Moving Overseas

If you’re thinking about relocating and need to estimate your moving overseas costs, iContainers provides fast, reliable, and affordable services, making us the top choice for international moves.

How to Book a Moving Overseas Service

Booking a moving overseas service with iContainers is easy:

• Provide Your Information: Enter the origin and destination postal codes and the total volume of your household goods.
• Get Instant Quotes: View available shipping rates, sorted by lowest price or transit time.
• Select Your Services: Choose additional services to ease your move.
• Confirm and Pay: Select your departure date, complete your payment, and you're all set! Our team will confirm your booking and arrange pick-up.

Moving Overseas Costs

The overall costs of moving overseas depend on factors specific to each move. Here’s a breakdown of the key fee components:

• Customs Clearance Fees: Fees to clear your items through customs, required by the destination country. Typically between $100 - $250 USD per shipment (source: World Customs Organization, local customs authorities).




• Arrival Fees: Costs for unloading, handling, and transporting your goods at the destination port. Typically $100 - $400 USD, depending on the port and delivery distance.




• Duties and Taxes: Paid to the destination country after your items clear customs.

  1. Import Duties: Generally range from 5% - 20% of the total value of your goods, depending on the type of item.
  
  
  2. VAT: Usually between 5% - 25%, depending on the country (source: World Customs Organization, local customs authorities).
  
  

Additional Moving Overseas Services

iContainers offers a range of additional services to make your move easier:

• Insurance: Typically 1% - 3% of the total value of your belongings
• Storage: If you need to store your goods, the cost is typically $50 - $150 USD per month

Other Factors That May Affect Your Moving Overseas Costs

There are external factors that can impact your costs, which are beyond your control:

• General Rate Increase (GRI): Freight rates may increase annually, typically ranging from 5% - 15% during peak seasons
• Emergency Bunker Surcharge (EBS): A surcharge added to cover unexpected fuel price hikes, ranging from $50 - $150 USD per container (source: World Shipping Council).
• Trucking Shortages: Delays due to trucking shortages can lead to additional fees, such as $100 - $500 USD for rerouting or delay.

Tips to Reduce Moving Overseas Costs

Here are some tips to help reduce your moving costs:

• Declutter: Get rid of items you no longer need. Reducing your shipment volume can lower costs.
• Get Free Boxes: Source free moving boxes from neighbors or online forums to avoid extra costs.
• Avoid Peak Seasons: Moving during off-peak seasons (not during holidays or summer) can save you money.
• Tax Reductions: If you're relocating for work, check if you qualify for tax deductions on your moving expenses.