the types and quantities of items shipped;
- Copy of passport personal information page;
- Proof of UK address (if you do not have a fixed address yet, you will need to provide proof of temporary accommodation, such as a hotel booking confirmation);
- Proof of residential address in Hong Kong within the past 6 months, such as bank statements or utility bills, etc.
By preparing and submitting these information in advance, you can not only ensure that your personal belongings are shipped into the UK smoothly and tax-free, but also save yourself a lot of trouble during the moving process. This step is key to a smooth relocation, ensuring that you can start your new life in the UK with your beloved belongings. For detailed information about ToR, please refer to: [Immigration Guide to Moving to the UK] How to apply for the necessary customs declaration for moving house File ToR1?
Restricted items Under certain conditions or specific circumstances (with commercial invoices), individual international express companies will accept the following types of sensitive items:
1. Products containing batteries: mobile phones, computers, computers, Bluetooth speakers/headphones, alarm clocks, sweeping robots, etc.
2. Radio transceivers: all radios and equipment including Bluetooth/WIFI functions
3. Alcoholic beverages: beer, table wine and other alcoholic beverages
4. Food (except meat): seafood, doll noodles, biscuits, tea, etc.
5. Airgun (simulated gun): airgun, simulated gun or related accessories/parts below 2 joules
6. Cosmetics and skin care products: all alcohol-free cosmetics, skin care products, personal cleaning products, etc.
7. Liquid, powder, paste, gel-like items (regardless of the packaging used): moisturizing water, eyeliner, hand cream, setting powder, Seasoning powder, drinks, etc.
If your mail contains the above items, to ensure that the mail reaches the destination smoothly, please contact Fuuffy customer service.
After arriving at the destination of immigration, all remaining cartons from the packages need to be disposed of. You can check whether the moving company provides recycling services. If not, you need to dispose of it yourself. In some countries, such as the United Kingdom, you need to send it to a recycling center yourself.
If after reading this article, you think air immigration moving service is more suitable for you, then Fuuffy will definitely help you! More and more Hong Kong people are immigrating, and our city has received many inquiries about immigration. Many popular immigration countries include the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and the United States. Fuuffy can help you immigrate and move abroad to start a new life at the most affordable price. Check it out now【Free Quotation】!
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