International Moving Company Shanghai
Published by Chris Townsend
What Are the Cost Of Shanghai International Movers?
When it comes to international moving services to Shanghai, China, Three Movers often hears customers ask the same question. That question is, “What are the costs involved with an international move to Shanghai?” While we would love to give one steady price to each customer, it simply cannot be done without having details about the move. Every person owns different property and moves for a variety of reasons.
The overall cost can range anywhere from $2000 to more than $20,000 depending on several factors. These include taxes, permit fees, visa charges, automobile shipping, how many household items will be moved, and various other costs associated with moving services, international shippers and more. We strive to provide the fastest international moving services to Shanghai and with the lowest international moving rates available.
Shanghai International Moving Companies Rates
| To / From Shanghai | 2 BR | 3 BR | 4 BR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai, CN To Oxelösund, SE | $3,851 - $4,339 | $5,119 - $5,606 | $6,094 - $6,581 |
| Säffle, SE To Shanghai, CN | $3,943 - $4,442 | $5,241 - $5,740 | $6,239 - $6,738 |
| Shanghai, CN To Assen, NL | $4,290 - $4,834 | $5,703 - $6,246 | $6,789 - $7,332 |
| Graz, AT To Shanghai, CN | $4,222 - $4,756 | $5,611 - $6,146 | $6,680 - $7,214 |
| Shanghai, CN To Milan, IT | $4,465 - $5,030 | $5,935 - $6,500 | $7,065 - $7,630 |
| Paris, FR To Shanghai, CN | $4,546 - $5,121 | $6,042 - $6,617 | $7,193 - $7,768 |
| Shanghai, CN To Bergen, NO | $4,074 - $4,590 | $5,415 - $5,931 | $6,446 - $6,962 |
| Barcelona, ES To Shanghai, CN | $4,821 - $5,432 | $6,408 - $7,018 | $7,629 - $8,239 |
| Shanghai, CN To Zürich, CH | $4,422 - $4,982 | $5,878 - $6,438 | $6,998 - $7,557 |
| Auckland, NZ To Shanghai, CN | $4,606 - $5,189 | $6,122 - $6,705 | $7,288 - $7,871 |
*Prices and times are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and other factors. Get a quote custom tailored to you.
Living in Shanghai
Shanghai, China is a bustling city and home to 28,516,904 people. Expats enjoy the extremely low crime rate in this bustling megalopolis, and the employment opportunities for expats are incredible. This is a city that stays awake virtually 24/7 and there is never a lack of something to do. From dancing and dining to craft lessons and more, Shanghai has much to offer. While it can be considered an expensive city to live when comparing to other cities in China, the expense may be well worth it when considering the work environment as well as the many social aspects of living in one of the worlds largest cities.
Shanghai Container Shipping Rates
FCL shipping is best for transporting lots of boxes, pallets and anything which will require a full container shipping to Shanghai of up to 45,000lbs.
Full Container Load (FCL) Shipping Rates | |
|---|---|
| 20 ft Container | $765 |
| 40 ft Container | $855 |
LCL shipping is more affordable way to transport less than container load shipments to Shanghai.
Less Than Container (LCL) Shipping Rates | |
|---|---|
| LCL | $81/CBM |
| Personal Effects | $655 |
| Household Goods | $795 |
International house moving to Shanghai services - quick, easy and cheap.
International House Moving Costs | |
|---|---|
| Partial House (2000Lbs & Less) | $660 |
| 1 Bedroom (3850 Lbs) | $1175 |
| 2 Bedroom (4500 Lbs) | $1335 |
| 3+ Bedroom (8750 Lbs) | $2175 |
International auto transport services to Shanghai via RoRo and container ships. Ship cars, trucks, suvs, atv's, boats, RV's, heavy equipment and more.
Container Car Shipping | |
|---|---|
| Sedan (Container) | $985 |
| SUV (Container) | $955 |
| Sedan via RORO | $645 |
| SUV via RORO | $735 |
Shanghai International Moving Costs
Here are a few things you will need to know to move to Shanghai.
Visa
You must have a visa to live in Shanghai. Depending on the reason you are making your move, you will need one of the following types of visas:
- Study visa: for those enrolled in a Shanghai university. These are usually given for stays that will be six months or less but can also be extended for long term living.
- Tourist: This is a short-term visa for those that plan to stay for a vacation time, and you will need proof of a hotel booking and bank statement showing you can afford to be in Shanghai during the time listed for the hotel stay.
- Business visa: a work visa is issued for those that will be in Shanghai for employment. Each work visa is issued based on the dates that one will be conducting business in Shanghai.
- Work visa: A work permit from a Shanghai based employer is required for a work visa. This visa will offer long-term living and will need to be accompanied by a residence permit and registration with the Shanghai police.
Auto Transport
Shanghai has a large public transit system that includes trains, subway, taxi cabs and bus lines but it is often preferable to have a personal car. A licensed auto transport company can manage international auto transport. You will usually need to provide your vehicle title, insurance, driver’s license, and the import tax fees to ship a personal car overseas.
Household Moving
Container shipping is the preferred method of shipping household goods internationally to Shanghai. The cost will vary depending on the container size as well as the property that will be declared upon entry to China.
Shanghai International Moving Quote
It is easy to get an international moving quote for a Shanghai move by submitting the form on this page or by calling us at 1-888-202-0036 for a fast quote and to get your Shanghai move started.
