Moving overseas to a foreign country is one of the most thrilling decisions you will ever make. When you relocate, you create a whole new lifestyle for you and your family. You will be opening a whole new world of culture. And you will discover the wonders of a new environment. Considering all of those changes, it is important to surround yourself with familiar things from home, as they can help make adapting to your new community easier.
Packing, Padding and Protecting
When it comes to protecting your shipment, the North American International level of professionalism is unparalleled.
The first step in protecting your shipment for the trip is proper packing.
Proper padding requires the following steps:
When it comes to shipping your items overseas, you can be confident knowing that they will be carefully containerized for export. (Note: Depending on your individual circumstances, your shipment may be loaded into containers at your residence or at our agent's warehouse.)
Based on the size of your shipment, its handling requirements and destination, there are several types of containers and shipping methods which may be utilized. You can rest easy knowing that they are designed to maximize cost-efficiency and protection.
They include:
When it comes to moving your items, leave it to our team of experts. In determining the cost of your shipment, we consider its density - the combination of its weight and cubic volume. Large, odd-shaped items decrease space-efficiency and increase the cubic volume of your shipment. To minimize the cubic volume and help keep your costs down, there are certain items which may not make sense to take.
For example:
At North American International, we are available whenever you need us. Our representatives are able to stay in close contact with you, by answering your questions and managing the details of your relocation.
Providing you with the most cost-effective delivery strategy for your shipment requires the combination of the latest technology with the most professional employees. In fact, our highly-skilled staff calculates the best way to transport your shipment.
In order to optimize cost-efficiency, we consider the following variables:
When You Arrive
Upon arrival, you will have forms to sign and procedures to follow. With just one call to your North American International representative, you will have all of the necessary customs documents, as well as the latest information about your shipment. When you need us most, we are there for you. Call your North American International representative when you arrive, so they will know where to contact you, and you will know we are in touch with your move throughout the whole process.
Here's a quick checklist of things to do when you arrive:
Customs can be confusing, and the requirements may vary from one country to another. That is why we stay up-to-date on all the regulations. We are the moving experts who can serve your needs. While we will keep you informed of all the changes in customs requirements, there are some basic elements for you to keep in mind. After all, a simple oversight could result in delays, fines or even seizures of your entire shipment by foreign customs authorities.
To be safe, do not take any of the following (and if you have any doubts, just leave it behind or speak with your North American agent):
Delivering the Shipment
To assure that everything has arrived when your shipment is delivered, carefully check off each item from the inventory sheet that was prepared at origin.
To help ensure immediate steps are taken when there are discrepancies, notify your North American International representative. We will take care of the details.
Upon the arrival of your shipment, your North American International representative will reassemble any of your items that were disassembled at origin. To help alleviate the stress of moving in, your agent can unpack as much or as little as you prefer. In the event of damage, make sure you note it on the inventory and report it to your overseas agent.
Note: Carefully sort through empty packing material and cartons to be sure small parts are not discarded.
An Organized and Worry-Free Move
Everything we do is focused on making your overseas move a worry-free and professional experience. If you have a question or problem, please contact your local North American International Customer Service Center.
Why do we work so hard for your total satisfaction? Because we judge our success by your satisfaction; it's our top priority. At North American International, we are here to answer your questions, and to get you on your way.
Packing, Padding and Protecting
When it comes to protecting your shipment, the North American International level of professionalism is unparalleled.
The first step in protecting your shipment for the trip is proper packing.
- All packing materials and cartons will be new
- All china, glass and crystal will be individually wrapped prior to packing
- Cartons will be taped across top, bottom and all sides
- All rugs and carpets will be rolled and wrapped
- Customer's name, room and contents will be marked on each carton
Proper padding requires the following steps:
- all furniture will be dismantled, if appropriate
- all hardware (nuts and bolts) will be placed in plastic bags before being put in the master hardware box
- all furniture will be wrapped in a minimum 3-ply paper pad
- corner pads will be used to provide additional protection
- all paper pad seams will be sealed using export vinyl tape
- skeleton or full crates will be used on awkward or fragile pieces
When it comes to shipping your items overseas, you can be confident knowing that they will be carefully containerized for export. (Note: Depending on your individual circumstances, your shipment may be loaded into containers at your residence or at our agent's warehouse.)
Based on the size of your shipment, its handling requirements and destination, there are several types of containers and shipping methods which may be utilized. You can rest easy knowing that they are designed to maximize cost-efficiency and protection.
They include:
- air shipments, which are loaded into wooden or corrugated containers
- small ocean shipments, which are loaded into waterproof wooden liftvans
- large ocean shipments, which are loaded into steel steamship containers
When it comes to moving your items, leave it to our team of experts. In determining the cost of your shipment, we consider its density - the combination of its weight and cubic volume. Large, odd-shaped items decrease space-efficiency and increase the cubic volume of your shipment. To minimize the cubic volume and help keep your costs down, there are certain items which may not make sense to take.
For example:
- rattan/wicker
- large quantities of disposable diapers
- large plastic outdoor children's toys
At North American International, we are available whenever you need us. Our representatives are able to stay in close contact with you, by answering your questions and managing the details of your relocation.
Providing you with the most cost-effective delivery strategy for your shipment requires the combination of the latest technology with the most professional employees. In fact, our highly-skilled staff calculates the best way to transport your shipment.
In order to optimize cost-efficiency, we consider the following variables:
- your final destination
- how soon you'll need your shipment
When You Arrive
Upon arrival, you will have forms to sign and procedures to follow. With just one call to your North American International representative, you will have all of the necessary customs documents, as well as the latest information about your shipment. When you need us most, we are there for you. Call your North American International representative when you arrive, so they will know where to contact you, and you will know we are in touch with your move throughout the whole process.
Here's a quick checklist of things to do when you arrive:
- register at your hotel
- register with the nearest consulate
- contact your northAmerican International overseas representative
Customs can be confusing, and the requirements may vary from one country to another. That is why we stay up-to-date on all the regulations. We are the moving experts who can serve your needs. While we will keep you informed of all the changes in customs requirements, there are some basic elements for you to keep in mind. After all, a simple oversight could result in delays, fines or even seizures of your entire shipment by foreign customs authorities.
To be safe, do not take any of the following (and if you have any doubts, just leave it behind or speak with your North American agent):
- firearms
- alcohol
- narcotics
- agricultural products, including houseplants and seeds
- pornographic materials and magazines
- politically sensitive materials
Delivering the Shipment
To assure that everything has arrived when your shipment is delivered, carefully check off each item from the inventory sheet that was prepared at origin.
To help ensure immediate steps are taken when there are discrepancies, notify your North American International representative. We will take care of the details.
Upon the arrival of your shipment, your North American International representative will reassemble any of your items that were disassembled at origin. To help alleviate the stress of moving in, your agent can unpack as much or as little as you prefer. In the event of damage, make sure you note it on the inventory and report it to your overseas agent.
Note: Carefully sort through empty packing material and cartons to be sure small parts are not discarded.
An Organized and Worry-Free Move
Everything we do is focused on making your overseas move a worry-free and professional experience. If you have a question or problem, please contact your local North American International Customer Service Center.
Why do we work so hard for your total satisfaction? Because we judge our success by your satisfaction; it's our top priority. At North American International, we are here to answer your questions, and to get you on your way.