FAQ

What should I bring?	How long will my move take?
What about all the paperwork?	What items should I mark as carry-ons, or set aside for the HOT BOX?

What should I bring?	You're first instinct will be to bring everything - DON'T. Consider climate, cost, Customs restrictions, size of new living quarters etc. Consider the length of your stay abroad. The best rule of thumb is - If you don't need it, don't take it.
How long will my move take?	Every move is unique, which means there is no set timetable. There are three primary variables to consider: 1. Origin Conditions: Access to residence, workspace and time allowances. Inland transportation - if necessary Weather conditions Packing requirements - loose pack, liftvan or air container 2. Freight Forwarding AIR Type of service - direct, transship consolidation, frequency of flights Type of aircraft Airport conditions and restrictions SEA Location of port Port traffic Container load Off-loading services Sailing schedules 3. Destination Conditions: Availability of, and access to residence Customs clearance Port conditions Inland transportation needs Weather conditions Permits, licenses and required documentation Storage in transit requirements
What about all the paperwork?	Our door-to-door service includes export documentation. However, you may be required to obtain other types of documents on your own. The following checklist can help you: 1. Personal Documents: Passports, visas and work permits are more valuable than money, and should be in your possession at all times while traveling. Make sure they are current. Certificates of Registration - items manufactured overseas, unless in your possession before entering the U.S., should be registered with Customs. Items such as watches, cameras, jewelry, stereos, etc. are legally dutiable when brought back to the U.S., unless you can prove they were manufactured in the USA. All vehicles to be exported have to be registered with Customs. Your Customer Service Representative will advise you of the requirements. Some foreign countries may require A Business Letter of Recommendation. On company letterhead, your company should state your name, occupation or title, are a person in good standing, and are financially and socially sound. Marriage Certificates are required, and help facilitate the process of obtaining identification cards, residence permits, driver's licenses bank accounts etc. The health department must validate Immunization Certificates, and must have all your immunizations recorded on the International Certificate of Vaccination form. These can be obtained through your passport offices. International Driving Permits, for a fee, can be obtained at your local AAA office. You will need to show your passport, and a valid state's driver's license when applying for an international license.
What items should I mark as carry-ons, or set aside for the HOT BOX?	Following is a list of required and suggested items you should set aside: Important papers: Contact numbers for your Customer Service Representative Contact number of your destination agent Passports, visas and work permits Auto titles and registrations Travelers checks Insurance policies Medical and dental records Tax records, bank statements and security certificates Children's school records Airline tickets, customs documents High-value items: Jewelry and furs Stamp and coin collections Silver and fragile collectibles Irreplaceable computer software and data Family photos and mementos Supplies for trip: Climate-appropriate clothing Personal grooming kits Baby supplies and children's toys Thermos bottles and ready-to-eat snacks Paper towels and moist towelettes Reading material and tapes Pet food and pet supplies Auto Supplies Tool kit and flashlight First aid kit Jack and spare tire Road maps and trip itineraries Car registration Auto insurance policy and identification card Miscellaneous: Prescription medication Spare eyeglasses and sunglasses Camera and film Video cameras, and batteries Cell phones and additional batteries (prohibited in some countries). Personal phone directories

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