International Movers New York City
Published by Chris Townsend
If you are moving overseas from New York City, the Port of New York and New Jersey makes it easy. In addition to being the largest seaport on the United States Eastern seaboard, the Port Authority also operates several rail systems, shuttles, and six major airports, making the New York and New Jersey Port Authority a comprehensive solution for all of your transport needs from the Big Apple. Even so, moving overseas is complicated.
Even so, moving overseas is complicated. tips to help as you plan your international relocation.
International moves are not an individual sport
No matter how high-speed you are, you can’t move internationally alone. You will need to work with shippers, packers, carriers, and other agents and agencies to get the job done. Managing all these different pieces and ensuring that they work together is hard work.
When you work with an international moving company like Three Movers, you get a team that works together as a unit. With our expertise in international shipping rules and our network of overseas shipping partners, we can make your move go like clockwork.
We can also take the stress of planning your budget away. Instant online quotes can only tell you so much. If your quote to move a container from New York City to Cape Town, South Africa is somewhere between $6,900 - $11,500, how can you expect to set a budget? When you contact Three Movers, we can give you a comprehensive price quote that removes the guesswork by factoring in your specific needs. Contact us for your personalized quote today.
Tips To Help Your International Relocation
Contact the embassy
New York City is home to more than 300 foreign consulates, so chances are pretty good that the country you are moving to has a presence here. Reach out to the embassy to talk to them about your relocation plans and to get guidance and advice. These offices are located here not just for diplomatic purposes, but also as a resource for expats and others interested in learning more about their countries. They can help you understand what paperwork is required as well as provide insights to make your move easier.
The other part of this equation is that once you arrive at your new home, you should also reach out to the American embassy to check in and receive their advice on how to be safe as an American ex-pat in a foreign country.
Prepare your inventory
Packing for a domestic move is hard enough, but packing for an international move can be a whole different level of tedium. Every item in every box must be carefully noted on your inventory, with details such as serial numbers when necessary. This process alone can be enough to make you want to leave it all behind, and we get it. Maybe this is a good time to get some new stuff!
Your inventory for shipping must be as accurate and detailed as possible. Once it arrives in your new home country, customs officials will carefully inspect your shipment and compare it to your inventory. Discrepancies between your shipment and your documentation can result in expensive fines, delays, and unwanted hassles.
Carry your paperwork
With so much paperwork to prepare and bring with you, it can be tempting to stow it in your checked baggage. Resist this urge. Losing your luggage can cause you endless grief if your luggage contains important documents like your visa, passport, or other vital documents. The best way to ensure that your paperwork arrives when you do is to keep it in your carry-on.
