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Moving to Puerto Rico from Miami

Published by Chris Townsend

Moving to Puerto Rico from Miami

Ship your Automobile from Puerto Rice to Miami

As a U.S. Territory, Puerto Rico is a popular tropical destination for many U.S. citizens. Millions of tourists visit this gorgeous Caribbean archipelago each year, drawn to the island’s rich history, expansive beaches, Caribbean Sea and endless sunshine. U.S. Citizens can come and go freely from the island of Puerto Rico, without a need for a visa or passport. It even uses the same currency as is used on the mainland.

What’s more, because it has never been granted statehood, it's residents are not required to pay federal taxes. If you choose to buy a home, you don’t have to worry about property taxes. Puerto Rico does not collect them.

These cost savings are a huge motivator for many who relocate, but not everything is cheaper. The cost of living can be a bit high on the island. The law requires that all imports to this city be sent to the mainland before being transported to the island, resulting in high prices for common consumer goods like groceries.

Three Movers

If you're looking for a reliable and affordable hauling company, look no further than Three Movers. We offer top-quality shifting services at competitive moving costs for both interstate moves and international moves, and we're one of the most trusted movers in the industry. We're proud to be a part of shifting companies, and we're dedicated to providing our customers with the best local and international haulers, relocating supplies, crews, and storage services for their new home.

Three Movers can help you with everything from moving a piano to overseas moves. Whether you need all our men or just one, we can help you move with ease. Leveraging our relationships with international shipping partners, we can get you the value and experience you deserve. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation shipping quote for your free estimate.

When you choose Three Movers, you can rest assured that your move will be handled by experienced professionals. We specialize in both local and long-distance moves, and we're equipped to handle any size or type of move. We also offer a variety of storage options, so you can rest easy knowing that your belongings are in safe hands.

If you're ready to get started, all you have to do is fill out our free moving quote form for a free quote. One of our experienced representatives will contact you and provide you with a detailed estimate based on your individual needs and requirements. If you're not quite ready to move yet but still need some help finding temporary storage for your belongings, we offer that service as well at some of the lowest prices in town.

Before you hire a shifting company, make sure to get multiple estimates and learn about their policies regarding insurance and other services. We're confident that we offer the best service for the lowest price, so we encourage you to check out our reviews on Google or Yelp.

What does it cost?

When shipping your belongings, you can choose to ship a full or half container. You can ship a 20 ft container (half container) for as little as $3700, or a full container for just a few hundred more.

Most people can ship a vehicle for less than $3,500. Have something extra special you want to import? Antiques and rare vehicles can be moved via air freight.

Hauling Household Goods

If you are moving overseas from the U.S. to Puerto Rico, you will not need to pay customs duty or taxes. In fact, shipping to Puerto Rico from Miami or any state in the U.S. works the same as moving from one state to the next. You won’t even have to worry about customs clearance.

Sounds perfect, right? Well, almost. There is some paperwork involved. Shipments valued at over $2,500 are subject to an additional requirement when they are shipped to Puerto Rico or the U.S. Virgin Islands. The U.S. Census Bureau requires this Electronic Export Information filing for all such shipments unless they have been exempted by the federal government. This filing can be handled online through the Automated Export System (AES).

With your shipment, you will need a standard bill of lading and commercial invoice with a description and valuation of your goods. Shipments will also include a standard bill of lading with the declared value of items and a commercial invoice with a description of goods. Items are subject to an excise tax and must pass through the Puerto Rico Tax Department before they can be released and delivered back to the owner.

What items are prohibited?

Puerto Rico does prohibit the import of certain items, such as explosives, narcotics, and plants. You are also not permitted to bring livestock, endangered animals, or lottery tickets. Restricted items include medications, alcohol, or firearms, for which there may be limited exceptions.

Shifting Method

Relocation is typically done via air or sea. Sea freight is the more common option. A 20-foot shipping container can easily get your vehicle to Puerto Rico from the mainland, and it isn’t even that expensive. Most people can ship a vehicle to Puerto Rico for less than $3,500. Air freight is a much more expensive option for moving your vehicle and is generally reserved for antique or rare vehicles.

To bring your vehicle, you will need to collect some paperwork. Here are some of the documents you will need to ship your vehicle:

  • Proof of ownership or lease
  • U.S. driver’s license
  • Valuation
  • Bill of lading
  • Bill of sale or purchase invoice
  • EPA Standard Form 3520-1
  • Proof of vehicle conformity
  • Vehicle registration

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Miami, FL Includes The Following Zip Codes:

33101, 33102, 33106, 33109, 33111, 33112, 33114, 33116, 33119, 33122, 33124, 33125, 33126, 33127, 33128, 33129, 33130, 33131, 33132, 33133, 33134, 33135, 33136, 33137, 33138, 33140, 33141, 33142, 33143, 33144, 33145, 33146, 33147, 33149, 33150, 33151, 33152, 33153, 33154, 33155, 33156, 33157, 33158, 33160, 33161, 33162, 33163, 33164, 33165, 33166, 33167, 33168, 33169, 33170, 33172, 33173, 33174, 33175, 33176, 33177, 33178, 33179, 33180, 33181, 33182, 33183, 33184, 33185, 33186, 33187, 33188, 33189, 33190, 33191, 33192, 33193, 33194, 33195, 33196, 33197, 33198, 33199, 33206, 33222, 33231, 33233, 33234, 33238, 33239, 33242, 33243, 33245, 33247, 33255, 33256, 33257, 33261, 33265, 33266, 33269, 33280, 33283, 33296, 33299

Chris Townsend is a moving professional and relocation expert that has more than 10 years of experience in the moving industry. With a background that includes working in virtually every aspect of the company, he has distinguished himself as an integral part of our operations with expertise in all things related to moving. Chris has a keen eye for detail and brings intelligence and passion to every project he’s involved with.

While getting his degree in communications from Santa Clara University, Chris started out with the company working in the field as part of our team of professional moving associates. Following graduation, he was promoted to our main office, where he has thrived in a role that involves increasing responsibility and requires him to wear many different hats. Some days, you may find him answering the phone and providing moving estimates, others he may be writing for our moving blog, and another day he may be coordinating a large corporate moving job or helping us with our marketing efforts. Chris has authored many of our in-depth moving guides, as well as provided our clients with information and advice to handle the complexities of their upcoming moving plans. Simply put, there’s nothing he can’t do and we wouldn’t be where we are today without him.

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